Training model for teaching competence among residents in the United Kingdom and its implications

doi:10.3760/cma.j.cn115259-20250713-00781

Chinese Journal of Medical Education ›› 2026, Vol. 46 ›› Issue (7): 554-557.DOI: 10.3760/cma.j.cn115259-20250713-00781

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Training model for teaching competence among residents in the United Kingdom and its implications

Su Ya¹, Liu Fengtao¹, Shi Yulu², Huang Lyu³, Dong Qiang¹, Chen Yan¹, Cheng Xin¹

¹Department of Neurology, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200040, China;
²Center for Clinical Brain Sciences, Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH164SA;
³Department of Education, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200040, China

Received:2025-07-13 Online:2026-07-01 Published:2026-07-01
Contact: Cheng Xin, Email: chengxin@fudan.edu.cn
Supported by:
Shanghai ″Rising Stars of Medical Talents″ Youth Development Program [SHWSRS(2023)_062]; 2025 Medical Education Research Grant Program of the Society of Medical Education of Chinese Medical Association and the National Center for Health Professions Education Development (2025B53)

Abstract

Abstract: Clinical teaching competence is recognized as a core competency for residents in China. A systematic training framework has not yet been established. In the United Kingdom, teaching competence has been incorporated into the core competency framework for residents. In this study, the training model for teaching competence among UK residents was examined through literature review, policy analysis, and on-site investigation. In the UK, a structured developmental pathway was identified, characterized by a structured training approach, required teaching practice, continuous feedback and reflection, supervisor guidance, and standardized assessment. Based on these experiences, it is suggested that a systematic and competency-based teaching training and evaluation framework for residents could be developed in China, with strengthened training in teaching competence, closer integration of clinical teaching into routine practice, and the development of comprehensive mechanisms for feedback, reflection, and assessment. Through these measures, the teaching competence of residents is expected to be effectively developed.

Key words: Residents, Education, medical, Teaching competency, Training model

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Su Ya, Liu Fengtao, Shi Yulu, Huang Lyu, Dong Qiang, Chen Yan, Cheng Xin. Training model for teaching competence among residents in the United Kingdom and its implications[J]. Chinese Journal of Medical Education, 2026, 46(7): 554-557, DOI: 10.3760/cma.j.cn115259-20250713-00781.

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