About the AST
Advanced Specialised Training (AST) in Academic Practice unlocks endless possibilities in your medical career and encompasses a range of scholarly activities, from clinical care and research to teaching and leadership roles.
The AST in Acedemic Practice is tailored to meet the evolving needs of rural and remote General Practitioners, offering credibility, expanded medical horizons, research opportunities, advanced critical appraisal skills, and improved access to education and training resources.
Seize the opportunity to elevate your practice and make a lasting impact in healthcare.
Curriculum highlights / credentials
A Rural Generalist who completes the AST in Academic Practice can:
- work in a rurally orientated GP training organisation or university
- lead and contribute to rural research
- train and assess rural students and registrars
- develop educational resources
- contribute to curriculum, policy and standards development.
There is a dire need for good clinical teachers and researchers, especially in regional Australia, both to undertake research and to train the next generation in this vital discipline. I want to be one of those who makes a difference in this field. It is my initial goal to acquire the higher-level skills and knowledge to become an excellent teacher and ultimately to take up a lead position in a clinical organisation whilst teaching my peers.
Dr Revathy Carnagarin
Where you can complete this AST
Academic Practice AST training posts are accredited on a case-by-case basis prior to commencement of term and may be undertaken across one or more posts prospectively accredited by ACRRM. Suitable posts for the academic practice component may include:
- General practice training organisation
- Rural Clinical School
- University
The clinical practice may be undertaken in any ACRRM accredited Core Generalist Training Post, or other posts as approved by ACRRM.
Got a question about training?
You can call us on 1800 223 226 or contact the training team.