Specialist applications and certificates statistics

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Certificates of Completion of Training (CCT)

CCTs are issued to doctors who complete a full GMC-approved specialty training programme.

The archives below show

CCT statistics - current year by quarter:

CCT Statistics Q1 2024

CCT Statistics Q2 2024

Portfolio pathway (formally Certificates of eligibility)

Portfolio pathway applications (formally CESR and CEGPR) are issued to specialists and GPs who have not completed a GMC-approved programme but are able to demonstrate that they meet our requirements particular to their specialty, training, qualifications and experience.

Applicants

We understand applications for the Portfolio pathway can be a daunting prospect. Applicants will look to get as much information as possible before committing to a time consuming and complex process. However, if you're seeking to assess the likelihood of success for an application, you should interpret these numbers with caution.

The process of applying is a unique experience for each applicant. Success depends on your:

  • previous experience
  • level and availability of the evidence
  • willingness to engage with the process
  • referees are able to provide the information we need.

The archives below show

Portfolio pathway (previously CESR and CEGPR) - current year by quarter: 

Portfolio Q1 2024

Portfolio Q2 2024

Annual reports

Specialist registration annual reports from 2013 are available below. They give an overview of the key themes for applications to the Specialist and GP Registers.