The RCGP has now released the latest editions of the Essential Knowledge Update (EKU 5) and Essential Knowledge Challenge (EKC 4) programmes and you are invited to take part in these vital tools to help you realise your CPD and Revalidation commitments.
Essential Knowledge Update 5 consists of 8 major topics and 20 briefings focusing on new and changing information that relates to key clinical areas of national significance and has been prioritised from a search spanning June to November 2009.
The 4th Essential Knowledge Challenge assessment, consisting of 50 multiple choice questions is based on the accompanying Essential Knowledge Update 4. As with previous Challenges, if you score 70% or more you can print out a certificate to add to your appraisal folder.