Frequently Asked Questions

Once a lead assessor has completed their review of a services level 1 submission, further information may be requested from the service peior ro being level 1 signed off. If this happens, the services services self-assessment will reopen to provide further evidence and commentary. The IQILS operational team will be avaliable to support during this process.

Once a lead assessor has been assigned to a level 1 submission, it usually takes 4 weeks for the assessor to complete their review. The office team will keep the service updated on the progress on the review.

A services level 1 submission is reviewed by a lead assessor from the IQILS assessor pool. The assessor will review the submission and provide feedback to support the service to work towards achieving accreditation.

No, level 1 assessments are conducted remotely, a visit to your service is only required once your service submits for a level 2 assessment.

Assessors are either doctors or nurses working in an liver service. All assessors undergo training and development by our experienced team who are part of the Royal College of Physicians’ Accreditation Unit. Lay assessors (individuals who represent the patient voice and do not work in healthcare) also form a part of the assessment team. Lay assessors are part of the Royal College of Physicians’ Accreditation Unit. Please email accreditation@rcp.ac.uk to find out when more opportunities will be available.