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Clinical Competency Portfolio Review
The Clinical Competency Portfolio Review (CCPR) assessment is a holistic and programmatic approach that evaluates a candidate’s competence through multiple assessment data points over time, conducted by multiple assessors. This process determines whether the candidate meets the end of Stage 3 standards across all CanMEDs domains and relevant Fellowship competencies.
The CCPR decision on progression is based on a thorough review of end-of-rotation In-Training Assessments (ITAs), Observed Clinical Activities (OCAs), and Independent Observed Clinical Activities (IOCAs), including the feedback provided in these assessments.
Structure and format
The following assessments will be included in the CCPR:
- All Stage 3 end-of-rotation In-Training Assessments (ITAs).
- All Stage 3 Observed Clinical Activities (OCAs).
- All Stage 3 Independent Observed Clinical Activities (IOCAs).
- Qualitative data such as supervisor feedback and narrative comments for the above assessments will also be considered.
Stage 2 ITAs and OCAs are not reviewed as part of the CCPR, and the Stage 2 IOCA is no longer offered.
Application dates
April 2027
- Applications open: Thursday 1 April 2027, 9 am (AEST)
- Applications close: Thursday 15 April 2027, 5 pm (AEST)
How to apply
Apply using the Forms tab on InTrain.
- All Stage 3 ITAs, OCAs and IOCAs will be considered as part of the Portfolio Review. Ensure that your training record is up to date by the time you apply to be eligible.
Late applications will not be accepted.
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Fees
You will receive a payment link in InTrain after your application has been approved.
An application fee of $1,388 must be paid to complete your application.
Eligibility
To be eligible, trainees and Partially Comparable SIMGs must have completed:
- minimum 12 months FTE Stage 3 training,
- minimum two Stage 3 end-of-rotation ITAs,
- minimum two Stage 3 OCAs,
- minimum one Stage 3 IOCA.
All completed Stage 3 ITAs, OCAs and IOCAs recorded in the training portfolio will be included in the review.
Other eligibility requirements
- All trainee and SIMG candidates must have a current medical registration.
- SIMG candidates must be enrolled on the partial comparability pathway and have current comparability status.
- Candidates who have a ‘not in training’ status are not eligible to apply for the CCPR.
Assessment criteria
Your overall performance in the end-of-rotation ITAs, corresponding OCAs and IOCAs is assessed against Fellowship competencies and CanMED domains. See the CCPR Assessment Criteria and Fellowship competencies below for further information:
Special consideration
Applications for special consideration will be considered on a case-by-case basis and must be submitted at the time of application via In-Train. Supporting documents are required.
Results
Results for the CCPR are released progressively in multiple rounds, depending on the volume of applications received. The relevant committee typically meets approximately 6 weeks after the application closing date to consider assessment outcomes. Results are released within approximately ten (10) business days following committee endorsement.
Targeted learning and training review
You will not be required to undertake targeted learning and/or training review if you withdraw from the portfolio review after enrolment.
Candidates who are unsuccessful in their first CCPR attempt will be required to undertake assessment based targeted learning for the relevant assessment in accordance with the CCPR Policy and Procedure.
Candidates who are unsuccessful in two CCPR attempts will be required to submit an application for a training review to the Committee for Training (CFT) in accordance with the CCPR Policy and Procedure.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions about the CCPR and IOCAs.
CCPR resources
- Understanding the CCPR - 2026 Congress presentation [PDF; 991KB]
- Clinical Competency Portfolio Review (CCPR) Policy and Procedure [PDF; 338KB]
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