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NSW Rural Generalist Training Coordination Unit (RGTCU)
The NSW Rural Generalist Training Coordination Unit (RGTCU) provides a coordinated training pathway to rural generalism in NSW. Each year the RGTCU supports over 150 trainees in different stages of their RG journey.
Programs include;
- Australian Primary Care Prevocational Program (APCPP)- 10 week RG rotations in rural NSW working in primary care and a procedural hospital
- NSW Rural Generalist (Medical) Training Program (RGTP) - Four year supported RG pathway with 12-month Advanced Skills Training. Coordinates Advanced Skills Training positions for Doctors in Training for Anaesthetics, Obstetrics, Emergency Medicine, Palliative Care, Mental Health and Paediatrics
- NSW Rural General Practitioner Procedural Training Program - offers fellowed GPs flexible Advanced Skills Training opportunities in Surgery, Anaesthetics, Obstetrics, Emergency Medicine, Palliative Care, Mental Health and Paediatrics.
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NSW Rural Generalist (Medical) Training Program Pathway Entry
Foundations
Advanced Skills Training
Pathway entry points
The Rural Generalist Training Coordination Unit offers multiple entry points into a rural generalist pathway.
Doctors in Training (PGY1-PGY5) are eligible for the Australian Primary Care Prevocational Program (APCPP). This is a great opportunity to experience the life and work of a rural generalist over a 10 week rotation.
Doctors in Training (PGY2 or beyond) that are interested in Advanced Skills Training can join the Rural Generalist (Medical) Training Program (RGTP). This program offers two entry points known as Foundations or lateral entry. Trainees receive comprehensive and supportive training through their early career, Advanced Skills Training and transitioning to independent practice.
Fellowed GPs can apply for the General Practitioner Procedural Training Program (GPPTP) an ideal training opportunity for GPs seeking Advanced Skills Training or those GPs needing a flexible pathway to refresh and upskill a pre-existing advanced skill.
The RGEN25 conference was held in the Hunter Valley on 16-17 May 2025, with the theme 'Partnerships in Care: Excellence in Action'.
The event brought together Rural Generalist trainees (Foundations, Advanced Skills Training, transition and beyond), junior medical officers, medical students, rural health experts and educators - providing a great opportunity to connect, network, exchange ideas and establish lasting collaboration.
Training and career locations
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