Primary Care EducationWhat we do:
Primary Care EducationSupporting neurodivergent learners to thrive on GP placements.DescriptionTuesday 24 November 2026 - 13:00-14:00 · Tuesday 20 April 2027 – 13:00-14:00 Online This online interactive CPD session will explore approaches to enhance engagement and confidence for neurodivergent learners. The session will provide opportunities to share good practice and discuss practical tips to support medical students to get the most out of their time in general practice. We will also reflect on support available for learners and useful resources for educators to consider when hosting students on placement.
Becoming an SSCT audit tutor information for new or interested tutorsDescriptionOnline Wednesday 2nd December 2026 13.00 – 14.00 Audits are a regular part of general practice and can provide valuable learning opportunities for students while supporting practice development. This 60-minute online course will explore how tutors can get involved with T year audit-based Student Selected Components (SSCTs) and the opportunities and challenges of delivering this teaching in clinical settings. It will provide guidance on developing suitable projects for your practice while also delivering meaningful education experiences for your students. The course is free to attend and open to all GPs teaching in a community or primary care setting. The course will be delivered by Dr Anna Castledine and Dr Emma Metters from the Primary Care Education teaching team at City St George’s University of London. Further information and joining links will be sent prior to the event.
Effective Supervision Tips for SSCT Audit TutorsDescriptionOnline Wednesday 10th February 2027 Wednesday 28th April 2027 13.00 – 14.00 This 60-minute online course is for GP tutors who have signed up to supervise SSCT audit projects. We will consider top tips for how tutors can best guide students through each stage of the audit and assessment process, from initial contact and project planning to writing proposals, organising data collection, reviewing posters and marking final submissions. The session will be interactive and provide an opportunity to discuss common challenges encountered. We will explore strategies to improve supervision, enhance communication and strengthen project quality and value. The aim is to help tutors deliver successful SSCTs projects whilst maximising student learning and benefit to the practice. The course is free to attend and open to all GPs teaching in a community or primary care setting. The course will be delivered by Dr Anna Castledine and Dr Emma Metters from the Primary Care Education teaching team at City St George’s University of London. Certificates of attendance will be sent after the course. These can be used as CPD for your annual appraisal.
GATE: Georges Academic Teaching Essentials CourseDescription· Tuesday 22 September 2026 – 09:30-12:30 · Wednesday 18 November 2026 – 13:45-16:45 · Wednesday 13 January 2027 – 13:45-16:45 · Wednesday 17 March 2027 – 13:45-16:45 · Wednesday 12 May 2027 – 13:45-16:45 · Wednesday 21 July 2027 – 13:45-16:45 Please select your preferred date when booking. In-person at City St George's, University of London (Tooting Campus) This course is an introduction to teaching and covers the essentials of learning, teaching, assessment and feedback.
Supporting Students in DifficultyDescription· Wednesday 21 October 2026- 13:00 - 14:00 · Wednesday 20 January 2027- 13:00-14:00 Location: Online via MS Teams This interactive lunchtime session is designed for GP tutors and focuses on how to identify and support students who are struggling during their placements. The session will discuss key indicators of students in difficulty, such as issues with clinical performance and professionalism, as well as causes of difficulty including stress, financial pressures, mental health issues and neurodivergence. We will explore practical strategies for offering support, and guidance on how and when to escalate concerns.
Tips for Teaching in a Busy GP ClinicDescriptionTuesday 8 September 2026 -13.00 – 14.00 · Tuesday 23 February 2027 -13:00-14:00 MS Teams. Further information and joining links will be sent prior to the event. This 60-minute interactive online course is designed to explore some of the challenges you may face as a clinical teacher during a busy GP clinic and provide practical guidance based on educational theory to help you deliver meaningful educational experiences for your students
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Cranmer Terrace
London SW17 0RE
020 8672 9944
General enquiries
St George's, University of London
Cranmer Terrace
London SW17 0RE
020 8672 9944
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