COLLEGE OF PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS PAKISTAN (CPSP)

Program: FCPS in Health Professions Education (FCPS-HPE)
Mode: Two-Year Exemption (Pathway-Based Training Program)

Location: Directorate of Medical Education (DME), CPSP Headquarters, Karachi

Program Overview

The College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan (CPSP) invites applications for the FCPS-Health Professions Education (HPE) program under the Two-Year Exemption Pathway-Based Training Program.

This program is designed to enhance medical educators’ academic competencies while allowing participants to continue their clinical and teaching responsibilities. The program combines face-to-face learning with supervised distance learning.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet all of the following requirements:

1. Qualification:

   • MCPS or Master's degree in Health Professions Education (HPE)

   • Degree must be PMDC recognized

2. Publications:

   • Minimum of two (02) medical education-related publications in CPSP-approved journals within the last five years

Selection Process

The selection of candidates will be based on the following steps:

1. Entry Test:

   • Short Answer Questions (SAQs) based on MCPS/Master’s level syllabus

2. Thesis Proposal/Synopsis Submission:

   • Must align with FCPS-HPE research requirements

3. Interview:

   • Final assessment of candidate suitability

Program Structure and Duration

• Mode of Delivery: Blended (face-to-face + supervised distance learning)

• Weekly Commitment: 16 hours per week

• Duration: Two (02) years

• Components:

  • Structured coursework

  • Supervised thesis writing

  • Thesis defense

This structure allows participants to continue professional duties while engaging in advanced academic training.

Important Dates

• Last Date to Submit Applications: 15th January 2026

Application Procedure

1. Application Form: Available on CPSP website: www.cpsp.edu.pk

2. Submission Email: fcpshpe@cpsp.edu.pk

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