When we introduce the MLA
- When we introduce the MLA
- Keeping you up to date
Until we introduce the MLA in 2024, international medical graduates can still apply for the PLAB test if they want registration with a licence to practise in the UK. The information below explains what will happen if you have sat one or both parts of the PLAB test when we introduce the MLA.
Passed both parts of the PLAB test
This won't change: the same as now, you'll need to have your application for registration with a licence to practise in the UK to be approved within two years of passing PLAB 2.
Passed PLAB 1 but not attempted PLAB 2
If you have passed PLAB 1, instead of taking PLAB 2 you’ll take the CPSA. You’ll need to pass this within your PLAB 1 validity period, which is currently three years.
When you pass the CPSA, you'll be able to apply for registration with a licence to practise. You'll need your application to be approved within two years of passing the CPSA.
Attempted PLAB 1 but not passed it
You'll be able to sit the AKT. There will be a maximum number of attempts and any previous attempts at PLAB 1 will count towards the maximum number. We're finalising that maximum number and will let you know as soon as we can.
When you pass the AKT, you will need to take the CPSA within the AKT validity period.
Passed PLAB 1 and attempted PLAB 2, but not passed
You won’t need to take the AKT if your PLAB 1 pass is still valid. Currently, a PLAB 1 pass is valid for 3 years.
You'll be able to take the CPSA. There will be a maximum number of attempts and any previous attempts at PLAB 2 will count towards the maximum number. We're finalising that maximum number and will let you know as soon as we can.
When you pass the CPSA, you'll be able to apply for registration with a licence to practise. You'll need to do so within two years of passing the CPSA.
