GP Training Incentives
The Australian General Practice Training (AGPT) program is not only comprehensive, flexible and fast, it is also funded by the Australian Government.
Not only is it funded, but as a GP Registrar you earn as you learn, with your salary increasing as you move through the various stages of training.
Furthermore, the Australian Government provides some generous financial incentives for Registrars who train in rural and remote medical areas.
For more information about the financial incentives available, visit www.agpt.com.au
- General Practice Rural Incentive Payments Scheme (GPRIPS):
The General Practice Rural Incentive Payments Scheme (GPRIPS) provides financial incentives for registrars who undertake part of their General Practice training in rural and remote locations. These incentives are generous and are based on a sliding scale and are paid according to the ASGC-RA 2-5 location and the length of time in a rural location.
Both general pathway and rural pathway registrars are eligible for GPRIPS incentives dependent upon the location and duration of their RA 2-5 placement.
For full details about this incentive scheme visit the Doctor Connect website (www.doctorconnect.gov.au) and enter the term ‘GPRIP’ into the site’s search engine or visit the AGPT website (www.agpt.com.au) or contact your local training provider.
- HECS Reimbursement Scheme:
The HECS Reimbursement Scheme is another financial incentive offered by the Federal Government. Under this scheme, your medical school HECS debt is reimbursed for each full year of training or medical service you undertake in a RA 2-5 location. Any questions relating to the scheme should be directed to Medicare Australia on 1800 010 550 or visit www.health.gov.au/hecs
- Additional Support
Many Regional Training Providers offer additional support to registrars training in their region which may include financially based incentives. Contact the providers you are interested in training with to find out more about their support policy.