The MAP process is as follows:
Download handbook and portfolio template - MAP Handbook [PDF]
Complete the templates you wish to submit for assessment, remove the blank templates - MAP Portfolio Template [Word]
Send the completed portfolio for assessment
Portfolios are marked by a pair of assessors according to the MAP definition of scores:
MAP definition of scores [PDF]
Marked submissions are returned to candidates by email from the MAP office and will contain guidance on any changes required. A maximum of two resubmission attempts are permitted.
Once a set of criteria completes the assessment process, they will be reviewed by a Recommendation Panel. Some candidates will subsequently be invited to attend an Evaluation Panel.
Further information about the panels may be found below and in the MAP Regulations
Once a candidate's final set of criteria has been successfully completed the assessment and review process above, the candidate will be recommended for membership.
Flow chart for Clinical governance cases [PDF]
Recommendation Panel
The role of the MAP Recommendation Panel is to review all submissions that have been assessed, including all those that have reached the limit for re-submissions but have not been marked as satisfactory in all criteria. The Recommendation Panel convenes at regular intervals throughout the year. Candidates who have submitted all criteria for assessment and have reached a satisfactory standard in all criteria in the judgment of the Panel will be eligible for membership of the RCGP.
Further information about the Recommendation Panel may be found in the MAP Regulations.
Evaluation Panel
Candidates whose submissions do not meet the required standard in the judgment of the MAP Recommendation Panel will be invited to attend an interview with an Evaluation Panel. These will be scheduled as necessary.
There is an additional fee of £250.00 for all candidates who attend the Evaluation Panel.
Further information about the Evaluation Panel may be found in the MAP Regulations.