Completion for 2020 and 2021 starters
Trainees who may be out of sync due to statutory leave, other approved adjustment or extension and who started the programme in 2021 or earlier, are subject to the completion requirements as outlined for their original completing cohort.
- For 2021 starters this will be 2024 completion – click this link for guidance on the 2024 completion pathway.
- For 2020 starters this will be 2023 completion – click this link for guidance on the 2023 completion pathway.
Clinical Microbiology 2022 starters
Clinical Microbiology trainees commencing in 2022 will be required to:
- Complete 100% of the e-portfolio by Monday 15 September 2025.
- Pass the IACC as the final assessment.
- Pass the MSc in Clinical Science.
The final assessment
Clinical Microbiology trainees commencing in 2022 or trainees who may be out of sync due to statutory leave or other approved adjustment or extension who commenced on programme from 2021 or earlier will be subject to the Independent Assessment of Clinical Competence (IACC) as their final assessment.
Should you not pass the final assessment or the IACC, having exhausted all resit opportunities, you will have failed the training overall and will not be eligible to receive the CCSTP.
Completion deadline
The completion deadline for trainees with a 12 month interruption or extension is 5pm on Monday 15 September 2025. This is the same deadline as per the 2025 completing cohort.
If the extension or interruption is less than 12 months then written confirmation of the completion date will be provided by the School. This will be either via the Exceptional Extenuating Circumstances policy if eligible and approved, or via email when the School is notified of any changes impacting on your completion timeline e.g. if taking less than 12 months parental leave.
It is your responsibility to ensure the School is aware of any changes to your circumstances which may impact on your ability to complete your programme as planned so that a revised completion timeline can be identified and confirmed.