Recognition of prior learning and experience
Recognition of prior learning and experience (RPLE) will only be considered in certain circumstances. You can choose to apply if you have previously voluntarily withdrawn from the Australian General Practice Training (AGPT) Program via the RACGP or the Remote Vocational Training Scheme (RVTS).
If you’ve withdrawn from other programs such as the Practice Experience Program (PEP), More Doctors for Rural Australia Program (MDRAP) or Pre-Fellowship Program (PFP), or non-RACGP training programs such as Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM), or other non-GP specialist pathways, you would not be considered eligible. If you’re unsure, please contact us to discuss your individual circumstances.
What is it?
RPLE is relevant training that can meet some of your education and training time requirements in the FSP. If your application is successful, it will reduce your total program time, allowing you to sit exams after 18 months in the education phase, subject to the completion of other requirements.
When assessing applications for RPLE, the RACGP will consider if your hospital training and experience:
- was relevant to general practice
- was recent
- showed variety and breadth across components of the RACGP Curriculum and syllabus
- was completed successfully.
RPLE is available as credit for up to, or a maximum of, six months of the FSP, shortening your education phase from 24 months to 18 months (a maximum of 26 calendar weeks). Your determined program length remains the same whether you are working part-time or full-time in general practice. However, if you are working part-time, it may take you longer to meet exam and Fellowship eligibility requirements.
RPLE process
Please refer to the RPLE registrar guide for further details on:
- what qualifies as RPLE
- how to apply
- documentation needed to support your application
- when you will receive an RPLE outcome.
You'll receive one email prompt from us in general practice training term one to submit your application.