
Training for new partners
Transitioning to a general practice partner includes taking on new responsibilities for a GP Surgery, for the staff members, for the performance of the GP Surgery, and any liabilities. This commitment requires the development of specific skills to be a successful partner, and this Training Programme will provide those skills.
Is this training right for you?
What is included in this Training Programme?
Preparing for Success:
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Becoming a GP Partner
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Vision
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Lessons learnt
The Business:
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Partnership agreements
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Financial responsibilities
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Understanding premises
The People:
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Leadership & Management
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What to expect from your practice manager
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Understanding motivations an overdone strengths
This programme is for anyone who is anyone who is a new partner in a GP practice or considering becoming a partner in a GP practice and wanting to:
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Build their leadership and learn new skills
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Further understand business management and understand how to take your GP Practice to an outstanding level
Understanding the Environment:
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Integrated care systems
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Primary Care Networks
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Partners
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Understanding partner finances in the current economic environment
The Process:
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Workflow
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Appointment systems
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The role of CQC and surviving inspections
The Future:
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Neighbourhood teams
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Managing stress
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Implementing your learning and planning ahead
How will you and your Practice benefit?
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Achieve outstanding care for your patients
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Meet the demands of change and manage risks
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Maximise your potential as a leader
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Prepare for the future of your Practice
Who will be delivering this Programme?
We have a great line-up that includes an experienced practice manager, general practice partners, finance, legal and business development experts supporting this programme.
Our guest speakers will provide the opportunity to explore specific topics in detail and we will share the details of the speakers closer to the sessions.
Who are the core facilitators?
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Tara Humphrey

Ben Gowland
Director of THC Primary Care and Primary Care Network Manager
Tara Founded THC in 2015 and has over 20 years of public and private sector experience.
Tara is a specialist in developing Primary Care Networks, an experienced facilitator and the host of the Business of Healthcare Podcast
Tara is passionate about helping people and giving them the tools, time and support to develop their ideas and bring them to fruition.
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We have a great lineup of experienced practice managers, general practice partners, and finance, legal and business development experts supporting this programme.
Our guest speakers will provide the opportunity to explore specific topics in detail and we will share the details of the speakers closer to the sessions.
In collaboration with Ockham Healthcare, McCartney Healthcare Associates, THC Primary Care and Dr Najib Seedat, we are excited to offer the New to General Practice Partnership Training Programme.
Cohort 3 launches in October 2022 and registration is open.



Robert McCartney
Dr Najib Seedat
Founding Director at McCartney Healthcare Associates
Robert has developed a wealth of knowledge working in community and primary healthcare as a solicitor.
Previous roles as an in-house solicitor and senior manager for one of the largest community health providers in the country and one of the biggest providers of GP, urgent care and associated services.
GP Principal and GP Partner
Dr Naj Seedat is a GP Principal and Partner at a large practice in Ilford, North East London. He is an LMC Board member, was instrumental in the development of the local GP federation, and is a GP appraiser. He is currently leading the vaccination programme on behalf of 3 local PCNs. He completed the prestigious Cranfield University Business School BGP programme in 2009.
Our core facilitators have worked together for many years supporting GPs, PCNs and GP Federations. They have partnered together to bring their collective partnerships and skills to support you on your journey to partnership.
To find out more about our core facilitators click on Ben Gowland, Tara Humphrey and Robert McCartney.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cost of the Training Programme?
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For those new to partnership, NHS England offers full funding for training, which applies to this course. Find out if you are eligible for NHSE funding by visiting NHS England » New to Partnership Payment Scheme, or email england.newtopartnershipenquiries@nhs.net for advice
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For those who are self-funding, it is £2,500 plus VAT per person
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When completing our registration form you will have a tentative place on our programme, a formal place will only be confirmed after we have received FULL payment for the course
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No refunds will be issued after payment is made
What if I miss a session?
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The FIRST session is mandatory to attend as it will provide the basis for the course and provide an opportunity to meet your peers
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The remaining sessions are recorded and we urge delegates to attend the live sessions to ensure they are receiving maximum development from the training
Is this Programme just for GPs?
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No. This Training Programme is open to any role that is considering General Practice Partnership.
General
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After our places for the first cohort of trainees are full, we will add you to our waiting list and contact you with future dates of training or availability if there is a cancellation of an existing trainee
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You will receive a certificate at the end of the course
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There are over 20 hours of sessions to review and look back on throughout the Training Programme
To hear from our Core Facilitators you can listen to their Podcasts: