We felt the need to ask the GMC a few questions regarding the process, their answers are as follows:
Single ICM CCT programme
FICM Question: When we register a doctor on the Single ICM CCT Programme and want to count their overseas/non-training posts, will they now be working towards a CCT rather than a CESR-CP?
GMC Answer: The Faculty will need to follow the process as per usual, i.e. register doctors bringing overseas/non-training posts via the Combined Programme route to a CCT. When it comes to their final recommendation onto the Specialist Register, so long as the doctor receives an Outcome 6 in their final ICM ARCP, the Faculty should recommend them for a CCT.
Impact on dual/triple CCT training programmes
FICM Question: How will this work for doctors on dual/triple CCTs training programmes?
GMC Answer: Effective from 1 January 2021, if a doctor brings any overseas/non-training posts onto either specialty training programme, at the point of registration they will be on the Combined Programme route to a CCT. They will be granted a CCT so long as they receive an Outcome 6 in their final ARCP for both specialties.
Should any of our guidance be unclear or if you have a question that you would like answering regarding this, please do not hesitate to contact us: contact@ficm.ac.uk
