Do I need to be part of a GTP to train? If so how do I find one?

Identifying a General Training Programme

Yes. All FSRH Registered Trainers provide training within a FSRH General Training Programme. 

It is recommended that you contact your local General Training Programme Director (GTPD) at an early stage to discuss your interest in becoming a FSRH Registered Trainer. 

FRTs do not necessarily need to work in the same service / practice as the GTPD. You need a GTPD to support your application and to confirm that they will accept into their GTP. Part of the GTPD’s role is to support and encourage new FRTs and it is the GTPD who ultimately has the responsibility to approve your application. If you do not know who your potential GTPD is, the FSRH office can assist.  

If you are not already known to the GTPD it is likely that there will be an additional local assessment process before the GTPD is able to support your application. The FSRH has produced a suggested template for GTPDs to follow when assessing FRT applications and this can be found on our website. You can find and contact your local GTPD via the ‘Find a Trainer map’ on our website