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Developing an education and assessment framework for the Foundation Programme.

Jonathan Beard1, Alasdair Strachan, Helena Davies

  • 1South Yorkshire and South Humber Deanery, Sheffield, UK. Johnathan.D.Beard@sth.nhs.uk

Medical Education
|July 29, 2005
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Developing an education and assessment framework for the second year of the Foundation Programme (F2) improved trainee generic skills and career decisions. This pilot identified best practices and areas for improvement in medical education.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Education
  • Doctoral Training
  • Healthcare Professional Development

Background:

  • The Foundation Programme (F2) is a critical stage for early-career doctors.
  • Developing effective education and assessment frameworks is essential for successful postgraduate training.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and evaluate an education and assessment framework for the second year of the Foundation Programme (F2).
  • To assess trainee satisfaction and the impact of the framework on generic skills and career choices.

Main Methods:

  • A pilot program involving 23 postgraduate rotating house officers (PRHOs) in various specialties.
  • Evaluation through pre- and post-pilot questionnaires, focus groups with trainees, and interviews with trainers.

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Main Results:

  • 78% of trainees reported met expectations; 100% improved generic skills.
  • The assessment framework was found useful, significantly reducing undecided career aspirations (48% to 13%).
  • Trainers highlighted needs for improved communication, administrative support, and dedicated assessment time.

Conclusions:

  • Focused education on generic skills benefits doctors and patients.
  • Varied career experiences aid timely and appropriate career decisions for doctors.
  • Pilot programs are crucial for identifying best practices and areas for enhancement in medical training frameworks.