How do I apply to become a GTPD?

We are pleased that you are interested in becoming a GTPD!

Your first step would be to make sure that you meet the below requirements.

Requirements to be a GTPD (Person Specification):

A GTPD must

•  be a current FRT with at least 3 years’ experience as an FRT 
•  be a member of the FSRH with all primary qualifications: FFSRH/MFSRH/DFSRH and LoC IUT and LoC SDI
•  have up to date Letter of Competencies in Intrauterine Techniques and Subdermal Contraceptive Implant Techniques Insertion and Removal LoCs
•  be actively involved in clinical sexual and reproductive healthcare, training, and education (undertaking 2 or more sessions in SRH per week, or equivalent - as a guide, 9 SRH consultations in general practice would ordinarily count as one session)
•  be prepared and have time to carry out all the duties of a GTPD as defined by the FSRH.
•  not be the subject of any serious managerial or clinical complaints when they apply for the role and to inform the FSRH if such a situation arises.

Access the General Training Programme Registration Handbook* for the relevant forms for the appointment, resignation and recognition of a new GTPD. Form A is for the "Application as a General Training Programme Director". Please read the notes carefully before completing the documentation and sending the relevant completed form/s to: The Education & Development Manager (General Training) at support@FSRH.org

*This pack contains the information about the organisation and governance of the FSRH General Training Programmes (currently the FSRH Diploma and Letters of Competence), including Peripatetic General Training Programmes, as well as descriptions of the roles of the General Training Programme Director (GTPD) and, when applicable, the Associate General Training Programme Director.