Comparison of Schemes
There are two schemes available to GPs who are returning to practice after absence. Please see the table below for more information.
Question |
Refresher |
Retention |
| Who it is aimed at | Out of GP for more than 2 years | Educational programme to bridge flexible working, less than 2 years out of practice |
| What type of practice | Training practice | Approved by Health Education England SW or Training practice |
| Salary level | A bursary of £3,500 full time equivalent, on a monthly pro rata basis is available. | Negotiated with practice. An annual bursary of up to £4,000 is available to assist with the cost of indemnity cover, professional expenses and CPD needs. |
| Salary reimbursed | Not applicable | Approximately 25% per session |
| MDU/MPS reimbursed? | No | Bursary available to assist with costs |
| Number of sessions per week | Minimum 4, maximum 9, to allow time to reflect on learning needs | 1-4 |
| Length of scheme | 6 months in practice whole time equivalent | Up to 5 years, renewed annually |
| How to apply for scheme |
Through the GP NRO website |
Richard Sloman at the Peninsula Post Graduate Medical Education School of Primary Care |
| End points | Various assessments throughout training | 5 years permitted on the scheme |
| Training grant payable? | Yes | No |
For more information regarding the schemes, please see the menu on the left. Alternatively if you have any questions please contact Richard Sloman.