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Interview Scoring System

CST Interview Guide

Interview Scoring System


A candidate’s overall score is divided up as follows:

Section

Contribution to Final Score

Clinical Station (Interview)

30%

Management Station (Interview)

30%

Portfolio Station (Interview + Self Assessment Score)

30%

MSRA examination result

10%


Each of the scoring criteria below is scored against a 0-6 scoring system during the interview. Examiners will evaluate and score you on each on the data points which is divided into four sections matching those in the interview (see below). Keep in mind that interviewers aim to assist you in achieving the highest possible score. If they transition to another topic, it indicates that you have already attained full marks in that domain or that other domains require more attention and focus.


Scoring Criteria


0 – No Evidence

1 – Very Poor

2 – Weak

3 – Satisfactory

4 – Good

5 – Excellent

6 – Outstanding


Interview Stations Scoring Criteria

Interview Station

Scoring Criteria

Management Presentation

  • Content

  • Presentation Delivery

  • Questioning

Management Scenario

  • Probity & Professional integrity and awareness of safety & ethics

  • Judgement under pressure & prioritisation

  • Communication

Clinical section (Part A)

  • Clinical skills & knowledge

  • Judgement under pressure & prioritisation

  • Communication

Clinical Station (Part B)

  • Clinical skills & knowledge

  • Judgement under pressure & prioritisation

  • Communication

The above scoring criteria is adapted from the HEE CST website

The Portfolio interview score is discussed on the Portfolio and Self Assessment Score page



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