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Balakrishnan Kichu R Nair1, Mulavana S Parvathy2, Amanda Wilson3
1Centre for Medical Professional Development, Hunter New England Local Health District, Newcastle, NSW, Australia ; School of Medicine and Public Health, University of Newcastle, NSW, Australia.
Objective:
To examine the acceptability and educational impact of the workplace-based assessment program for international medical graduates on candidates and assessors.
Method:
A grounded theory-based qualitative analysis of the experiences of 17 candidates and eleven assessors using focus groups, interviews, and surveys.
Results:
Both candidates and assessors identified positive opportunities for improved performance of international medical graduates. Their integration into the workforce was facilitated by improved communication and peer acceptance, from ongoing multifaceted feedback and time to practice skills.
Conclusion:
This study showed a high level of acceptability of the Newcastle workplace-based assessment program among candidates and assessors.
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