Under the National Framework for Prevocational Medical Training, PGY1s and PGY2s are required to meet with their term supervisor at the beginning of each term for a 'beginning of term discussion'. This is to review the term description (find here) and agree on learning objectives and assessments and any learning outcomes you would like to focus on during the term.
AMC has developed a 'beginning of term discussion' template which outlines the general principles of the discussion. Click to view.
Note:
- PGY2s in a specific training program e.g. BPT / Psychiatry etc are EXEMPT from the Framework
- PGY3s and above have the OPTION to participate in the AMC framework but are not mandated to do so.
The beginning of term discussion has two components:
- Orientation & Goal setting
The orientation discussion includes:
- the culture and expectations of the unit
- defining the supervision and key contact people for supervision
- roles and responsibilities of the PGY1 and PGY2 doctor
- training and education opportunities
- unit approach and expectations for completion of assessments.
2. Goal setting discussion should include
- Learning objectives and any specific learning outcomes you may like to focus on during this term. For example:
- suturing for a procedurally based rotation
- how to develop a concise presentation for an undifferentiated illness rotation
- for a PGY2 - a specific interest or carried over objective that you identified as an intern
You can use the Term Booklets to guide this discussion. Term Descriptions are located on the on the NH Medical Education channel Teams channel here.
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Term Supervisor
You will find the name of your term supervisor in theTerm Descriptions.
If you don't get to meet your Term Supervisor, you can meet with another consultant/Fellow in the unit. Get in touch with Northern Doctors Education if you are having problems locating your Term Supervisor /primary consultant /Fellow.
The 'Beginning of term discussion' is a mutual obligation between you and the Supervisor.
- you are expected to approach the supervisor for this discussion and the supervisor is expected to provide the conditions for the discussion to be completed.
- This activity does not need to be recorded.
Frequently Answered Question
- Is the beginning of term discussion the same as unit orientation? No. The beginning of term discussion is different to a unit orientation. A unit orientation outlines the mechanics of the term e.g. how the clinical day runs, work expectations and the structure of the unit. See below images that outline the differences between a unit orientation and beginning of term discussion.
- Where do I find my Term Supervisor - in the term booklet located on the Northern Health Medical Education channel. You need to join the channel to gain access. Click here to join.
Please contact Northern Doctors Education if you have any concerns.
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