Histopathology ST1 uses a structured self-assessment, and teaching is a scored component with real points on offer — up to two of them. Because the scoring rewards longer training, histopathology is one of the specialties where doing a full teaching course pays off directly. Here is how it works.
How Histopathology ST1 scores teaching
The histopathology self-assessment awards one point for training in teaching lasting up to two days, and two points for training lasting more than two days. Completing the Erudical course in full — the live, tutor-led day plus the self-paced course of 12+ hours — qualifies for two points; either element alone scores one. Confirm the current scoring in NHS England’s histopathology self-assessment guidance.
What to submit as evidence
Keep your dated certificate of completion, the provider details and the CPD accreditation. For the two-point threshold, make sure your evidence reflects more than two days of training — which is why completing both Erudical components is the route to full marks.
Live vs self-paced for histopathology
To reach the two-day threshold, do both. The self-paced course gives you the bulk of the hours flexibly; the live day adds the interactive element and pushes you over the two-day line for the second point.
What our students say
“This module was extremely helpful and well-structured. The content was clear, practical, and directly applicable to real clinical teaching.”
— M. Taj
“Excellent and well designed course with lots of tests for self evaluation and self reflection.”
— A. Taneja
Frequently asked questions
How do I get two points instead of one?
Evidence more than two days of training. Erudical’s combined live and self-paced course meets that threshold.
Does it have to be accredited?
A recognised, CPD-accredited course is what scorers expect. Erudical has been CPD accredited since 2020.
See the full teaching points by specialty breakdown, or read about the Erudical course.
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Last updated: 19th June 2026