 
Training
Options...
There are three entry levels to GP specialty training programmes
although programmes commencing at ST2 or ST3 entry are limited. Those who
apply for a shorter training programme will be required provide evidence
that their previous experience will meet PMETB requirements for a CEGPR.
See www.pmetb.org.uk
ST1 - Entry to 1st year of 3 year training programme
Doctors completing foundation programme enter at this level
(this is sometimes referred to as "run-through" training). The make
up of these programmes can vary but all have to meet standards and content
laid down by PMETB. Many programmes now include 18 months in a GP based
post. Even if you have some experience in another specialty, you are able
to apply for an ST1 GP training programme since a broad mix of experience
is encouraged for general practice. It may be possible to construct a
training programme that doesn’t repeat specialties you have already done
although there are no guarantees.
ST2 - Entry to 2nd year
Doctors who already have 12 months experience that has been
approved for GP training and/or which meets PMETB requirements can apply
to enter a GP training programme in the 2nd year. The hospital
specialities on these programmes may be limited.
ST3 - Entry to 3rd year
There are very few opportunities to enter GP specialty training
at this entry level. Doctors who already have 24 months experience
that has been approved for GP training and/or meets the PMETB regulations,
can enter the final year of the GP training programme. This is
almost always based in a training practice.
Clinical Academic Fellowship Training Programme...
Are you interested in research? Or Medical Eduation? Or
Leadership? Then the Clinical Academic Fellowship GP training programme
may be just the thing for you.
Typically these programmes are 4 years in duration and 24 months of
this is spent based in a general practice and/or academic or research
activities. Linked to high quality GP training programmes in
Bristol, Cambridge, Keele, London, Manchester, Oxford and Southampton,
these academic programmes integrate with your clinical training and
provide a prestigious route to future academic posts.
Flexible (part-time) training...
Flexible training is also available
for those who have deanery approval for flexible funding. You are advised
to contact your local deanery for more information
Experienced Qualified GPs...
If you hold, or are eligible for a Certificate of Competence in
General Practice from another EEA country, you do not legally require
further training in general practice in the UK.
If you are a qualified, experienced GP from overseas, you should apply
to PMETB (www.pmetb.org.uk) under
Article 11 for a CEGPR.
Returning to General Practice?...
All deaneries welcome applications from doctors who are
returning to general practice after a break and Directors of GP Education
are able to fund such doctors for a period of training as a GP Registrar.
You are advised to contact your local deanery for more information.
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