Name MRAB Academic Portfolio
MRAB Academic Portfolio
Geriatric Medicine Higher Specialty Trainee
Doctors undertaking higher specialty training in Geriatric Medicine in the Mersey Deanery need to achieve the academic competence described in the Geriatric Medicine curriculum. Both the old and the new curricula have learning objectives that need to be achieved.
The purpose of this portfolio is to enable you to initially perform a self assessment of your progress against those learning objectives. You should then develop a personal academic development plan which should be regularly reviewed with your academic mentor who has been allocated to you for the duration of your training. These discussions should be recorded in this portfolio.
TheRecord of Progress in Achieving Academic Learning Objectives should be signed by your academic mentor when each learning objective has been achieved.
By the time you complete this specialty training programme you should have developed the knowledge, skills, attitudes and behaviour to have
developed a framework in which to understand the research process
the skills to critically evaluate published clinical research
practical experience in performing clinical audit and research
MRAB – Academic Learning Objectives - Research
What is the difference between audit and research?
Preparing to do a research project
Critical appraisal of different types of published research
Performing a literature review
Research methodology including clinical trial design, quantitative and qualitative study designs
Research Governance and Good Practice (GCP)
(to include Data Protection Act, EU directive on Clinical Trials,
Human Tissue Act etc.)
Writing a research protocol
Understanding the place of peer review
How to calculate sample size
How to prepare a research grant application – optional
How to apply for Research Ethical Committee approval
Research passport / approvals required / indemnity
Doing the research
Patient information leaflets
Consent and Assent for clinical research
Identification of potential subjects for clinical research
Data collection, data handling / storage
How to use a statistical package for analysis
Presenting the results
Scientific writing – Abstracts, Full paper
Presentation skills
Find out what is needed for a research degree and consider whether you should enrol for one
Find out what a clinical research network is
Find out what is involved in laboratory research and how it differs from clinical research
How to achieve the learning objectives
The academic learning objectives for research will be best achieved and demonstrated by conducting an independent research study either alone under supervision / guidance or in collaboration with other junior researchers.
Your research projects may be a clinical research project(s) carried out either on the wards, in clinics or in a Clinical Trials Unit but some may be partly or entirely laboratory based. Opportunities exist within the region for both types of research.
Geriatric Medicine SpRs should actively learn about the conduct of at least one ongoing major academic RCT and / or one international multi-centre pharmaceutical trial which might best be experienced in a clinical trials unit setting where permanent research staff are dealing with large studies on a daily basis.Where possible you should be signed up as a co-investigator on any existing study that is being undertaken during any or your placements in research active departments.
Geriatric Medicine SpRs are recommended to do a research methodology course.
The options for this include
Option 1. Individual courses organised by Health R&D North West (HRDNoW) which is the NHS R&D Support Unit (RDSU) for the North West of England.
Health NW -R&D
Institute for Health Research
Bowland Tower East
LancasterUniversity
Lancaster LA1 4YT
Phone: 01524 593209
e mail :
Option 2. The year 1 modules in the University of Liverpool’s Master of Public Health (MPH) Programme
The semester dates for academic year 2006/07 were:
Semester 1Semester 2
25 September 2006 - 19 January 200722 January 2007 - 08 June 2007
QRMI runs each Wednesday afternoon in Semester 1.
QRMII runs each Wednesday afternoon in Semester 2.
Further information can be obtained via
or from
MPH Programme Administrator, Division of Public Health, University of Liverpool, The Whelan Building, Quadrangle, Liverpool L69 3GB
The MPH modules can be used as credits towards a number of higher degrees including the taught MSc in Medical Science course at the University of Liverpool or towards an MPhil or PhD.
Option 3. Research methodology is a major component of the MSc programme at KeeleUniversity. Completion of a 20,000 word dissertation based on a research project is a requirement of this course. Further information is available via the web link below
Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology
GCP training. All clinicians engaged in clinical research are required to do a GCP course. You local R&D manager will be able to advise on how to book onto one of these courses.
