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check Program

What is check?

• check is an independent learning program produced monthly by the RACGP
• check is a quality assurance and continuing professional development activity (QA&CPD) written by expert clinicians
• check includes 5–8 clinical cases with answers, followed by 10 multiple choice questions (MCQs)
• check includes references and resources
• check is now completed online via gplearning.

How can I access check online?

• check is accessed online via gplearning
• College members, who are registered medical practitioners, automatically have access to check online. Simply log in using the same username and password you use to log onto the College website. If you can’t remember your username and password, please call the gplearning helpdesk on 1800 284 789
• If you are not a College member and would like access to check online, please fill out a subscription form, then call the gplearning helpdesk on 1800 284 789 to register in the first instance. You will be provided a username and password.

How can I attract RACGP QA&CPD points with check?

• You can obtain 40 Category 1 (ALM) QA&CPD points for each unit of check, by completing the ALM evaluation form, which can be downloaded at the bottom of this page.
• You can enrol in the QA&CPD Category 2 activity via gplearning. Each check unit attracts 6 Category 2 points. Complete the unit and answer 10 MCQs. A pass is 8/10. Points are awarded automatically after the unit is completed online. Points will appear on your QA&CPD statement within two weeks of completion.

Note to participants in the QA&CPD activities related to the check Program:
Previously, participants were able to complete two online QA&CPD activities associated with check – an active learning module (ALM) and a Category 2 activity in the form of 10 multiple choice questions (MCQs). Due to a lack of participation in the Category 1 activity (ALM) over the triennium, the RACGP has decided not to offer this activity online from July 2010. In addition, from January 2011, the Category 1 (ALM) activity will no longer be available for completion in the hardcopy version of check. The QA&CPD Category 2 activity continues

Other QA&CPD activities

The check Program coupled with the resources can form the basis of discussions for small group learning (SGL) or supervised clinical attachment (SCA) activities with GPs in their practice or with specialists/allied health workers in their local area.

Refer to the quick reference guide for more information on the QA&CPD Program.

2010 topics*

Stroke
Challenging consultations
Anxiety disorders
Office based procedures
Juvenile idiopathic arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis
Ophthalmology
Wound management
Thyroid
Rashes
Osteoporosis and osteoarthritis
Child behaviour
First 12 months of life

*Subject to change

Back issues

Back issues of check (including 2009), are available for purchase in hardcopy and CD. Order forms are below. Please complete and fax back to us to 03 8699 0400 or contact the subscription coordinator on 03 8699 0495.

1999–2007 programs are sold at reduced prices.

Further information
For further information contact the subscription coordinator on 03 8699 0495 or by emailing check@racgp.org.au.

ALM evaluation forms

check evaluation forms are available for download at the following links.

2008 check evaluation forms
2009 check evaluation forms
2010 check evaluation forms

Publication Date: 23 July 2010
Authorised By: Publications