Welcome to Bradford GP Training Scheme Induction Course 15th and 16th August 2013

Aims To help you to:  get an overview of the GP Specialist Training Scheme  identify how to make the most of the learning opportunities throughout the scheme  get to know your colleagues and the Programme Directors  have a good time

Objectives  Understand the MRCGP  Understand what educational courses are available  Understand what to expect from your posts and educational sessions  Explore ways to maximise your learning opportunities

Thursday morning  9.00 arrival and refreshments  9.30 Introduction to course and to each other  Break  What makes a good GP  MRCGP, scheme overview  Lunch break

Thursday afternoon  Learning styles and personality questionnaires (RM)  Break  Bring your GP posts to life  Reflection and evaluation  17.00Close

Friday morning  9.00 Opening session (prompt start!)  9.30 The difference between a hospital and GP doc  Bringing your hospital posts to life  tea and coffee  Reflective writing  Lunch break

Friday afternoon  14.00What’s it really like? Q&A with 2 trainees on the scheme  TPDs join in  Tea  16.00Final handouts; choosing your GP posts  Reflection and evaluation  Close

Organisation  If the fire alarm rings, there is a fire  Timetable tight – please don’t be late back from breaks  No need to take notes (unless it helps you concentrate) –  we will all Powerpoints to you  There will be a handout