Multivariable logistic regression model showing factors independently associated with passing the Applied Knowledge Test
| Predictor | OR (95% CI) | Standard error | P-value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sex | |||
| Female | 1 | ||
| Male | 1.29 (0.70 to 2.36) | 0.40 | 0.411 |
| Ethnic group | |||
| White | 1 | ||
| Ethnic minority | 2.05 (1.03 to 4.10) | 0.72 | 0.042 |
| Mixed | 1.20 (0.14 to 10.00) | 1.30 | 0.865 |
| Qualification country | |||
| UK | 1 | ||
| Non-UK | 1.17 (0.54 to 2.54) | 0.46 | 0.686 |
| Declared disability | |||
| No | 1 | ||
| Yes | 0.86 (0.42 to 1.77) | 0.32 | 0.687 |
| MSRA bands | |||
| <400 | 1 | ||
| 400–419 | 3.47 (1.28 to 9.36) | 1.76 | 0.014 |
| 420–439 | 4.29 (1.42 to 12.94) | 2.42 | 0.010 |
| 440–459 | 6.86 (2.40 to 19.11) | 3.68 | <0.001 |
| 460–479 | 9.93 (3.18 to 31.03) | 5.77 | <0.001 |
| 480–499 | 15.34 (4.35 to 54.08) | 9.86 | <0.001 |
| 500–519 | 37.53 (8.37 to 168.40) | 28.75 | <0.001 |
| 520–539 | 53.30 (9.58 to 296.52) | 46.67 | <0.001 |
| 540–559 | 104.06 (11.28 to 959.69) | 117.95 | <0.001 |
| Constant | 1.69 (0.55 to 5.21) | 0.97 | <0.001 |
Pseudo R2 = 0.13, χ2(13) = 56.78, P<0.001. Bands 10, 11, and 12 not included in the model because they perfectly predict passing the Applied Knowledge Test. MSRA = Multi-Specialty Recruitment Assessment. OR = odds ratio.