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General Practitioners
Develop your understanding of primary care medicine, including consultation skills, patient safety, clinical assessment and the management of conditions across all stages of life. This comprehensive online course supports general practitioners and family medicine professionals in delivering safe, effective and patient-centred care.
Available 24/7
Flexible online learning for general practitioners worldwide.
Who is this General Practitioners course for?
- General practitioners
- Family medicine doctors
- GP trainees
- Primary care clinicians
- International medical practitioners
What’s on this page?
Introduction to the General Practitioners Course
e-GP is a comprehensive online learning programme designed for general practitioners and family medicine professionals working in primary care settings around the world.
Developed by leading UK clinicians, the programme covers the breadth of general practice, from pregnancy through to palliative care, mental health, intellectual disabilities and clinical consultation skills. The content is suitable for both fully qualified practitioners and those in training.
Interactive learning features, including animations, videos, case studies and self-assessment questions, help reinforce understanding and support the practical application of knowledge in everyday clinical practice.
After completing this course, you should be able to:
- Understand key principles of primary care and family medicine
- Apply effective consultation and communication skills in practice
- Recognise and manage a broad range of health conditions
- Support health promotion, disease prevention and patient safety
- Deliver person-centred care across different patient populations
You can also:
- Prepare for assessments, appraisals and professional development activities
- Refresh and expand knowledge across a wide range of clinical areas
Course features
- Covers all aspects of primary care, with interactive case studies and questions
- Suitable for doctors and family medicine practitioners worldwide
- Developed in the UK by the Royal College of General Practitioners
Why choose eIntegrity?
Access high-quality primary care training developed by leading UK general practice specialists.
Learn through interactive case studies, videos and self-assessment activities that support clinical decision-making.
Use flexible modules covering the full spectrum of family medicine and general practice.
Course content overview
This online general practitioners programme consists of more than 30 modules, divided into manageable learning sessions that typically take 20 to 30 minutes to complete.
The programme begins with the foundations of general practice, including consultation skills, physical examination, patient safety and quality of care. Learners also explore health promotion, disease prevention and professional development within primary care settings.
Further modules cover a wide range of clinical areas including intellectual disability, ENT conditions, oral and facial problems, eye conditions, metabolic disorders, musculoskeletal problems, care of older adults, children’s health and substance misuse. Additional specialist modules explore genetics, women’s health, sexual health, mental health and end-of-life care, supporting comprehensive learning across the breadth of modern primary care.
- Subject areas covered: Consultation skills, patient safety, primary care medicine, mental health, women’s health, sexual health, paediatrics, older adults and chronic disease management.
- What’s included: Interactive online learning sessions featuring videos, animations, case studies and self-assessment questions.
Who developed this course?
This course was developed by the Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGP) in collaboration with NHS England elearning for healthcare.
Written by experienced clinicians working across primary care, the programme reflects current best practice in family medicine and general practice. The content supports both trainee and qualified practitioners in maintaining and expanding their clinical knowledge.
Our General Practitioners modules
- Introductory Guides
- Being a General Practitioner
- The GP Consultation in Practice
- The GP Consultation in Practice: Promoting Equality and Valuing Diversity
- The GP Consultation in Practice: Evidence-Based Practice
- Patient Safety and Quality of Care
- The GP in the Wider Professional Environment
- Enhancing Professional Knowledge
- Healthy People: Promoting Health and Preventing Disease
- Healthy People: Travel Medicine
- Healthy People: Supporting Self Care
- Healthy People: Work and Health
- Supporting Carers in General Practice
- Genetics in Primary Care
- Care of Acutely Ill People
- Care of Children and Young People: Neonates and Infants
- Care of Children and Young People: Children
- Care of Children and Young People: Adolescent Healthcare
- Care of Children and Young People: Safeguarding
- Care of Children and Young People: Healthy Child
- Care of Children and Young People: Healthy School Child
- Care of Older Adults
- Women’s Health: Care of Women
- Women’s Health: Conception and Pregnancy
- Sexual Health
- End-of-Life Care
- Care of People with Intellectual Disability
- Care of People who Misuse Drugs and Alcohol
- Care of People with Eye Problems
- Care of People with Metabolic Problems: Diabetes
- Care of People with Metabolic Problems: Endocrine and Metabolic
- Care of People with Musculoskeletal Problems
- Physical Examinations
- Mental Health Awareness for Healthcare Professionals
Access 24/7
The General Practitioners course is delivered entirely online, giving you the flexibility to learn at home, in the workplace or on the move. Each session is short and practical, allowing you to build knowledge around a busy clinical schedule without losing momentum.
With modules covering consultation skills, patient safety, mental health, women’s health and a wide range of primary care conditions, you can dip in and out whenever you need a refresher or want guidance on a particular clinical topic. This makes the programme ideal for building confidence across the breadth of general practice, even when time is limited.
Once you’ve completed the course or individual modules, you can use your progress as a record of learning and ongoing professional development. The programme can also support appraisal preparation, assessment revision and lifelong learning in primary care.
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FAQs
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Comparing the cost of general practice training
Traditional primary care training often involves attending multiple courses, conferences and study days. This online programme provides a flexible and cost-effective way to access comprehensive general practice education through a single platform, allowing you to build and maintain knowledge around your clinical commitments.
How to get started
Simply enrol through the eIntegrity platform to begin accessing the General Practitioners modules. Work through the sessions at your own pace and revisit topics whenever needed to support clinical practice, appraisal preparation and ongoing professional development.
Who is this programme suitable for?
This course is designed for a wide range of doctors working in primary care and family medicine, including:
- General practitioners
- Family medicine doctors
- GP trainees
- Primary care clinicians
- International medical practitioners
The programme supports anyone looking to strengthen their understanding of primary care medicine, improve consultation skills and expand knowledge across a wide range of clinical topics. Whether you are in training, preparing for appraisal or refreshing your knowledge, the course provides practical, evidence-informed learning that supports high-quality patient care.
