EPA-based medical education: how to strike a balance between assessment and trust
Picture this: a trainee spends more time filling out assessment forms than actually performing procedures, and the trainer feels like they’re constantly policing paperwork instead of teaching. This scenario is
5 Steps to successfully implement an EPA Portfolio
If you’re reading this blog, we assume you’re already familiar with EPA-based education and are ready to put it into practice for your medical program. An important but often overlooked
The essential steps to follow when implementing an EPA-based medical curriculum
Implementing an Entrustable Professional Activities (EPA)-based medical curriculum marks a profound transformation in how we approach medical education. It moves the focus away from abstract competency checklists and towards the
How a feedback culture creates a positive and effective practical learning environment
Feedback can be tricky. Done well, it’s a powerful tool for growth. Done poorly, it can demoralize even the most motivated learner. In EPA-based training, where learners are assessed on
Transforming your workplace into an effective training environment: making the most of EPA-based medical education
Let’s be honest: hospitals and clinics are hectic places. Alarms beep, phones buzz, coffee gets cold. Amidst all that chaos, expecting smooth, structured learning to “just happen” is… wishful thinking.
How to design clear EPAs
As medical education continues to evolve toward competency-based models, Entrustable Professional Activities (EPAs) are emerging as a powerful bridge between abstract competencies and real-world clinical practice. EPAs offer a practical
Why self-directed learning matters in EPA-based training
Entrustable Professional Activities (EPAs) have changed how we train and assess professionals. Instead of just learning theory, trainees gain real-world skills they need to perform safely and independently. But for
The 5 most important benefits of introducing an EPA-Based training program
Over the years, we have helped many medical training programs switch to an EPA-based training program using Reconcept EPA Portfolio. In this article we list the top 5 benefits we consistently
EPA supervision levels explained
EPAs are evaluated using a scale of required supervision. But how do these supervision levels work? Find out more in this article.
EPAs explained: the backbone of competency-based medical education
Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) is rapidly becoming the standard. You may have heard about EPAs, but how do they relate to CBME and what does their practical application look like?
