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Infection prevention and control guidelines for general practices and other office-based and community-based practices (IPC Guidelines)
RACGP launched the IPC Guidelines on 23 November 2022. Advice has been received that accredited general practices will have a transition period of 12 months to ensure they meet these updated requirements.
Read MoreIt’s A Wrap: Highlights from the 2023 AAPM National Conference
In October 2023, teams from the AGPAL Group of Companies, including CFEP Surveys, QIP, and AGPAL, had the pleasure of presenting on various topics, while also serving as booth sponsors, award presenters, and National Partners at the 2023 AAPM National Conference held in Adelaide. The event provided an excellent platform for engaging discussions on quality…
Read MoreJoint Statement: Australian Bushfires
AGPAL & QIP will be implementing our exceptional circumstance policy to assist our clients as much as possible and will continue to do so for as long as required.
Read MoreLaunch of the Yana platform: Culturally responsive healthcare
We are excited to announce the launch of the Yana platform, a dedicated resource hub designed to support heart disease and stroke recovery in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Yana offers a comprehensive suite of culturally appropriate educational resources, including eLearning modules, guidebooks, and toolkits. These resources are specifically developed to enhance the skills of frontline health professionals, enabling them to deliver culturally sensitive and effective care tailored to the unique needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Read MoreMeet Taryn! Inaugural Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Traineeship Program Intern
Earlier this year the AGPAL Group of Companies was excited to welcome our inaugural intern, Taryn Anno as part of our Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Traineeship Program in consultation with AFL SportsReady. In celebration of National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day (4 August), Taryn has taken the time to share information about…
Read MoreNAIDOC WEEK 22 – GET UP! STAND UP! SHOW UP!
NAIDOC Week celebrates and recognises the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. It’s an opportunity for all Australians to come together, learn about First Nations cultures and histories, and participate in celebrations of the oldest, continuous living cultures on earth. To accomplish systemic change, we all must Get Up! Stand Up!…
Read MoreNAIDOC Week Paint and Yarn
Along with many Australians from all walks of life, AGPAL and QIP staff recently took part in a range of activities to support NAIDOC Week 2021. NAIDOC Week offers a great opportunity to celebrate the history, culture, and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. As part of our week-long NAIDOC program, members of…
Read MoreNational ‘Closing the Gap’ Day 2015
Today marks 10 years since the ‘Closing the Gap’ initiative was launched – an initiative stated by the Council of Australian Governments (COAG) to close the gap between Indigenous and …
Read MoreNational Reconciliation Week
National Reconciliation Week (27 May – 3 June) celebrates and builds on the respectful relationships shared by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and other Australians. This year’s theme is “Be Brave. Make Change.” challenging all Australians to tackle the unfinished business of reconciliation so we can Make Change for the benefit of all Australians.…
Read MoreNational Vaccine Storage Guidelines ‘Strive for 5’ 3rd edition
Our team has compiled the following information to assist you in identifying the variations between the 2nd and 3rd editions.
Read MoreNatural Disaster Resources
The AGPAL Team have gathered industry resources that may assist those affected or seeking to help in current and recent Australian disasters.
Read MoreNEW e-Learning video on RACGP Standards for general practices 5th edition
To further support your team with ‘Just a hop, skip and a jump to the 5th edition’, you will find a comprehensive three part video series now available within your AGPAL accreditation hub.
Read MoreNEW National Vaccine Storage Guidelines ‘Strive for 5’ 3rd edition & resource collection available!
The 3rd edition of National vaccine storage guidelines ‘Strive for 5’ 3rd edition and a range of associated resources has been released by the Australian Government’s Department of Health.
Read MoreNew standardised accreditation certificates for general practices: What you need to know
From 1 September 2024 all general practices across Australia will receive a new style of accreditation certificate with an unique accreditation certificate number, when becoming accredited or re-accredited. This change is part of an initiative led by the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care (the Commission), in collaboration with the Department of…
Read MoreNEW: AGPAL’s Quality Toolbox Series launched!
In addition to AGPAL’s Making it Better e-Learning Series, our team has just released our next set of online modules referred to as AGPAL’s Quality Toolbox Series.
