GP Registrars Report Outstanding Satisfaction with Supervision, Practices and Clinical Experience

The recently released 2025 GP National Registrar Survey shows overwhelmingly positive experiences for GP registrars training in Australian general practices, with exceptionally high satisfaction reported for clinical supervision, practice environments and patient exposure.

The findings reinforce the critical contribution of GP supervisors and Practice Managers in delivering high-quality, on-site clinical training that prepares registrars for independent practice.

According to the national survey:

• 93% of GP registrars reported satisfaction with their supervisor’s support, teaching and feedback
• 92% were satisfied with their overall clinical training experience
• 93-94% were satisfied with practice induction, workplace support and training resources

These results demonstrate the strength of supervision systems embedded in Australian general practice and the dedication of supervisors and practice teams supporting registrars every day.

Registrars reported particularly strong satisfaction with their hands-on clinical exposure, with:

• 97% satisfied with the number of patients seen
• 97% satisfied with the diversity of patient presentations

This confirms the unique value of training on site in general practice, where registrars gain broad, meaningful experience across complex and varied patient care.

Across the training experience more broadly:

• 92% of registrars were satisfied with the overall quality of GP training
• 91% were satisfied with training advice and feedback
• 90% were satisfied with education sessions, workshops and learning resources

General Practice Supervision Australia (GPSA) welcomes these findings as strong national evidence of the impact of effective supervision, well-supported practices and high-quality clinical learning environments.

“These results reflect the professionalism, commitment and expertise of GP supervisors and practice managers who play a central role in shaping the future GP workforce,” said Dr Candice Baker, GPSA Chair.

While registrar satisfaction is at an historic high, the survey also highlights opportunities to further strengthen training through:

• Continued investment in supervisor support and development
• Enhanced research into how supervision models influence registrar confidence and capability
• Greater measurement of how national supervision resources are accessed and used across practices

GPSA remains committed to supporting supervisors, practices and training organisations to ensure GP registrars continue to receive outstanding, practice-based clinical education.

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Media Enquiries:

Dr Candice Baker, GPSA Chair, [email protected]