Becoming a general practice trainer: experience of higher preparatory training

Area of Science:

• Medical Education
• Professional Development

Background:

• Current basic training for general practice trainers often falls short of expected professional standards.
• University-accredited teaching fellowships are increasingly common, with some mandating participation.

Purpose of the Study:

• To assess participant acceptance of a mandatory professional development course for general practice trainers.
• To identify key factors for successful implementation of such mandatory training.

Main Methods:

• A mandatory professional development course was implemented for general practice trainers.
• Participant feedback and acceptance rates were evaluated.

Main Results:

• The mandatory course was generally well-accepted by participants.
• Efficient organizational infrastructure was identified as crucial for program success.

Conclusions:

• Mandatory professional development courses can be successfully implemented and accepted within general practice training.
• Effective organizational support is essential for the successful delivery of mandatory training programs.