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Q: What is simGP?
simGP is a free online GP education platform. The simGP model is based on a simulated patient consultation designed to replicate Australian primary care practice.
simGP provides GPs with an opportunity to undertake simulated patient consultations to practice and learn in a safe environment. This learning environment demonstrates the effects of clinical choices and actions in a simulated patient scenario, the aim being to enhance GP competence and confidence and ultimately improve patient outcomes.
simGP courses are reviewed by a GP Steering Committee and specialist key opinion leaders in the relevant therapeutic areas.
simGP provides GPs with an opportunity to undertake simulated patient consultations to practice and learn in a safe environment. This learning environment demonstrates the effects of clinical choices and actions in a simulated patient scenario, the aim being to enhance GP competence and confidence and ultimately improve patient outcomes.
simGP courses are reviewed by a GP Steering Committee and specialist key opinion leaders in the relevant therapeutic areas.
Q: Is it free to register for simGP?
Yes, it is free to register with the simGP online GP education platform and complete courses.
Q: Who can register for simGP?
Any Australian healthcare professionals with a valid AHPRA number can register for free with the simGP online GP education platform.
The content is designed specifically for GPs to meet their continuing professional development (CPD) needs and includes a range of accredited and non-accredited courses in different therapeutic areas.
The content is designed specifically for GPs to meet their continuing professional development (CPD) needs and includes a range of accredited and non-accredited courses in different therapeutic areas.
Q: Are simGP courses accredited?
There is a variety of accredited (RACGP QI&CPD and ACRRM PDP) and non-accredited courses available in the simGP course catalogue. Accredited courses are all clearly labelled and details provided of the number of points available for completing a course.
When registering for simGP, GPs who provide details of their RACGP or ACRRM membership will automatically receive points for completing courses that are accredited by their provider.
If a course has not been accredited by the accrediting body of which you are a member, you can still access a certificate of completion for self-reporting purposes.
When registering for simGP, GPs who provide details of their RACGP or ACRRM membership will automatically receive points for completing courses that are accredited by their provider.
If a course has not been accredited by the accrediting body of which you are a member, you can still access a certificate of completion for self-reporting purposes.
Q: How will my accrediting body know when I have completed a course?
You do not need to notify the RACGP or ACRRM about your completion of a simGP course. Every month we notify the RACGP and ACRRM of all GP members who have successfully completed an accredited simGP course. Your points will automatically be registered with your accrediting body within 5 weeks of completing the course.
Q: Are there any advertisements on the simGP site?
No – simGP does not advertise on the platform. It is strictly for educational purposes. Our courses are developed with support from industry sponsors.
Q: What if I have forgotten my login details?
If you have forgotten your password for the website, go to the homepage and select Forgot Password. You will be prompted to enter your username (email) before a password reset email is sent to your email address. This may take several minutes to reach your inbox. Please wait at least 10 minutes and remember to check your junk mailbox before attempting another reset. If you have forgotten the username (email) you used to create your registration account, please contact the simGP Administrator (T: 1800 954 787; E: info@simgp.com.au) to retrieve your account details.
Q: Will I receive emails from simGP?
Registered users of the simGP website will receive automated emails updating them with information about their membership, including course status (reminders for incomplete courses and confirmation of completed courses) and event status (reminders for upcoming events where you have registered your interest). You will also receive emails from simGP to update you of new courses or events available on the website.
Q: What does simGP do with my personal information?
Your personal information is collected by simGP and stored on our platform. We do not share your details with any third parties. You can access, correct, or delete personal information held by us, or make a complaint concerning your privacy, by contacting our Privacy Officer (T: 02 9959 5533; E: Privacy@hahnhealthcare.com.au).
Q: What is MySimGP?
MysimGP is where you can find a summary of your activity on the simGP learning platform. You can review your registration details (My Profile), how many points you have earned (points awarded for completing courses accredited with your registering CPD body), courses you have enrolled in or successfully completed (My Courses) and events you have registered an interest in attending (My Events).
Q: Can I leave a course without completing, and then return at a later date to complete it?
Yes – simGP tracks your progress through each course and will know which modules you have completed if you leave the course. You can log back into the website at any time, and your progress will be saved so you can return to the course either through the course catalogue or from your homepage, and continue from where you left the course module.
Q: Can I view simGP courses on my mobile phone?
Please note simGP courses are not currently compatible with mobile devices. For an optimal learning experience, we recommend you only view the course content on a computer or tablet.
Q: How can I sponsor a simGP course?
If you are interested in sponsoring a simGP course in a specific therapeutic area, please contact the simGP Administrator to learn more (T: 1800 954 787; E: info@simgp.com.au).