2025 AGPT SJT Exam Preparation(10-11 May)

A comprehensive program designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge for SJT success.

Time Zone: Australian Eastern Std Time: 10 am to 5 pm.

Day 1: Core Competencies and Ethical Foundations

10:00 AM – 10:15 AM: Welcome and Introduction

  • Welcome and introduction.
  • Overview of the SJT exam and its importance in AGPT selection.

10:15 AM – 11:00 AM: Introduction to the SJT and Core Concepts

  • Understanding the purpose and format of the SJT.
  • Key themes and domains assessed in the SJT.
  • Strategies for approaching SJT scenarios effectively.
  • 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM: SJT MCQ Practice & Mock Interview

11:30 AM – 12:15 PM: Key Competencies Assessed in the SJT

  • In-depth exploration of essential competencies:
    • Ethical decision-making
    • Communication skills
    • Teamwork and leadership
    • Patient safety and professionalism
  • Real-world examples of how these competencies are applied in general practice.
  • 12:15 PM – 12:45 PM: SJT MCQ Practice & Mock Interview

12:45 PM – 1:45 PM: Lunch Break

1:45 PM – 2:45 PM: Ethical Decision Making in the SJT

  • Core medical ethics principles (autonomy, beneficence, non-maleficence, justice).
  • Confidentiality and consent: navigating complex scenarios.
  • Managing conflicts of interest in general practice.
  • Addressing ethical dilemmas commonly encountered.
  • 2:45 PM – 3:15 PM: SJT MCQ Practice & Mock Interview

3:15 PM – 4:15 PM: Communication Skills for the SJT

  • Effective patient communication strategies: adapting to diverse needs.
  • Breaking bad news sensitively: a structured approach.
  • Handling difficult patients professionally: de-escalation techniques.
  • Interprofessional communication: fostering teamwork and respect.
  • 4:15 PM – 4:45 PM: SJT MCQ Practice & Mock Interview

4:45 PM – 5:00 PM: Day 1 Wrap-up and Q&A

  • Review key takeaways from Day 1.
  • Questions and concerns.

Day 2: Advanced Topics, Mock Interviews, and Exam Techniques

10:00 AM – 10:15 AM: Recap and Q&A

  • Key takeaways from Day 1
  • Queries related to Day 1 topics.

10:15 AM – 11:15 AM: Patient Safety and Quality of Care

  • Identifying and reporting patient safety concerns: a systematic approach.
  • Risk management in general practice: strategies for mitigation.
  • Strategies for quality improvement: implementing best practices.
  • 11:15 AM – 11:45 AM: SJT MCQ Practice & Mock Interview

11:45 AM – 12:45 PM: Professionalism and Integrity

  • Establishing and maintaining professional boundaries in general practice.
  • Managing social media presence as a GP: ethical considerations.
  • Addressing concerns about impaired colleagues: a supportive approach.
  • Work-life balance and well-being strategies for sustainable practice.
  • 12:45 PM – 1:15 PM: SJT MCQ Practice & Mock Interview

1:15 PM – 2:15 PM: Clinical Reasoning and Decision Making

  • The diagnostic reasoning process in primary care.
  • Managing uncertainty in clinical practice: strategies for evidence-based decision-making.
  • Applying evidence-based medicine: translating research into practice.
  • Shared decision-making with patients: empowering patient autonomy.
  • 2:15 PM – 2:45 PM: SJT MCQ Practice & Mock Interview

2:45 PM – 3:45 PM: Time Management and Prioritization

  • Managing workload efficiently in a busy practice.
  • Prioritizing patient care effectively under pressure.
  • Handling interruptions and emergencies: a systematic approach.
  • Maximizing consultation time: strategies for efficiency and rapport.

3:45 PM – 4:45 PM: Mock SJT Interview Session

  • Interactive mock interview session to prepare for the SJT exam.
    • Participants will be able to volunteer or be chosen to participate in a 10-15 minute mock SJT interview.
    • Immediate feedback will be provided.
  • Best practices discussed.

4:45 PM – 5:00 PM: Final Q&A and Closing Remarks

  • Final questions
  • Closing remarks and resources for ongoing study.
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