RACGP
GPs in Training

1800 472 247
gpit@racgp.org.au

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RACGP
GPs in Training

1800 472 247
gpit@racgp.org.au

Join RACGP GPs in Training Facebook group 
The RACGP > Faculties > RACGP GPs in Training
Last updated 10 August 2026

About us

Early career GPs, including students and doctors interested in general practice, current trainees and recent fellows are the future of health care in our communities.

The RACGP National Faculty for GPs in Training (GPiT) is here to help that future become reality.

The GPiT faculty was created to support medical students, pre-vocational doctors, Registrars, and New Fellows throughout their early career journey.

One of the main ways we do this is through our Faculty Council, who lead internal advocacy efforts informed by member feedback.

The Faculty Council consists of members who are registrars or new fellows, who serve as a specialised representative for each state, territory, training pathway or member demographic.

Many of our council representatives hold positions on other councils across the RACGP. Additionally, our Faculty Chair sits on the RACGP Board of Directors – ensuring your voice is heard across all levels of the college.

In addition to our internal advocacy work, we also represent the perspectives of GPs in Training through our contributions to discussions that directly shape national health policies and the RACGP’s position on contemporary issues.

Peer support service – Registrar Liaison Officers (RLOs)

Coordinated by the GPiT faculty, the College’s Registrar Liaison Officers (RLOs) are your go-to peer support service. There are over 30 RLOs working across the different training regions, each of whom is a current registrar with a wealth of experience to share.

Find your RLO

You can find their contact information in the TMS or under the Registrar Liaison Officer section of this website.

Exclusive activities and events for members

Throughout the year, the GPiT faculty runs a variety of specialised activities and events to support your professional development and connect you with colleagues.

To keep up to date with the latest events and activities for members, join our Facebook group.

Need support but unsure where to start?

Help is always available but sometimes it isn’t always clear who you should reach out to for certain matters. To assist, we have put together some resources to help.
 

GP Reg Handover Guide

The GP Reg Handover Guide is a practical and evolving resource, informed by registrar experience and feedback that aims to complement (but not replace) official training policy and guidance.

This guide is intended to be a handy resource in the initial weeks (and beyond) of your GP training journey and is relevant to registrars from all training pathways.

Note that registrars should always refer to the College's official resources, handbooks and policies for definitive information. Where inconsistencies occur, RACGP official guidance takes precedence.

You can download the GP Reg Handover Guide here.

GP Training Support guide

We have created a guide to help you find the right support service when you need it. Here, you’ll find information about all the different services available to you, as well as the specific types of support they can provide.

You can download the GP Training Support guide or, alternatively, view the summary below.

Reminder, contact information for each specific service can be found in the TMS.
 

Training Coordinator (TC):

  • Focus: go-to-person for support, administration & coordination
  • Works closely with MEs
  • Contact for training program requirements – e.g. placements, education hours, exam eligibility – and maintains training records

Medical Educator (ME):

  • Focus: education
  • RACGP fellow
  • Teaching and education, mentoring and advice (particularly where clinical experience is required), exam support and remediation
  • May also have supervision and ECTV experience
  • Supports professional development for training practices and supervisors

Registrar Medical Educator (RME):

  • Focus: training and education
  • RACGP registrar
  • Supports MEs to deliver the training program locally

National GPs in Training (GPiT) Faculty

  • Focus: Represents medical students, pre-vocational doctors, registrars and new fellows
  • Advocates within the RACGP to improve GP training and ensure registrars’ concerns are addressed
  • The GPiT Council is elected by members and the GPiT Chair sits on the Board of the RACGP

Registrar Liaison Officer (RLO):

  • Focus: registrar peer support
  • Current RACGP registrar
  • Liaison between stakeholders including the practice, supervisor, registrar and training team
  • Provide feedback to the RACGP regarding training experiences including policies / processes and areas of concern for registrars
  • Provide wellbeing support and pastoral care to registrars
  • Reports to the GPiT Faculty

Practice Manager Liaison Officer (PMLO):

  • As for RLO but for practice manager

Supervisor Liaison Officer (SLO):

  • As for RLO but for supervisors

General Practice Registrars Australia (GPRA):

  • Focus: Training and employment issues, contracts, remuneration, setting/reviewing the national employment terms and conditions (NTCER)
  • The national independent peak body for future GPs/RGs established by registrars for registrars
  • Role is to promote and attract early career doctors to general practice, advocacy and to provide additional employment advisory, education and exam preparation assistance

Who can join?

Joining the RACGP National Faculty for GPs in Training is free, and open to any RACGP member who satisfies the following criteria:

  • Medical students and pre-vocational doctors interested in General Practice training;
  • Any doctor on a recognised pathway towards fellowship;
  • New Fellows within the first 5 years of Fellowship.

How to join the faculty

Before you can sign up to the National Faculty for GPs in Training, you will need to be or become a member of the RACGP. To join, simply complete the form here.

As part of the membership application process, you can indicate that you wish to join our faculty. Selecting this option will automatically gain you access to all our services.

If you are already a member of the RACGP, please complete the webform below to join the GPiT faculty:

If you have any questions, please contact gpit@racgp.org.au

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