Annual Review of Competency Progression (ARCP) (34)

This section provides information about the Annual Review of Competence Progression (ARCP) that applies to all postgraduate doctors and dentists in training. For guidance that is specific to your specialty—including specialty‑specific curricula, additional evidence requirements, or bespoke panel processes—please refer to your specialty’s own dedicated ARCP guidance section or your Royal College Website.

Can my appeal be postponed?

Modified on Wed, 17 May, 2023 at 11:34 AM
The Review Panel upheld its original decision. Can I appeal it?

Modified on Wed, 17 May, 2023 at 11:31 AM
What happens at an ARCP appeal panel?

Modified on Fri, 14 Feb, 2025 at 1:50 PM
When will I find out the outcome of my appeal?

Modified on Wed, 17 May, 2023 at 1:52 PM
Can I bring a representative to my ARCP appeal?

Modified on Wed, 17 May, 2023 at 1:28 PM
Can I postpone/reschedule my ARCP?

Modified on Tue, 9 Sep, 2025 at 1:13 PM
How do I request a review of my ARCP outcome?

Modified on Wed, 17 May, 2023 at 11:16 AM
How do I request an appeal?

Modified on Tue, 20 Jan at 3:29 PM
How long will I have to wait for an ARCP appeal hearing?

Modified on Fri, 14 Feb, 2025 at 1:54 PM
How often should I have an ARCP?

Modified on Tue, 9 Sep, 2025 at 1:07 PM
How will I know when my ARCP has taken place?

Modified on Tue, 9 Sep, 2025 at 1:15 PM
I am training less than full time (LTFT), what are my requirements for ARCP?

Modified on Tue, 9 Sep, 2025 at 1:14 PM
I have been given an outcome 5, what does this mean?

Modified on Tue, 9 Sep, 2025 at 1:16 PM
If I resign from a training programme, am I still required to have an ARCP?

Modified on Wed, 12 Jun, 2024 at 4:02 PM
Is it possible to bring my CCT Date/ CESR(CP) Date forwards?

Modified on Thu, 4 Sep, 2025 at 10:27 AM
Is it possible to bring my CCT/CESR(CP) Date forward?

Modified on Tue, 9 Sep, 2025 at 1:12 PM
Should I have an ARCP before going on parental leave?

Modified on Mon, 2 Feb at 2:32 PM
Should I have an ARCP before going on parental leave? (ARCP)

Modified on Wed, 7 May, 2025 at 4:54 PM
What documentation is required for my ARCP?

Modified on Tue, 9 Sep, 2025 at 1:14 PM
What does each ARCP Outcome mean?

Modified on Tue, 9 Sep, 2025 at 1:11 PM