Explore - General Practice Training in Victoria
Regional Training Providers in Victoria:
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AGPT

Application and Selection for the AGPT program is managed nationally by GPET

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The AGPT program is based on the curriculum of both the RACGP and ACRRM

GP Training Careers Evening - Explore the Possibilities


Melbourne, 28 May 2009
Rydges on Swanston, 701 Swanston Street. Carlton, 7.00 pm to 9.30 pm.   


This is the second and final VicNet General Practice Careers Evening for 2009. Our first event was attended by over 100 prevocational doctors and medical students.

The May program is a repeat of the April event and includes presentations and discussion time with current GP Registrars. The five regional training providers of GP training in Victoria (4 rural and 1 metropolitan) and the Rural Workforce Agency, Victoria, will be available for discussion and questions. Representatives from RACGP, Avant Insurance and MDA National will also be attending. If you are interested in a career in general practice or undecided about your career path, this evening will assist in your decision making. Online bookings are essential. To register go to www.rwav.com.au/vicnet.

Enquiries: Email Pauline Ingham at paulinei@rwav.com.au
 
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Australian General Practice Training AGPT
Information seminars in 2009

AGPT Information Seminars are held at many Victorian Hospitals during April and May each year. Watch out for more information at your hospital or ask your HMO Manager or MEO for more information. For information on the current seminar schedule go online here.
 
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AGPT Program Snapshot

  • 3-4 years duration
  • No training fees
  • Shortest specialist training program available
  • One of the earliest specialty entry point
        - Sub-specialties possible
  • 5 Regional Training Providers in Victoria
        - Flexible training terms
        - Apprenticeship model
  • Quality supervision
  • Dedicated teaching time
  • Generous Government financial incentives


AGPT - How to apply for 2010 entry:

Applications Open:  22 May 2009
Applications Close:  22 June 2009

Apply Online at www.agpt.com.au
 
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AGPT in Victoria

AGPT
The AGPT program is delivered in Victoria by 5 Regional Training Providers.


The Victorian Regional Training Providers are committed to providing a high quality, comprehensive experiential training program. They offer engagement with strong teams of medical educators, GP supervisors and mentors, utilising a variety of learning strategies and methodologies.

To see the location of RTPs in Victoria visit www.rwav.com.au/rtps
 
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RWAV RWAV
Support for Rural GPs

RWAV offers many services to rural GPs. Key priorities include the provision of support services for rural doctors and their families, professional development programs, locum support, marketing of rural general practice, recruitment of rural doctors including specialist outreach services, workforce planning and research to inform government policy. For more information contact RWAV on (03) 9349 7800 or visit the RWAV website at www.rwav.com.au