CESR Programme Recognition
This page details all the programmes that have been recognised by the College, provides guidance on how an application can be made, including the form, and describes the processes which are followed during a review.
The benefits of CESR programme recognition
The College welcomes applications for CESR programme recognition. There is no charge and the benefits of recognition by the College include the following:
- programmes are reviewed by the College after an initial administrative check has been completed by the Training team
- recognised CESR programmes are featured on this page on the College website. The page is updated weekly and features a direct link for further information, where this has been supplied by the provider
- the RCoA’s accreditation logo can be used in the promotional material
- the process of CESR programme recognition is underpinned by regular quality assurance.
Once approved, one person from the programme is invited to join the Portfolio Assessment Group as an assessor. Here is a link to the person specification information.
Aims
The recognition process is based on the following aims:
- to ensure that programmes will be of a high standard through meeting minimum quality requirements
- to encourage appropriate educational support for doctors on the programme
- to maintain a published list of recognised programmes to aid potential applicants and programme providers
- to provide a transparent process open to scrutiny
- to provide a thorough but also administratively simple and flexible process.
Programmes and sites recognised for CESR
Apply for CESR programme recognition
Please complete and submit the form below.
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