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Clinical Procedures Theory & Knowledge for General Practice Assistants (GPAs) – CPD Accredited Course

Clinical Procedures Theory & Knowledge for General Practice Assistants (GPAs) – CPD Accredited Course

This course is also suitable for HCSWs

Boost your confidence, competence and clinical understanding with this live, interactive training session designed specifically for Element 21, Section C (Domain 3) of the GPA Competency Framework.

This focused half‑day course equips General Practice Assistants with the essential theory, safety principles and clinical insight needed to support patient care safely and effectively within primary care.

Why This Course Matters

The GPA role blends strong administrative capability with selected clinical duties. As GPAs take on more patient‑facing tasks, robust, standardised training becomes essential to ensure safe delegation, clear boundaries and alignment with practice governance and liability arrangements.

This course provides the structured knowledge GPAs need to contribute confidently to the clinical team.

What is covered

  • Observations
  • Basic diagnostic tests
  • Safe technique
  • Documentation
  • Escalation pathways
  • GPA scope of practice & boundaries
  • Step‑by‑step clinical procedure theory
  • Red flags and safety principles
  • Competency checklists & evidence building

What is included

  • Workbook & tools to support ongoing learning
  • Evidence‑ready materials for competency sign‑off
  • Clear, practical guidance aligned with the GPA Competency Framework
  • CPD Certificate
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