NMC Mandated Program
Basic Course in Medical Education (BCME)
3-day NMC-mandated faculty development program at AVMCH MEU (August 11 to 13, 2025) with 27 faculty participants.
Dates
August 11 to 13, 2025
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Venue
Medical Education Unit (MEU)
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Participants
27 Faculty Members
Program Overview
The Basic Course in Medical Education (BCME) is a mandatory National Medical Commission training program for medical teaching faculty. It strengthens teaching quality, supports CBME implementation, and promotes use of modern educational technologies for better learner outcomes and faculty progression.
Observer: Dr. R. Rajalakshmi (JIPMER, Puducherry)
Objectives
- Improve the quality of medical teaching.
- Enable faculty to use modern educational technologies.
- Promote competency-based medical education (CBME).
- Enhance communication, behavioural, and mentoring skills.
Aims of the Course
- Sensitize teachers to modern teaching and assessment methods.
- Develop skills as educators, administrators, researchers, and mentors.
- Strengthen clinical teaching and communication abilities.
- Promote professionalism and ethical practices.
Why BCME Matters for Faculty
Why BCME Matters for Faculty
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Teaching Quality
Improves quality of medical teaching through structured pedagogical methods
Educational Technology
Enables faculty to use modern educational technologies effectively
CBME Integration
Strengthens implementation of competency-based medical education principles
Mentoring Skills
Enhances communication, behavioural and mentoring capabilities
Who Should Attend
- Undergraduate and Postgraduate teaching faculty
- Newly appointed faculty members
- Faculty seeking NMC-mandated certification
- Faculty involved in teaching, assessment, or mentoring
Your Gains from BCME
Teaching & Learning Methods
•Large Group Teaching (LGT) and Small Group Teaching (SGT)
•Case-Based Learning and Think-Pair-Share
•Role-play, simulation, jigsaw and SDL models
Assessment Systems
•Formative, summative and internal assessment planning
•Blueprinting, MCQs, SAQs and essay writing
•OSCE/OSPE and constructive feedback models
Key Concepts
•CBME and AETCOM application
•SMART lesson planning and skill-based teaching
•Mentoring and academic growth pathways
Documented Outcomes
•27 faculty completed and received NMC-approved certificates
•Pre-test mean 8.7 improved to post-test mean 12.7
•Improved confidence in modern teaching and mentoring
How the Course is Conducted
A blend of interactive methods designed for active engagement and practical skill development.
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Interactive Lectures
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Group Discussions
03
Assessment Labs
04
Case-Based Learning
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Microteaching Stations
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Reflection & Feedback
Course Duration & Structure
A comprehensive 3-day program with focused learning themes each day.
DAY 1
Foundations of Teaching & Assessment
Group dynamics, learning principles, CBME, TLM and feedback
- Introduction and ice-breaking session
- Group dynamics (Tuckman Model)
- Adult learning principles and learning spiral
- CBME concepts and ABCD learning objectives
- Teaching-learning methods (LGT and SGT)
- Assessment basics: formative, summative and internal assessment
- Feedback techniques including Sandwich Model
DAY 2
AETCOM, SDL and Question Design
Ethics, SDL models, skill-teaching, blueprinting and quality questions
- AETCOM: ethics, communication and professionalism
- SDL models: Knowles, Kolb and Grow
- Clinical skill teaching: SNAPPS, one-minute preceptor and Peyton’s approach
- Aligning teaching methods with competencies
- Blueprinting and assessment planning
- Writing essay questions, SAQs and MCQs
- Identifying flaws and improving question quality
DAY 3
Lesson Planning, Skills Assessment & Growth
SMART lesson plans, OSCE/OSPE, mentoring and evaluation
- Writing effective lesson plans with SMART objectives
- Assessment of clinical skills using OSCE/OSPE
- Mentoring principles and applications
- Academic growth and networking opportunities
- Drafting competency-based academic schedules
- Post-test and program evaluation
Workshop Highlights
Course Highlights
- Interactive sessions with group activities and role-plays.
- Hands-on training in lesson planning, assessment design, and skill teaching.
- Exposure to CBME curriculum, AETCOM, SDL, and OSCE/OSPE.
- Skill Lab visit and practical assessment exercises.
- Continuous evaluation through pre-test, post-test, and structured feedback.
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NMC Accreditation & Mandate
The Basic Course in Medical Education (BCME) is mandated by the National Medical Commission (NMC) for all medical faculty.
Successful completion is a prerequisite for academic progression and promotion within the institution. All certificates issued are recognized by the NMC for faculty development requirements.
Evaluation Results
Pre-test Mean: 8.7
Post-test Mean: 12.7
The measurable increase confirms significant improvement in faculty knowledge after the program.
Feedback Summary
Positive: Interactive delivery, strong faculty support, practical group activities, and hands-on sessions.
Improvements: Better time management, optimized breaks, and reduced repetition in selected topics.
Conclusion
The BCME workshop was highly effective in equipping faculty with modern teaching, assessment, communication, and mentoring skills. The blend of theory and practical exposure delivered meaningful learning and supports development of competent, empathetic, and skilled medical educators.
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