The program was held at the Executive House of VNU-HCM with the participation of representatives from the School's Board of Directors, leaders of departments, functional rooms, and a large number of final -year students in Medicine and Odonto-Stomatology.

Speaking at the program, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pham Anh Vu Thuy - Vice Rector of the School emphasized the important significance of the competency assessment exam in standardizing the healthcare workforce in our country according to common standards, moving towards international integration. At the same time , he also conveyed many directions, encouraging students to proactively prepare knowledge, skills, and a strong mindset before the pivotal exam in their career journey.

Within the framework of the program, Dr. Bui Pham Minh Man - Deputy Head of the Department of Traditional Medicine, Deputy Head of the Graduate Training Department presented key contents related to the competency assessment exam for medical examination and treatment of the National Medical Council.

The contents disseminated include the format of the test questions, competency domains, core professional issues, test blueprint structure, as well as preparation directions for students in the upcoming time .

After the general session, students were divided into sessions to continue in-depth discussions. The Faculty of Medicine held activities in room 601 and the Faculty of Odonto-Stomatology held activities in room 606, focusing on addressing issues related to the structure of the exam, review content, and specific competency requirements of each field; at the same time, listening to guidance from experienced teachers in the field.

The program not only helps students timely update the new regulations of the competency assessment exam for medical examination and treatment but also demonstrates the School's companionship in preparing the career baggage for learners.

It is known that the National Medical Council will organize a competency assessment exam scheduled for December 2027 for four medical titles including: General Practitioner, Preventive Medicine Doctor, Traditional Medicine Doctor, and Odonto-Stomatology Doctor. Participants are doctors with qualifications suitable for the professional title and have completed practice according to the provisions of the Law on Medical Examination and Treatment and Decree 96/2023/ND-CP. The National Medical Council also stated that depending on the actual situation, the exam will be arranged in some suitable geographical areas to facilitate candidates. The organizing locations must meet strict criteria regarding quality, safety, and organizational conditions. The expected form of examination is multiple-choice questions (MCQs) on computers.

According to Clause 3, Article 120 of the Law on Medical Examination and Treatment 2023, the following provisions are made:

3. The National Medical Council performs the task of assessing the competency of medical examination and treatment according to the following provisions:

a) From January 1, 2027, for the title of doctor;

b) From January 1, 2028, for the titles of physician, nurse, midwife;

c) From January 1, 2029, for the titles of medical technician, clinical nutritionist, emergency medical technician, and clinical psychologist.

[...] See more in Law No. 15/2023/QH15 of the National Assembly: Law on Medical Examination and Treatment

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