GPRA IMG/OTD Education Series 2026 (April to June 26)
Essential insights for your general practice/rural generalism
Arrive, Survive & Thrive in the Australian Health System
Are you an International Medical Graduate (IMG)/Overseas Trained Doctor (OTD) preparing to work, train, and succeed in Australian general practice?
General Practice Registrars Australia (GPRA) presents its IMG/OTD Education Series 2026, designed to support IMGs/OTDs with essential health system knowledge, practical skills, and confidence-building guidance.
Informed by IMGs/OTDs, and led by an experienced IMG/OTD Medical Educator, this online affordable education series provides:
- Expert insights from a peer,
- Practical strategies, and
- Tailored support to help you navigate the Australian healthcare system, progress through your GP/RG training, and prepare for exams with confidence.
Choose from a
- 4-part Standard Package Register OR
- new 8-part Deluxe Package Register GPRA’s most comprehensive and personalised IMG education offering to date.
- The Deluxe package offers additional individual and group sessions, supported by an ME, so you can refine your clinical, communication and patient management skills as well as strengthen your confidence and self care.
This series is professional development designed specifically for you.
Who should attend
- About to commence GP training
- Early in their GP training pathway
- Seeking to better understand the Australian healthcare system
Applicable to candidates training with:
- Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP)
- Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM)
- Remote Vocational Training Scheme (RVTS)
How much?
$300 – GPRA members
$400 – Non-members
Deluxe Package (8 weeks)
$600 (includes Standard Package) – GPRA members only: Exceptional value for a personalised exam preparation experience.
Why choose GPRA?
- Delivered by educators with lived IMG/OTD experience
- Practical, supportive, and culturally aware learning
- Focused on confidence, communication, and wellbeing
Choose your learning pathway
Standard Package
Foundational knowledge & system understanding
A structured 4-part webinar series designed to introduce you to the Australian healthcare system and support early GP training.
– Understanding how the Australian health system works
– Foundations for effective documentation and communication
– Guidance on GP/RG training pathways and exams
– Live interactive sessions with Q&A
– Suitable for all GP/RG training pathways
Standard Package dates: 14 April, 21 April, 28 April, 5 May 2026
Full Standard Package details will be provided upon registration.
Ideal for: IMGs/OTDs who are new to Australian general practice or early in their training journey.
Deluxe Package
Personalised learning & enhanced support (recommended)
Book the Standard Package, plus additional personalised learning delivered over an extended period.
– Enhanced, personalised IMG-focused learning experience
– Aligned to College GP clinical training criteria
– Delivers an exclusive four-week learning experience, featuring expertly curated topics led by a specialised facilitator. Intimate small-group sessions provide personalised guidance, allowing you to refine your skills through deliberate practice in a highly supportive, professional setting. This elevated experience is designed to enhance your expertise, build lasting confidence, and ensure meaningful, high-quality growth.
Deluxe Package dates: 12 May – 2 June 2026
Full Deluxe Package details will be provided upon registration.
Ideal for: IMGs/OTDs seeking more tailored support, deeper learning, and long-term professional confidence.
Register now
Take the next step in your Australian general practice journey with GPRA’s IMG/OTD Education Series – and choose the Deluxe Package for a more personalised experience.
Places are limited for Deluxe Package participants. Register early to secure your spot.
A second series will run in September 2026. Register your interest for priority access below.
Places are limited for Deluxe Package participants. Register early to secure your spot.
A second series will run in September 2026. Register your interest for priority access below.
