Using a competence framework to select future medical specialists.
Postgraduate deans in one UK region have developed a competence framework for selection of specialist registrars. This paper describes the process by which this was developed and adapted to 62 specialties. Evaluation demonstrated high levels of acceptability for applicants and to a lesser extent for selectors. An external review confirmed that the process was in keeping with good employment practice.
Heard
Shelley
S
London Department of Postgraduate Medical & Dental Education, London WC1N 1DZ.
Appleyard
Jane
J
Aitken
Maryanne
M
Paice
Elisabeth
E
D002983:Clinical Competence / Q000592:standards*; D006801:Humans; D008505:Medical Staff, Hospital / Q000592:standards*; D008511:Medicine / Q000592:standards*; D010560:Personnel Selection / Q000379:methods*; D013038:Specialization; D013222:State Medicine / Q000592:standards; D006113:United Kingdom