mRCGP Exams

1 x knowledge/theory exam

1 x simulated consultation exam

Portfolio and ARCP completion

AKT

SCA

WPBA

ARCP

aKT

Applied Knowledge Test. 200 questions. 3 hours and 10 minutes. Marked on computer via Pearson Vue centres

SCA

Simulated Consultation Assessment replaces the pandemic-based RCA (Recorded Consultation Assessment) and previous OSCE-style CSA (Clinical Skills Assessment). These take place at the trainee’s GP Practice over a remote IT platform where your consultation with professional role-players is assessed.

WPBA

Work place based assessments are the third aspect of assessments, essentially looking at your day-to-day practice providing evidence of your learning and reflecting on real experiences.

ARCP

Annual Review of Competency Progression

For trainees, at least every 12 months, the ARCP panel evaluates your progress against competences and determines whether you’re ready to move to the next stage of training.

Your final ARCP then influences recommendations for satisfactory completion of training