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What are the competencies tested by summative assessment?

 

  1. Factual medical knowledge which is sufficient to enable the practitioner to perform the duties of a general practitioner
     
  2. The ability to apply factual medical knowledge to the management of problems presented by patients in general practice
     
  3. Effective communication, both oral and in writing
     
  4. The ability to consult satisfactorily with general practice patients.
     
  5. The ability to review and critically analyse the practitioner's own working practices and manage any necessary changes appropriately
     
  6. Clinical skills
     
  7. The ability to synthesises all the above competencies and apply them appropriately in a general practice setting

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The National Office for Summative Assessment

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