Scottish GP Trainer Entry Course (GPTEC)

The GP Trainers Entry Course (GP TEC) has been specifically developed for those Scottish GPs wishing to become GP Educational Supervisors. This course is a mandatory requirement for those wishing to achieve Approved GP Trainer status.

Each course takes place over a period of 5 weeks and delegates are required to sign-up to and complete all components of their chosen course. It involves 3 small group sessions, the first two taking place online via Adobe Connect and the third being face-to-face. As well as these sessions, delegates will be expected to complete online modules prior to  session 1 and session 2.

Courses will be available throughout the year with the face-to-face session for each cohort rotating between different locations to allow more flexibility and access.

Target audience & eligibility

We are keen to encourage any GP who has an interest in education to consider becoming an Educational Supervisor. There are however eligibility criteria which must be met i.e. you must:

1. Have a MRCGP qualification or equivalent postgraduate GP qualification.
2. Have been working a minimum two years post CCT.
3. Work a minimum of four GP sessions per week
4. Have support from their practice colleagues to becoming an Educational Supervisor
5. Have completed the initial TDC Trainer Workshop within 5 years prior to booking
6. Hold a certificate confirming up to date equality and Diversity training
7. Commit to become an Educational Supervisor and use the skills acquired
8. Meet with their TPD for approval

Course aim

To help General Practitioners to develop the skills required to become GP Educational Supervisors

Learning Objectives

• On completion of the course the participant will have:
• An understanding of the structure of GP training in Scotland
• Awareness of what is required to establish a good learning environment in primary care
• An understanding of their role as an Educational Supervisor
• Knowledge of how to provide trainee centred educational supervision
• Practical knowledge of Workplace Based Assessments
• An understanding of differential attainment and what needs to be in place to allow equity of training
• Skills to provide effective feedback to a GP Trainee

Cost

There is a charge of £350 for the GPTEC course.  Payment must be made upon booking by credit or debit card only.

Cancellations and refunds: Please note that full automated refunds can be generated by TURAS Learn for cancellations up to 4 weeks prior to the course.  Within 4 weeks of the course dates, refunds may be given in exceptional circumstances only.  NES reserves the right to remove anyone from a course, without the offer of a refund, if they are unable to fully participate or if deadlines for completion of modules are not met.  To be eligible for a certificate, full attendance is required.  We request that delegates should not be on call or otherwise committed during the course.  Failure to fully participate on the course may result in you being removed from the course.

Availability and Booking

To check on availability, dates and for booking links, please visit this link TDC – GP Entry Trainers Course