Level 3

This level is aligned with the GMC requirements for Recognition and Approval of Trainers, Framework Areas 1-7 

 It is accredited by the Higher Education Academy. You should familiarise yourself with the UK Professional Standards Framework (UKPSF) and the information about its purpose, because the Framework underpins a great deal of the programme. In particular, the:

●      learning outcomes

●      teaching observation and feedback

●      reflective portfolio assignment

Who this level is for

This level is suitable for you if you are a clinician who has several significant educational roles, and you want to develop advanced skills in clinical education.

What you must complete

What you will get

●      a certificate of completion endorsed by your local health board, including recognition of you as a NHS Fife/Lothian/Borders/Forth Valley Clinical Educator

●      eligibility to carry 20 SCQF credits at postgraduate level 11 towards the University of Edinburgh Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice (PGCAP) or the MSc in Clinical Education (via Recognition of Prior Learning)

●      entitlement to Associate Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy and membership of the Academy of Medical Educators. These entitle you to use the post-nominals AFHEA and MAcadMEd