FAQ
What does SPEX stand for?
What is the difference between SPEX1 Consulting like a GP and SPEX2 SCA?
Who is invited to SPEX1 Consulting like a GP?
When is SPEX1 Consulting like a GP?
What is SPEX1 Consulting like a GP?
When is SPEX2 SCA?
What is SPEX2 SCA?
Who is invited to SPEX2 SCA?
How many times can SPEX2 SCA be done?
What leave do I use for SPEX?
If a doctor in training is offered a SPEX course in ST1/2, or an IMG communication course, do they need to use their normal study leave allowance?
For a SPEX2 SCA tutorial in ST3, is this taken out of study leave allowance, or is it instead of the ‘normal’ GP tutorial that week?
Are SPEX1 Consulting like a GP days half days or whole days?
FAQ
What does SPEX stand for?
Support for Performance and Exams.
It is a highly successful, evidence-based intervention to help Doctors in Training improve communication skills, learn to “Consult like a GP”, provide revision support for AKT and RCA exams, based on the award-winning HEE North West Support on Extension Programme.
What is the difference between SPEX1 Consulting like a GP and SPEX2 SCA?
SPEX1 Consulting like a GP is a three half-day consultation skills course offered in ST1/2.
SPEX2 SCA includes an introduction session and a 1:1 tutorial to improve consultation skills and pass the SCA in ST3.
Who is invited to SPEX1 Consulting like a GP?
It is offered to any trainee with lower recruitment scores or AD concern.
When is SPEX1 Consulting like a GP?
SPEX1 Consulting like a GP is offered in ST1/2 whilst in General Practice. It runs twice a year.
What is SPEX1 Consulting like a GP?
This is a virtual, group-based course to introduce and practice GP consultation skills. The initial half day is lecture based on “Consulting like a GP”. Day 2 is in small groups to practice skills with actors. Day 3 is in small groups reviewing real consultations.
When is SPEX2 SCA?
SPEX2 SCA is offered whilst in ST3.
What is SPEX2 SCA?
SPEX2 SCA is a tutorial with the trainee, their ES and a specially trained SPEX educator. Prior to the tutorial the SPEX educator will watch three consultation recordings made by the trainee and offer advice on consultation skills with the SCA in mind. This is a one-off tutorial and the suggestions are taken forward by the trainee with support from the ES.
Who is invited to SPEX2 SCA?
Any Doctors in Training who have been unsuccessful in the AKT, SCA or have been referred by ADs or ACRP panels.
How many times can SPEX2 SCA be done?
One intervention per SCA attempt although follow up sessions can be arranged if advised by ADs.
What leave do I use for SPEX?
This is taken as study leave.
If a doctor in training is offered a SPEX course in ST1/2, or an IMG communication course, do they need to use their normal study leave allowance?
Yes, this is taken as study leave.
For a SPEX2 SCA tutorial in ST3, is this taken out of study leave allowance, or is it instead of the ‘normal’ GP tutorial that week?
The SPEX2 SCA tutorial is instead of the normal GP tutorial.
Are SPEX1 Consulting like a GP days half days or whole days?
SPEX1 Consulting like a GP days are half days.