Become a Rural Generalist with the RACGP


 

Become a Rural Generalist with the RACGP


 

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Last updated 28 March 2024

Whether you’re just starting your GP journey, a GP-in-training or a Fellowed GP, we can help you reach your Rural Generalist aspirations.
As Australia’s largest and longest serving provider of rural general practice education and training, we understand the needs of rural doctors.

What’s a Rural Generalist?

Rural Generalists provide valuable healthcare to rural communities. They’re GPs with emergency medicine experience who extend their scope of practice  in a particular discipline(s) to deliver general practice and other non-general practice specialist services.

Why choose the RACGP?

When you train with us to become a Rural Generalist, you’ll enjoy a highly supported, personalised and flexible training program, tailored to meet your needs.

You’ll benefit from:

  • Flexible training pathways
  • Diverse training opportunities
  • One-on-one guidance and support
  • High quality and relevant education
  • Extensive clinical resources
  • Expansive skills training posts
  • Opportunities to nurture your specific interests with like-minded peers

How can you become a Rural Generalist?

Rural Generalist Fellowship
Additional Rural Skills Training     

Access ARST options and curriculums

Core emergency medicine training

Emergency medicine training requirements

Pre-2022

Rural Generalist Trainees

Access ARST options and curriculums for trainees who commenced rural generalist training prior to 2022

Community project

Find out more about the community project, a requirement for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health ARST posts

Workplace-based assessments

See the workplace-based assessments required for your training. 

Recognition of Prior Learning and Experience

Find out about recognition of prior learning and experience (RPLE)

We’re here to help.

Contact us today to discuss how we can help you get your Rural Generalist journey started.

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