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Rural generalist anaesthesia (RGA) training: Overview

This guide contains resources intended to support those participating in the Rural Generalist Anaesthesia course.

What to expect from the guide

The guide has been structured into three sections.

The first section contains some useful information for those just starting their course

  • Starting out

The second section is composed of three main categories (or tabs) covering the course curriculum:

  1. RGA Roles in practice
  2. Clinical fundamentals (CFs)
  3. Specialised study units (SSUs)

Within each category you will find e-books, journals, articles, podcasts and videos, websites, as well links to other supporting guides.


The third section is comprised of three additional categories (or tabs):

  1. Assessment resources
  2. Rural & remote practice resources
  3. Other resources - websites, podcasts, videos, journals, articles

These resources are predominantly e-books and multimedia resources with some supporting websites and articles.

RGA Training ePortfolio

The online ePortfolio designed to record training experiences and requirements for trainees.


Learn@ANZCA

Learn@ANZCA (formerly Networks) is the college's learning management system.


Find out more

To learn more about the Rural Generalist Anaesthesia training program, see the college page.

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