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Practice based assessment.

Kaye Atkinson¹, Angelina Salamone, Angela Nasso

¹The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners, Victoria. kaye.atkinson@racgp.org.au

Australian Family Physician

|October 19, 2004

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The Practice-Based Assessment (PBA) is a pathway for doctors seeking Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP). This assessment evaluates general practice experience and professional skills.

Area of Science:

Medical Education
General Practice Assessment

Background:

The Practice-Based Assessment (PBA) was developed for doctors pursuing Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) via the practice-eligible route.
A pilot program was conducted in 2000, leading to revisions based on candidate and examiner feedback and literature reviews, while maintaining the core assessment structure.

Purpose of the Study:

To outline the components of the PBA pathway for the FRACGP.
To provide guidance on effective preparation for candidates undergoing the PBA.

Main Methods:

The PBA comprises five key components.
These include an enrolment submission, a professional portfolio, consultation videotapes, an examiner clinical visit, and a viva examination.

Main Results:

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The enrolment submission requires details of general practice experience, curriculum vitae, and continuing professional development.
The professional portfolio necessitates CPR proficiency evidence, a practice profile, and a list of 25 professional peers.

Conclusions:

The PBA is a multi-faceted assessment designed to evaluate comprehensive general practice capabilities.
Candidates must meticulously prepare each component to demonstrate their suitability for the FRACGP qualification.