The National Agency for Quality Assessment and Accreditation (Aneca) has formally approved the new criteria for accrediting teachers in Medicine, including a key change regarding the professional activity of MIR residents. The criteria now require applicants to justify five years of professional experience in clinical activity, with the option to include the period of Specialized Health Training. This change has been welcomed by deans of Medicine, who emphasize the importance of having the best professionals in teaching positions within health centers.
During the consultation period, Aneca received feedback from 2,802 participants, resulting in 2,127 amendments and 3,281 comments. The final evaluation will require a minimum of 50 points out of 100 in research activity, knowledge transfer and exchange, teaching activity, and leadership for accreditation as a professor of Medicine.
The newly published document also includes changes to the initial draft, such as the elimination of mandatory minimums for most merits, the recognition of TFG and TFM management, and the promotion of open science and diversity in teaching and research profiles. These changes aim to enhance the accreditation system and attract talent from abroad, ultimately promoting excellence in medical education.
Overall, the new criteria for accrediting medical professors in Medicine represent a significant step forward in ensuring the quality and diversity of teaching in the field of Health Sciences. For more information, consult your corresponding health specialist.