On line courses are also available.
Academic Competencies – Self Assessment Exercise prior to 1st discussion
0 = No experience up to now
1 = Limited experience up to now
2 = Some experience, but not yet confident
3 = Very confident and able to demonstrate competence
Competency Level / Comments0 / 1 / 2 / 3
What is the difference between audit and research?
Research methodology including clinical trial design, quantitative and qualitative study designs
Research Governance and Good Practice to include :-
Data Protection Act,
EU directive on Clinical Trials,
Human Tissue Act etc.
Research passport / approvals required / indemnity
How to perform a literature review
How to write a research protocol
How to apply for Research Ethical Committee approval
Patient information leaflets
Consent and Assent for clinical research
How to use a statistical package and perform analysis
Data collection, data handling / storage
Scientific writing
Presentation skills
Knowledge of how to conduct an RCT
Laboratory skills
Laboratory research
Record of Discussions about Academic Development
Date
Date
PERSONAL ACADEMIC RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT PLAN
+ Time Scale / How will I know when the objective has been achieved? / Date achieved
TraineeAcademic Supervisor
Signature: / Signature:Name (print): / Name (print):
Date: / Date:
Record of Progress in Achieving Academic Learning Objectives including Teaching, Clinical Governance, Research, Life Long Learning and CPD
Level 1 = essential by CCT / in early academic training, Level 2 = desirable by CCT, Level 3 = Higher level competencies
Learning Objective-to ………………..
number = level i.e. 1 2 or 3 / Evidence / Signed and dated on successful completion
Teaching and Training
deliver bedside teaching session(s) – undergraduate
1 / Formal evaluation and reflection
deliver small group teaching session(s) – undergraduate
1 / Formal evaluation and reflection
deliver seminar teaching – postgraduates
1 / Formal evaluation and reflection
lecture to a large audience
2 / Formal evaluation and reflection
assess the clinical performance of a junior medical colleague as a workplace assessor
2 / Direct assessment of performance
provide effective feedback after an assessment
2 / Direct assessment of performance
understand how to appraise a trainee
3 / Reflection
assess clinical performance in an educational supervisor role
3 / Direct assessment of performance
complete a postgraduate Certificate of Medical Education or equivalent
3 / Certificate
complete a Diploma of Medical Education or equivalent
3 / Certificate
complete a Masters of Medical Education or equivalent
3 / Certificate
Learning Objective
-to ………………..
number = level i.e. 1 2 or 3 / Evidence / Signed and dated on successful completion
Clinical Governance
understand the difference between audit and research?
1 / Reflection
complete an audit
1 / Audit report
complete a closed loop audit
2 / Audit report
be aware of a National audit project
1 / Reflection
participate in a National audit project
2 / Audit report
lead in a Trust in a National audit project
3 / Audit report
use an existing clinical care pathway (or guideline)
1 / Reflection
modify or update an existing clinical care pathway (or guideline)
2 / Reflection
write a new clinical care pathway (or guideline) that is then used in clinical practice
3 / Reflection
report an adverse drug reaction
1 / Copy of report / Reflection
report an adverse clinical incident
1 / Copy of report
Have knowledge of the Risk Management reporting structures in a trust 1 / Reflection
Learning Objective
-to ………………..
number = level i.e. 1 2 or 3 / Evidence / Signed and dated on successful completion
be involved in a formal risk analysis following an adverse event
2 / Copy of report with reflection on process
be involved in the response to a clinical complaint
2 / Copy of report with reflection on process
shadow the work of a departmental Clinical Governance Lead
2 / Copy of report with reflection on process
carry out an evidence based review of a clinical area
3 / Copy of report with reflection on process
Research
understand research methodology including clinical trial design, quantitative and qualitative study designs
2 / Certificate of satisfactory completion of a taught
Research methodology course or acceptable alternative
Understand the principles of Research Governance and Good Practice including :-
Data Protection Act, 1
EU directive on Clinical Trials, 2
Human Tissue Act etc. 2
GCP course 2 / Certificate of satisfactory completion of a taught GCP course
Be aware of Research passport / approvals required / indemnity
1 / Reflection
access information for a literature review
1 / Perform literature search
perform a literature review
1 / Document produced
Learning Objective
-to ………………..
