2026.2 placement process

The 2026.2 placement process has officially opened. Be sure to note the important dates in your calendar and keep an eye out for further updates and next steps. 

Apply now to join the RACGP Expert Committee

Here’s your chance to have a real impact on Australia’s future GP workforce. We need your expertise to help ensure frontline GP insights are ingrained in our national strategy. 

The new RACGP Expert Committee – GP workforce is seeking expressions of interest to join as Chair or as a Committee member. 

Strengthen the RACGP’s national leadership role in shaping a sustainable GP workforce by monitoring workforce trends, risks and reform opportunities. 

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander GPs, rural and remote GPs, international medical graduates and those with relevant experience.

2026.1 ReCEnT project

Discussing your registrar's ReCEnT report is one of the most important steps to help them reflect on their practice, inform their learning plan and identify areas for improvement. 

Why it matters 

The Registrar Clinical Encounters in Training (ReCEnT) report shows what patient exposure your registrar might be missing, helping you both plan future placements, learning opportunities and exam preparation more effectively. You can use one of your scheduled teaching sessions to take your registrar through the report. 

What happens next 

If your registrar is required to complete ReCEnT in 2026.1, they'll receive an email from ReCEnT online with instructions on how to complete their encounter forms and the due date. 

All registrars in NSW, Vic, ACT, Tas, SA, WA, NW Qld and SE Qld are participating this semester.

For more information on the ReCEnT project and how to use the registrar report, visit our website. 

Make the most of ReCEnT – new CPD for supervisors

A new CPD-accredited course is now live on gplearning. 

'Introduction to ReCEnT and the registrar feedback report' is designed to help supervisors: 

• interpret registrar feedback reports with confidence 

• support registrar training and guide reflective learning 

• enhance mentorship skills. 

Developed collaboratively by GP Training and Education and General Practice Training Research, with input from GP supervisors and medical educators, this course is a practical tool to make the most of ReCEnT in your supervision. 

To access the course, type ‘recent’ into the new search tool on gplearning and self-enrol.  

Registrar exam planning

Enrolments open for the 2026.1 Clinical Competency Exam (CCE)
Enrolments for the CCE are open, closing 11.59 pm (AEDT), Monday 23 March 2026. 
 

2026.2 Applied Knowledge Test (AKT) and Key Feature Problem (KFP) exams 

Enrolments for the AKT/KFP exams open 9.00 am (AEDT), Thursday 26 March and close 11.59 pm (AEST), Thursday 23 April 2026. 

A new Self-Assessment Progress Test (SAPT) will be available from 9 March via the Exam preparation toolkit on gplearning. SAPTs draw on past exam questions and cases to help registrars identify learning needs, assess clinical reasoning and improve written exam skills. 

An AKT/KFP information video featuring Dr Sharnti Caulley (AKT National Assessment Advisor), and Dr Emilie Pitter (KFP National Assessment Advisor) will be released on 6 May. Registrars can submit questions by 8 April via the Exam preparation toolkit. 

How you can help 

Please encourage your registrar to discuss their exam plans with you so you can actively support their preparation. You may wish to use a scheduled teaching session to review SAPT results and incorporate outcomes into their learning plan. 

For exam dates, enrolments and eligibility requirements, visit the RACGP website. 

Incentive payments available from 2026.1

Three government incentive payments are available from 2026.1 to support registrars’ transition from the hospital sector to GP training.

Salary incentive (GPT1 only): Registrars undertaking their first six-month core general practice training term (GPT1) may be eligible to receive $5000 (FTE) per month. 

In addition to the GPT1 salary incentive, registrars may be able to access the following payments during training: 

Study leave incentive: Registrars can access up to five days (FTE) per training year for exam preparation and professional development, paid at NTCER base rates + 12% super + 10% loading. 

To be eligible, study leave must be arranged with their employer in advance as unpaid leave. Payments are made monthly in arrears and unused leave does not accrue. 

Parental leave incentive: Primary carers can receive up to 20 weeks (FTE). Secondary carers can receive up to two weeks. Payments are based on NTCER rates + 12% super + 10% loading. 

All payments are pro-rated for part-time registrars and are administered by the RACGP on behalf of Services Australia. Registrars are responsible for managing their own taxation and superannuation obligations. 

Registrars’ training coordinators can guide them in how to access these incentive payments. Eligibility criteria are available via the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing’s GP Training Incentive Payments webpage and the AGPT Registrar Handbook.  

Registrar planning to change their work hours?

If your registrar is thinking about changing their working hours during their current placement, please encourage them to contact their training coordinator as soon as possible. We require 20 days' notice to process any changes, whether it's an increase or decrease in hours. 

