I. Written communication

By the end of the year the GPR should:	How best learnt:	Where best taught
By the end of the year the GPR should:	How best learnt:	DRC	Practice	Self-directed learning
Be able to be understood by local people.				***
Be literate and numerate, possess adequate writing skills.				***
Be able to: type, use e-mail, prescribe by computer, use and keep consultation records on computer, use a keyboard competently, use computer to help perform audit, access summary list.	Tutorials Shared Surgeries, Visits Other Resources e.g. Books, Library, Internet		***	***
Be able to communicate facts clearly and simply, orally and in written form, to colleagues and patients, and presentation skills (soapbox). See "How to give a presentation" guide	Small Group Work Tutorials Other Resources	***	***	***
Be able to prioritise important issues and record them in notes/computer.	Tutorials		***
Have robust system for ensuring things get done – e.g. "practice note" on computer, lists, good secretary, (e.g. to ensure all paperwork done).	Tutorials		***	***
Have good telephone consultation skills.	Case Analysis Role Play	***	***
Know and apply an ethical framework for consent and confidentiality issues. See Ethics DRC guide	Case Analysis, Tutorials Role Play Lectures	***	***	***

Transcribed by: Tim Harris

Last update: 16 December 2003