About us
General Practice Supervision Australia (GPSA) is a membership organisation representing more than 10,000 people contributing to GP training nationwide. For over a decade, GPSA has been supported by the Australian Government as the peak body for supervision teams preparing the next generation of primary healthcare professionals..
We complement the vocational training delivered by RACGP and ACRRM, working with our members to identify gaps and develop best practice tools that integrate seamlessly with existing training programs.
GPSA represents not only GP supervisors but everyone involved in teaching within the practice team. Our mission is to support these educators as they guide medical students, prevocational doctors and GP registrars – the future of general practice.
Empowering our community
GPSA is focused on empowering the people and businesses responsible for training the next generation of GPs and RGs:
- with an online platform that facilitates a virtual community of practice
- by making best practice educational and HR/ administrative resources openly accessible
- by developing innovative teaching aids
- by offering a CPD recording service for Community members who attend our RACGP and ACRRM accredited live webinars
- by advocating on our members’ behalf to Commonwealth and state governments and across the GP training sector
- by entering into an MoU with General Practice Registrars Australia (GPRA) to develop joint advocacy positions and jointly explore opportunities for the benefit of the community
- by undertaking translational research to drive long-term improvements for training practices and supervisors
- by drawing on interactions with our members to shape policy
Championing and Supporting GP Supervisors
We serve as a powerful conduit between our members and key stakeholders including Commonwealth and state governments, GP specialty training colleges, universities, and peak bodies. Through these relationships, we ensure the voice of GP supervisors is heard in critical policy and training discussions. At the same time, we equip our members with the support, information, and free resources they need to thrive in their roles and strengthen the future of general practice.
VISION
As the pre-eminent body advocating for GP supervisors, GPSA is recognised as integral and indispensable to the highest quality delivery of training in general practice
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MISSION
Provide support and advocacy for GP supervisors and training practices – and ensure they receive recognition, respect and reward for the supervision they provide – to enable the realisation of a sustainable, high quality GP workforce to meet the health needs of the Australian community.
.Our Values
Compassion
We act with empathy and respect, ensuring that the needs and perspectives of others are acknowledged in all decisions and interactions.
Commitment
We uphold the highest standards of professionalism, demonstrating reliability and accountability in delivering on our responsibilities and objectives.
Collaboration
We foster a culture of partnership, valuing diverse expertise and working collectively to achieve outcomes that benefit all stakeholders.
Curiosity
We cultivate a mindset of inquiry and innovation, continually seeking knowledge and improvement to strengthen our impact and adapt to change.
Our Members
GPSA is a membership organisation representing approximately 10,000 contributors to GP/RG training. Membership is completely free, provides access to a virtual Community of Practice enhancing peer-to-peer connectivity and support. Our members, including GPs, RGs, practice owners, and practice managers, are dedicated to making clinical training in the GP environment the most effective way to ensure high-quality, patient-centered healthcare for future generations.
Role as Peak Body
GPSA is Australia’s national peak body for GP/RG supervisors and training practices. We leverage our members’ feedback and requests to advocate for improved conditions throughout the entire training journey. Our focus is on ensuring sustainability and professional satisfaction, which are crucial for delivering best practice supervision and attracting more doctors to this exceptional medical specialty.
Date reviewed: 28 January 2026