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Table 2 Entrustment levels used in the survey (derived from Ten Cate [11, 13])

From: An analysis of core EPAs reveals a gap between curricular expectations and medical school graduates’ self-perceived level of competence

Level

Label

1

I can only observe someone performing this task

2

I can perform the task under direct, proactive supervision (the supervisor is actively helping me)

3

I can perform the task under indirect, reactive supervision (I can ask for help and the supervisor is readily available, within a minute)a

4

I can perform the task under distant supervision (supervisor not present in the room; I can call the supervisor; supervisor available within 20–30 min)b

5

I can supervise othersb

  1. a Level expected at end of medical school. b Level to be achieved during specialty training