Full Registration in APS: What PLAB-Cleared Doctors Need to Know Before Working in the UK
Passing PLAB is a major milestone for international medical graduates who want to build their medical career in the UK. But passing the exam is only one part of the journey. Once you receive full registration with a licence to practise, you may also need to understand the Approved Practice Setting (APS) requirement. For many newly registered doctors, the terminology can be confusing. You may see references to APS on your GMC registration record and wonder whether you can start working immediately , where you can work, or whether you need to find a particular NHS organisation . The good news is that the process is easier to understand once you know what the GMC actually requires. What Does Full Registration in APS Mean? Full registration in APS refers to full GMC registration that is subject to the Approved Practice Setting scheme. The GMC states that UK and international medical graduates granted full registration generally need to work in an appr...