Following the closure of the national GP Fellowship Programme in 2024, the Training Hub are offering a 12-month programme available to newly qualified GPs in Cornwall, funded by the Cornwall Isles of Scilly Integrated Care Board.
GP New to Practice Programme
A rolling programme of support and funding for eligible New to Practice GPs over 12 months who:
- have qualified (CCT) within the last 12 months AND
- working in, or about to start an employed role (salaried or partner) within General Practice in Cornwall AND
- is employed for a minimum of 4 sessions per week within the Practice.
The programme provides funding for a contribution towards 2 hours per week of Protected Learning Time which should be used to support the GPs Personal Development and Practice or PCN Development plans by undertaking activities such as:
- Participating in Facilitated Peer Support (online) sessions (Required)
- Working on Quality Improvement Projects which fit with the practice or PCN development plans (any associated training fees would need to be met by the GP or the employing practice)
- Access up to 12 sessions with a qualified and an EMCC accredited GP Mentor for the duration of the programme
- Attending self-development training courses delivered by Cornwall Primary Care Training Hub, for example Leadership Skills
- Time spent undertaking Bespoke Learning and Development activities, such as shadowing members of staff within the Practice/PCN/Speciality Teams.
- Participation in Clinical Supervision
Funded Protected Learning Time should NOT be used for:
- Compliance or core mandatory / statutory training (e.g. Bluestream, Elearning for Health)
- Induction training with your practice
- Practice meetings you are required to attend as part of your duties (e.g. MDT meetings)
To register for the GP New to Practice 12-month Programme please complete the registration form here.