membership benefits - individuals

Professional development tutorial for members of Bristol GP Education

A 1:1 tutorial of between 45 minutes and 1 hour is offered free to 2013 members of Bristol GP Education (£60 to non members).

This can take place in the GP’s practice, home, or, by prior arrangement, at Engineers' House.

Possible areas of focus:

Note that this list is not exhaustive and that more than one area can be addressed during the tutorial.

• Appraisal preparation. This might include guidance in filling in the appraisal toolkit so as to respond to the most up to date appraisal guidelines; advice on what documents to attach; support with reflection etc
• Post appraisal discussion. This could look at how best to meet the learning needs you have identified in your appraisal and/or what direction your professional development will take over the coming year
• Personal and professional support. A tutorial can be used to explore peer support mechanisms available to as to identify what might be most useful for you (eg small group, mentoring relationship, larger professional group etc). Part or all of the time can also be used as a mentoring session, should you wish.
• Career development. Should you be at a point where you are considering the future direction of your career, the tutorial may be used to look at any of the following: maximising your chances when applying for a partnership; the GP retainer scheme; developing a ‘portfolio career’; pursuing a special medical interest; the implications and practicalities of changing your status as a GP (eg from salaried to locum etc).

For more details or to book a session, please email Jo Hennessy.