This comprehensive workbook is crafted specifically for pathology faculty of medical colleges in India running a postgraduate program. It offers a valuable introduction to Entrustable Professional Activities (EPAs)—a key element in the evolution of competency-based postgraduate medical education. Aligned with the National Medical Commission’s directive to embrace competency-based medical education (CBME) in pathology, this workbook simplifies complex concepts and equips educators with the essential tools and insights needed to understand and develop EPAs effectively..

Featuring an introduction from Dr. Olle ten Cate, the world’s leading expert on EPAs, this workbook combines authoritative insights with practical tools to enhance the integration of EPAs into the pathology curriculum.

Key topics include:

Introduction to EPAs: Clear explanations of what EPAs are and their growing importance in modern medical education.

EPAs in CBME: Exploration of the pivotal role EPAs play in advancing competency-based education, particularly within pathology.

Writing Comprehensive EPA Descriptions: Step-by-step guidance to craft effective EPA descriptions that serve as the cornerstone of a robust educational framework.

Practical Assessment Strategies: Straightforward methods for assessing EPAs, suitable for educators at various stages of familiarity with the concept.

Validation Using the Equal Rubric: Practical advice for ensuring EPAs meet high standards of educational quality.

Target Audience: Ideal for pathology educators, curriculum developers, and academic leaders seeking to embrace and implement competency-based education in their programs.

Readers will gain a solid foundation in basic EPA concepts positioning them at the forefront of educational innovation in pathology.