A three‑day Basic Course in Medical Education (BCME) Programme was successfully conducted from May 26th to 28th, 2026 at the P.E.S. Institute of Medical Sciences & Research (PESIMSR), Kuppam. The programme was held under the aegis of the CMC Nodal Centre, Vellore, as part of the National Medical Commission (NMC)-mandated Faculty Development Programme.
Building Capacity in Medical Education
The BCME Programme is a flagship initiative of the National Medical Commission aimed at equipping medical educators with essential competencies required to effectively implement the Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) curriculum. The program focuses on strengthening teaching abilities, improving pedagogical approaches, and fostering a learner‑centered mindset aligned with national educational standards.
A total of 30 faculty members from various departments at PESIMSR participated in this intensive three‑day workshop. All participants successfully completed the prescribed sessions, interactive activities, and competency‑building exercises.
Comprehensive Training Modules
The workshop covered a vast array of critical topics in medical education, including
- Principles and philosophy of Competency-Based Medical Education
- Formulation of learning objectives
- Lesson planning and structured curriculum design
- Effective teaching‑learning methodologies
- Small group teaching and facilitation
- Self-directed learning strategies
- Horizontal and vertical integration in medical education
- Assessment methods and tools
- Constructive feedback techniques
- Student-centered teaching approaches
The programme balanced theoretical knowledge with practical application through group discussions, microteaching sessions, hands‑on tasks, and peer learning activities.
Oversight and Quality Assurance
The National Medical Commission ensured the quality and integrity of the programme through on‑site monitoring by Dr. Srihari Rao, Professor of General Surgery, Padmavathi Medical College, Tirupati. His oversight ensured that all activities aligned with NMC guidelines and upheld national standards in faculty training.
PESIMSR’s Commitment to Educational Excellence
The successful execution of the BCME Programme underscores PESIMSR’s dedication to ongoing faculty development and academic excellence. By investing in structured training initiatives, the institution continues to empower medical educators to deliver modern, effective, and compassionate medical education.
The Management, Dean, Principal, Medical Superintendent, and the Medical Education Unit of PESIMSR congratulated all participants for completing the programme. They reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to fostering a culture of continuous improvement in teaching and learning.
PESIMSR remains aligned with the National Medical Commission’s vision of transforming medical education across India and preparing future‑ready, competent healthcare professionals for the country.
