Progress in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health training--an evaluation of the implementation of the GPET framework

Abstract

Background: The General Practice Education and Training (GPET) board endorsed a framework for general practice training in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health in September 2003. Training that conforms with the framework is required for accreditation of regional training providers.

Objective: This paper describes the first evaluation of the implementation of this framework by reporting on the extent to which seven key result areas (KRAs) of the framework have been addressed.

Discussion: The KRAs concerning delivery of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander training and recruitment and support of training posts were well achieved, while those concerning organisational and systems issues required further action. Good progress has been made towards implementation of the framework. Adequate funding and ongoing commitment to respectful and practical partnerships with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community controlled sector are required to further this.