Two routes to the same credential — CfAP digital badge recognising advanced clinical practice.
Accredited MSc route: 2-3 year academic programme. Includes V300 independent prescribing. Structured curriculum across all four pillars. Develops capabilities from scratch. Best for practitioners entering ACP training.
ePortfolio route: 6-12 months. Evidence-based portfolio submission. Recognises existing advanced-level practice. Available through funded CPPE programmes. Best for experienced practitioners who already function at advanced level.
Who should choose which: Starting your ACP journey → MSc. Already practising at advanced level without formal recognition → ePortfolio. Recently completed an ACP-level MSc that wasn't CfAP-accredited → ePortfolio (fastest route to badge).
Funding: MSc often employer-funded (NHS training budget). ePortfolio has funded CPPE-supported programmes.
Same outcome: CfAP digital badge — the credential increasingly required for Band 8+ roles.
Whatever route, iatroX provides guideline-grounded clinical support for the clinical practice pillar.