Train with RACGP

Duration

  • 3 years full time equivalent (FRACGP)
  • 4 years full time equivalent (FRACGP-RG)
  • Offers flexible training options

Entry

  • Minimum PGY1+
  • Rotations in Medicine, Surgery and Emergency

Training

The RACGP Training Program is structured over three years:

  • 12 months Hospital Training
  • 18 months (3 x 6-month terms) in RACGP accredited general practices
  • 6 months Extended Skills
  • A further 12 months Advanced Rural Skills Training (ARST) may be completed in an approved discipline to lead to a Rural Generalist Fellowship (FRACGP-RG)

Other

  • There are five general practice training pathways in Australia:
  • Australian General Practice Training (AGPT) Program
  • Remote Vocational Training Scheme (RVTS)
  • ACRRM Independent (self-funded) pathway
  • ACRRM Rural Generalist Training Scheme
  • RACGP’s Practice Experience Program
  • Deciding which fellowship to undertake (RACGP, ACRRM or joint) is a personal decision. Fellowship of both Colleges is recognised by Medicare Australia.
  • Both colleges offer accreditation as a General Practitioner and Rural Generalist.
  • For more information on the ACRRM Pathways, visit: https://www.acrrm.org.au/
Information from regionalmedicaltraining.com.au is intended as a summary to assist with career planning and has been developed by The South Eastern Regional Training Hubs Collaboration. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, details should be verified through the relevant Specialist College and health services. LAST UPDATED August 29, 2024