We support GPs who supervise medical students and contribute to training the next generation of doctors. Our network provides comprehensive resources, training, and ongoing support to make clinical supervision rewarding and sustainable.
We offer evidence-based supervision training, practical workshops, and flexible online modules developed specifically for busy general practices and general practitioners. With support from the UTAS Clinical Schools, we help practices build confidence and skills in student supervision while maintaining efficient patient care.
We aim to strengthen Tasmania's medical workforce by creating positive placement experiences that inspire students to pursue careers in general practice. Through collaborative learning, peer support, and recognition of teaching excellence, we're building a community of skilled clinical supervisors across northern Tasmania
What do we do?
Build supervision confidence through practical training
Our comprehensive online modules cover essential supervision skills from first steps through to managing difficult conversations. Each module takes 20-30 minutes and provides immediate, actionable strategies you can implement in your practice.
Support practices throughout the student journey
From preparing for your first student to managing complex supervision challenges, we provide tools, templates, and guidance tailored to general practice realities. Our resources help you integrate teaching seamlessly into your clinical workflow.
Create sustainable teaching practices
We recognise that supervision happens alongside patient care. Our evidence-based framework, including wave consulting, graduated participation models, and micro-teaching techniques, help you engage students meaningfully without extending your day.
Foster excellence in clinical education
Access our core training modules:
- First Steps in Supervision - Understanding student levels, creating psychological safety, and balancing clinical oversight
- Orientation and Setting Expectations - Moving beyond the practice tour to establish productive learning relationships
- Feedback Strategies - Using the R2C2 model and One-Minute Preceptor for effective, time-efficient feedback
- Difficult Conversations - Applying the DEEP framework to navigate challenging supervision moments
- Presentation skills - Beyond bullet points: Making learning stick
Why get involved?
Professional development and CPD - all modules and workshops provide CPD points. Supervision itself contributes to your professional development requirements while keeping your clinical skills sharp through teaching.
Revitalise your practice - students bring fresh perspectives, current evidence-based knowledge, and enthusiasm that energises practice teams. Many supervisors report that teaching reignites their passion for general practice.
Practical support and resources - access supervision toolkits, assessment guides, student engagement strategies, and peer support networks. We provide the scaffolding so you can focus on teaching.
Financial recognition - practices receive payment for student placements, acknowledging the valuable contribution you make to medical education.
Shape future colleagues - your supervision directly influences whether students choose general practice. You're not just teaching - you're recruiting the next generation of GPs to Tasmania.
Flexible engagement - choose your level of involvement from occasional student placements to regular teaching commitments. Our support scales to match your capacity and interest.
The Teaching and Learning Network connects you with a community of practice where experiences are shared, challenges become learning opportunities, and excellence in supervision is celebrated and supported.