The FICM and RCoA utilise the same forms of formative assessments called Supervised Learning Events (SLEs):
- DOPS (Directly Observed Procedural Skills)
- Mini-CEX (Mini Clinical Evaluation Exercise) (called either A-CEX or Mini-CEX respectively)
- CbD (Case-based Discussion)
- Multi-Source Feedback [MSF].
These assessment forms have been designed for commonality across both specialties, with some specialty-specific differences in questions and assessment options. The ICM CCT also allows for the use of the Acute Care Assessment Tool [ACAT]. The Anaesthetics CCT also allows for the use of the Anaesthesia Quality Improvement Project Assessment Tool (A-QIPAT).
In those instances where capabilities can be dual-counted, the FICM and RCoA will accept use of one SLE for both assessment systems; for example an assessment completed within the Anaesthetics training programme can be uploaded (where appropriate) as evidence to the Lifelong Learning Platform for both Anaesthetics and ICM portfolios, or vice versa. Whilst the assessment of dualcounted capabilities must be tailored to fulfil the requirements of both curricula, it may be appropriate and entirely reasonable to use one assessment to cover an aspect of both areas of practice.
