Training program requirements
Last revised: 15 Dec 2025
General practice placements (GPT1) begin in the second year of training. You must complete three general practice training terms (18 months FTE) as part of your core vocational training requirements. Generally, placement is for at least one term, and up to two terms (26–52 calendar weeks).
During GPT1, 2, 3 and your extended skills training term, we expect you to have exposure to
This will prepare you for working across the breadth of Australian general practice. In most cases, these requirements for diversity of practice can be achieved by training in more than one training site. For more information, refer to the section on Training placements - Practice diversity.
Refer to the section on Program time for the definitions of full-time and part-time training.
As an ADF registrar we recognise that you have a unique training experience and need to complete your training program and the requirements for Fellowship while also fulfilling your ADF duties. The ADF Guide explains the specifics of general practice terms for ADF registrars.
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