The RACGP has revamped its educational support scheme for IMG doctors who are attempting to gain fellowship outside the Australian General Practice Training program.

Known as the Practice Experience Program, it offers “self-directed education” to doctors through a mix of online learning activities and workplace-based assessments. 

It was launched two years ago amid fears that non-registrars were being left to flounder with little support or supervision while being expected to attain fellowship. 

Signing up to the program, which costs $2000 for each six-month term, also means they access VR-level Medicare rebates.