number = level i.e. 1 2 or 3 / Evidence / Signed and dated on successful completion
write a research protocol
2 / Document produced
understand how to apply for Research Ethical Committee approval 1 / Reflection
apply for Research Ethical Committee approval
2 / Application form
produced
understand consent and assent for clinical research
1 / Reflection
Produce consent forms for clinical research
2 / Document produced
produce Patient information leaflets for clinical research
2 / Document produced
understand how to use a statistical package and perform analysis
1 / Certificate of satisfactory completion of a taught
Statistics course
use a statistical package to perform analysis
2 / Application of skills in a research project
Collect, store and retrieve data
1 / Files / Document produced
Learning Objective
-to ………………..
number = level i.e. 1 2 or 3 / Evidence / Signed and dated on successful completion
Scientific writing – 2 Abstract(s)
2 / Copies of the original abstract(s) filed in this portfolio
Scientific writing – 2 Paper(s)
2
Scientific writing – 3 or more Paper(s)
3
Scientific writing – High impact Paper(s)
3
Scientific writing – Thesis
3
Presentation skills – Local
1 / Feedback from presentation(s) and reflection
–Regional / National
2
–International
3
Understand how an RCT is conducted
1 / Reflection on the design and conduct of a large trial
Participate in recruitment to a large RCT as a co-investigator
2
Conduct an RCT
3
Find out what happens in a Clinical Trials Unit
2 / Reflection on the function of a Clinical Trials Unit
Find out what a clinical research network is
2 / Reflection on a discussion
Learning Objective
-to ………………..
number = level i.e. 1 2 or 3 / Evidence / Signed and dated on successful completion
Find out what is needed for a higher degree
1 / Reflection
Completion of a taught MSc
2 / Certificate
Completion of an MPhil
2 / Certificate
Completion of an MD
3 / Certificate
Completion of a PhD
3 / Certificate
Find out what happens in Laboratory research
1 / Reflection after a visit
Acquire bench skills
2
Use bench skills in the a research project
3
Submit grant application
2
Success in small grant application
2
Successful large grant application
3
Successful application for research fellowship
3
Peer review others research papers
3
Supervise others research
3
Learning Objective
-to ………………..
number = level i.e. 1 2 or 3 / Evidence / Signed and dated on successful completion
Life Long Learning and CPD
register for CPD with a college scheme
2 / Confirmation of Registration
have up to date knowledge on the process of revalidation and re-certification
2
FILE THE EVIDENCE SUPPORTING THE RECORD OF COMPETENCE FROM HERE ONWARDS IDEALLY IN THE ORDER IN WHICH IT APPEARS IN THE RECORD OF PROGRESS
Summary list of publications. Give the full references
Appendix 1. AnEvaluation Form for a Presentation
Name of Presenter______Date:______
Title of Presentation______
Were the objectives of the presentation identified?
Please comment on the clarity of the presentation.
Please comment on the overall structure of the presentation.
If handouts were used, were they clear, useful and easy to follow?
What aspects of the presentation did you find most useful?
What aspects of the presentation did you find least useful?
What impact will the presentation have on your future practice?
Were the objectives of the presentation met?
Please add any additional comments overleaf.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR FEEDBACK
Appendix 2.Evaluation Form for Teaching Event
Name of Teacher:______Date:______
Title of Teaching Session:______
Were the objectives of the session identified?
Please comment on the clarity of the session:
Please comment on the overall structure of the event:
If handouts were used, were they clear, useful and easy to follow?
What aspects of the teaching session did you find most useful?
What aspects of the teaching session did you find least useful?
What impact will the teaching session have on your future practice?
Were the objectives of the session met?
Please add any additional comments overleaf.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR FEEDBACK
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