Revalidation Appraisal Course

The GMC is currently changing the way that doctors in the UK are licensed to practice medicine. The introduction of revalidation means that doctors will be required to renew their license to practice every five years to give patients the assurance that licensed doctors are up-to-date and fit to practice. A key part of the revalidation process will be career appraisals, which you will be expected to have undergone once every year.

The medical appraisal process is based on the GMC's document Good Medical Practice, which outlines the core principles of good medical practice, and standards of competence, care and conduct expected of doctors in all aspects of their professional work:

·         Good clinical care

·         Maintaining good medical practice

·         Teaching and training

·         Relationships with patients

·         Working with colleagues

·         Probity

·         Health

Our aim is to develop the essential techniques, skills, knowledge and confidence required for doctors to conduct effective appraisal interviews. Dealing with appraisals is a skill in itself, which many doctors may not have had a chance to develop before they are asked to perform one.

Our CPD accredited one-day programme will help to tackle this issue and organise a strategy which delegates can use immediately within their working lives. Anyone who has responsibility for reviewing the performance of their staff will find this day invaluable.

The participants of our Medical Career Appraisal Skills course will:

·         Be able to describe how the appraisal interview relates to performance management, which will enable the delegates to make practical, work-based links

·         Be able to state the key elements for preparing to appraise colleagues and the importance of clear focus

·         Know to ensure that elements which are vital to the success of the appraisal having been considered

·         Explore and understand how important key skills and behaviours are to give positive outcomes for the person being appraised, and how to ensure they have an enjoyable experience

·         Understand the importance of feedback as a technique within the medical appraisal process

·         Understand how to deal with different personalities in a constructive and positive manner, supplementing the positive nature of the appraisal

Furthermore, at the end of our course you will be able to:

·         Keep a record of your learning experiences so that learning points can be reflected upon and referred to after the course

·         Have the opportunity to prepare a detailed Action Plan which sets SMART objectives, activities with timescales, together with the Record of Learning and Action Plan, a method of incorporating what you have learnt into your everyday practice

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Medical Career Appraisal Skills Testimonials

'This course is highly recommended to carry out an effective & meaningful appraisal.'

Dr OO

'Really boosted my confidence in giving appraisals.'

Dr HR (ST3, General Surgery)