During the year spent in General Practice, you will be supported and encouraged in your development, becoming a fully integrated member of the team. Teamwork is a very important feature of the Carmarthen Scheme, and we are proud of the good relationships that exist between the GP and Hospital sectors.

The Carmarthen Specialty Training Scheme has been running for nearly 25 years. In contrast to many other schemes, attendance at the half-day release course is for the full three years of the rotation. The hospital SHO's feel this is a huge advantage, as they are fully integrated into the scheme before starting their GPR year. This allows the development of a strongly supportive peer group, of approximately 16 people, encouraging learning relevant to General Practice for the entire period.

We also have a lot of fun, as we believe that if education is dull it is ineffective. The programme for each term is tailored to the needs of each individual group, and is designed to introduce you to the broadest and most fascinating aspects of General Practice. We often meet with the members of neighbouring schemes, such as Aberystwyth and Swansea, for joint meetings, debates, and sporting/social events, and members of the group are encouraged to "swap" practices for a week or so, to broaden their experience. Friendly Postgraduate staff will attempt to solve all problems and provide a listening ear when needed. For further information, please click here.