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    The document outlines the training pathway for General Practice (GP) in the UK. Trainees must spend a minimum of 12 months in hospital posts and 12-18 months in GP posts. The pathway involves passing two examinations - the Applied Knowledge Test (AKT) and the Clinical Skills Assessment (CSA) - administered by the Royal College of General Practitioners. Upon completing the required training and passing the exams, trainees will receive a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), qualifying them to work as a GP.

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    The document outlines the training pathway for General Practice (GP) in the UK. Trainees must spend a minimum of 12 months in hospital posts and 12-18 months in GP posts. The pathway involves passing two examinations - the Applied Knowledge Test (AKT) and the Clinical Skills Assessment (CSA) - administered by the Royal College of General Practitioners. Upon completing the required training and passing the exams, trainees will receive a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), qualifying them to work as a GP.

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    General Practice (GP) training pathway

    (Royal College of General Practitioners - RCGP)


    Trainees must spend a minimum of 12 months in hospital posts and a minimum of 12 months, but
    ideally 18 months, in GP. Post length in hospital varies but is usually between 3 and 6 months

    MRCGP - Membership of the Royal College of General Practitioners


    GPSTR - General Practice Specialty Registrar
    CCT - Certificate of Completion of Training

    This information is correct at the time of writing. Training pathways are subject to change.
    Further details of training pathways are available from medical royal colleges or faculties.
    General Practice GPSTR1 GPSTR2 GPSTR3 CCT

    MRCGP Examination MRCGP Examination


    – Applied Knowledge – Clinical Skills
    Test (AKT) Assessment (CSA)

    Applied Knowledge Test (AKT): Clinical Skills Assessment (CSA): The


    Trainees who pass this assessment will CSA is a summative assessment of a
    have demonstrated their competence doctor's ability to integrate and apply
    in applying knowledge at a level clinical, professional, communication
    appropriate for independent practice. and practical skills appropriate for
    general practice.

    Prior to starting your specialty training you need to have completed a medical degree followed by the two-year foundation programme.

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