Supervision requirements
Last revised: 25 Feb 2026
General practice training in Australia follows an apprenticeship model. As a GP registrar, you’ll see your patients under the supervision of an experienced GP – your supervisor.
Your supervisor must hold accreditation by the RACGP, ensuring that they understand the program requirements and how to best support you through the program. It’s also expected that you maintain supervision by an accredited supervisor during the consolidation phase of your training. Please note that RACGP requirements are in addition to any Ahpra requirements on your supervision.
Your supervisor provides clinical guidance and support during your program. In exceptional circumstances, when you are working in the training site, they are also responsible for in-practice teaching and contributing to the assessment of your clinical competence. If you have an Ahpra nominated principal supervisor, they’ll be your supervisor for the whole of the FSP, including the consolidation phase.
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