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Assessing general practice knowledge base--the applied knowledge test.

Joachim P Sturmberg¹, Elizabeth A Farmer

¹General Practice, Monash University, Victoria. jp.sturmberg@gmail.com

Australian Family Physician

|August 16, 2008

Summary

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The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners Fellowship examination assesses doctors for practice. The applied knowledge test (AKT) is a key component evaluating clinical knowledge.

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Area of Science:

Medical Education
General Practice Training
Professional Certification

Background:

The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) Fellowship examination is crucial for certifying general practitioners in Australia.
The examination ensures doctors possess the necessary competence for unsupervised clinical practice.

Purpose of the Study:

To describe the structure and focus of the RACGP Fellowship examination.
To highlight the role of the applied knowledge test (AKT) in assessing clinical knowledge.

Main Methods:

The RACGP Fellowship examination comprises three distinct segments.
The applied knowledge test (AKT) is a written component.
Other segments evaluate clinical problem-solving and performance skills.

Main Results:

Approximately 400-500 candidates participate in each examination administration.
The examination is conducted biannually across Australia.
The AKT specifically assesses applied clinical knowledge.

Conclusions:

The RACGP Fellowship examination is a comprehensive assessment for general practice.
The applied knowledge test (AKT) is a vital part of evaluating a candidate's knowledge base.
Successful completion ensures readiness for independent practice in Australia.