Welcome to Bradford GP Training Scheme Induction Course 9th and 10th August 2012

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 9.30 Introduction to course and to each other Break MRCGP assessments, the e portfolio and our teaching programmes – (HB) Lunch break

Thursday afternoon Learning styles and personality questionnaires (RM) Break Working and learning in Bradford (how did I get here and how am I going to make the most of it?) Reflection and evaluation 17.00Close

Friday morning 9.00 Opening session (prompt start!) 9.30 Posts on the scheme and how to make the most of them Break Reflective writing Lunch break – enough time to get to the Mosque

Friday afternoon Your deepest fears and unanswered questions Whats it really like? Q&A with 2 trainees on the scheme Break 16.00Final handouts; choosing your GP posts Reflection and evaluation Close

Organisation If the fire alarm rings, there is a fire Timetable tight – please dont 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 Some sessions in 3 groups, Fri morning session in post groups. See lists for your groups and which rooms to go to