All changes to training hours must be recorded in the TMS, as they may impact training payments.  

Supervision arrangements during leave

If you need to take planned or unplanned leave that will impact supervision of your registrar, please get in touch with your training coordinator to discuss leave coverage. 

We understand that every leave situation is different, so we'll work with you to create a plan that meets the needs of both you and your registrar. 

For more information about managing leave, visit the Supervisor Leave page in the TMS under Forms, Documents & Links. 

Supporting registrar wellbeing during training

An important part of your role as a supervisor is to support your registrar’s wellbeing. You can do this by checking in on how they are coping regularly and if they are struggling, directing them to their own GP and the  RACGP Wellbeing Hub. The hub is a collection of resources and support services curated for GPs in training.  It includes support for health and wellbeing concerns, financial and medico-legal matters, disability and much more. 

You should also reach out to your RACGP training team for support if you identify wellbeing concerns in your registrar.  

Encouraging registrars to access support early can help them manage stress, build resilience, and thrive throughout their training. 

Join the GPiT Wellbeing Committee – EOIs now open

The RACGP is now inviting expressions of interest (EOIs) from registrars and supervisors to join the GPiT Wellbeing Committee in 2026. Members play a vital role in shaping initiatives that support the safety, psychological wellbeing, and training experience of GPs in training nationwide. 

While this opportunity is open to all registrars and supervisors, we particularly encourage applications from those who: 

• identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and/or 

• are located in the NT, SA, ACT, or remote and rural communities. 

Applications close 5 March 2026. Please submit your EOI and resume to: GPiT@racgp.org.au. 

Adverse event reporting

All AGPT registrars, supervisors and training sites are required to report adverse events (including critical incidents) to the RACGP. 

How to report 

Adverse events are reported through the Adverse Event Management portal on the training management system (TMS) homepage. 

Once submitted, training coordinators (and in some cases medical educators) will receive a notification. The report is only visible to relevant RACGP team members who will assist in managing the event's impacts. 

Need more information? 

For step-by-step instructions, refer to the reporting adverse events via the TMS guidance document. For guidance on what constitutes an adverse event and reporting requirements, visit our website.  

Help us spread the word – 2027 AGPT applications open

Australia needs a strong general practice workforce – and you can help inspire the next generation.  

If you know someone who would make an excellent GP or Rural Generalist, please encourage them to apply for the 2027 AGPT Program. 

Applications close Tuesday 14 April 2026. 

Meet Dr Ishani Kaluthotage 

Ishani has built a rewarding career driven by her passion for supporting communities in need all over the world. Watch her story to see where general practice can lead. 

 We’re out there spreading the word 

The Become a GP team has already attended more than 60 hospital intern orientations across urban and rural Australia this year, with additional GP training information sessions planned throughout March and April. We look forward to welcoming the next generation into the profession and are here to guide them every step of the way. 

Prospective applicants can find helpful resources on our website. If your colleagues need assistance or have questions, please direct them to becomeagp@racgp.org.au or 1800 472 247. 

Register now for Storylines webinar series

Whether you're seeking to enhance your clinical skills or eager to learn more about Australia's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and cultures, Storylines promises a journey of learning and connection. 

Join us to weave together clinical knowledge and cultural understanding, enriching your practice and personal growth. Don't miss this opportunity to expand your horizons – register now and be part of this transformative educational journey. 

View the session details and register here 

Evidence in practice

Telehealth and the GP learning environment: risks, rewards and opportunities 

A recently published study led by the RACGP’s GP Training Research team has explored how the rapid adoption of telehealth reshaped the general practice learning environment.  

Key findings 

• Telehealth disrupted in-consultation supervisory support, often delaying immediate feedback for learning  

• Reduced face-to-face consultations meant less opportunity for hands-on learning  

• There were opportunities to develop communication, history taking and safety-netting skills  

• Limited telehealth training became an opportunity for shared learning between registrars and educators   

Why it matters 

The rapid shift to telehealth impacted the learning experiences of registrars and educational dynamics in training practices. This study explores these changes and highlights why further telehealth training is key to supporting supervision and learning during telehealth consultations.  

Want to know more? 

• Read the published research paper in Medical Education 

• Listen to the free audio recording of the manuscript on the Medical Education podcast   

• Read the article in newsGP  

• Get in touch with the RACGP’s GP Training Research team 

Wellbeing Hub

Explore the RACGP Wellbeing Hub for tailored wellbeing resources designed to support members.

 

Contact us

If you have any questions about the information in this newsletter, please contact your local training team.