Read MoreNEW! AGPAL Making it Better e-Learning Series
In addition to a range of new and updated QbAY resources to be released throughout the year, we will be providing you, our AGPAL clients and …
Read MoreNPS MedicineWise General Practice Insight Report 2016-17
The Department of Health, in conjunction with NPS MedicineWise, recently released their first General Practice Insight Report 2016-17, which details the top reasons for GP visits, the most common conditions and prescribed medicine, and a further range of clinical data and insights collated at a national level. Using 2.1 million de-identified patient’s information across 475…
Read MoreOn-site assessments for accreditation to recommence
On-site assessments against the RACGP Standards will recommence from 26/10/20 for practices that are at low risk of COVID-19 transmission.
Read MorePatient Centred Medical Home (Health Care Homes)
There has been increased talk around the implementation of the Patient Centred Medical Home (PCMH) in General Practice or Primary Health Care Services. The PCMH model is often referred to as Patient Centred Health Care Home (PCHCH) in Australia. The PCMH has been the basis of significant reform in the US primary health care model…
Read MorePIP QI Incentive Guidance
The Practice Incentive Program (PIP) Quality Improvement (QI) Incentive starts on 1 August 2019.
Read MorePositive workplaces and high performing teams
The correlation between a positive workplace culture and a high performing team is undeniable. Rather than finding work a struggle, exhausting and demotivating, employees in positive workplaces are more likely to enjoy work and have a sense of belonging, which in turn, positively impacts the organisation’s culture.
Read MorePositive workplaces and high performing teams new AGPAL e-Learning Module now available!
Want to strengthen your practice’s positive workplace culture and create a high performing team? Look no further than QbAY, in your AGPAL accreditation hub resource and education library!
Read MorePositive Workplaces: Celebrating diversity and inclusivity
Ideas to support you with ensuring your workplace’s celebrations incorporate diversity and inclusivity.
Read MorePractice Incentive Program Quality Improvement Incentive delayed for 12 months
The Department of Health has advised the implementation of the Practice Incentive Program Quality Improvement Incentive (PIP QI Incentive) will now be delayed until 1 May 2019.
Read MoreProud Practice Competition
Take a photo of your new AGPAL accredited certificate and stickers, share it with AGPAL and go into the draw to win a $300 practice party on us!
Read MoreRACGP 5th edition Standards second draft released
The RACGP have released the second draft of the 5th edition Standards for review and consultation from 6 June 2016 to 30 September 2016.
Read MoreRACGP Standards for general practices – development of the 5th edition
As a result of feedback from the first draft, the following changes were implemented within the second 5th edition draft for further review, these areas included:
Read MoreRACGP Standards for general practices 5th edition – LAUNCHED!
After months of counting down, the RACGP Standards for general practices 5th edition officially launched at the GP17 Conference in Sydney earlier today, Thursday 26 October 2017. AGPAL gained a unique insight into the application and applicability of the 5th edition Standards by way of our exclusive involvement in the large-scale pilot, and we are…
Read MoreRosedale Medical Practice: Care Outside the Box
Rosedale Medical Practice is a wellness-focused medical practice in West Pennant Hills NSW, home to experienced general practitioners, allied health professionals and patient support staff. New practice owners Dr Jaspreet Saini and Gurleen Saini recently experienced their first round of accreditation with AGPAL. They expressed how valuable they found the process and kindly took the time to share their thoughts with us.
Read MoreStand up, Speak out and Act #whiteribbonday
White Ribbon Day, 25 Nov, is a movement to stop violence against women and children. Rosie Batty shared at the 2016 AGPAL and QIP Conference steps that can be taken to provide greater support to these victims as a Health Care Specialist.
Read MoreTailored education and training packages
At AGPAL and QIP we provide a range of complimentary education and training opportunities to support healthcare teams during their accreditation journey.
Read MoreThe AGPAL Group of Companies joins the movement to legalise marriage equality
AGPAL Group of Companies submitted an official letter of support via AustralianMarriageEquality.org in the movement to legalise marriage equality in Australia.
Read MoreThe AGPAL Group of Companies strongly supports marriage equality, diversity and inclusion across Australia
In September 2016, the AGPAL Group of Companies joined the movement to legalise marriage equality by submitting an official of letter of support via AustralianMarriageEquality.org. There are now 1,719 Australian organisations like ours supporting this national campaign. The Treasurer, under the Census and Statistics Act 1905, directed the Australian Statistician to collect and publish statistical…
Read MoreThe Commission’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic FAQs
The Commission has suspended general practice accreditation effective immediately until Australia moves into the ‘recovery’ phase of the pandemic.
Read MoreThe importance of cyber and data security – discover our ‘Top 4 Tips’
The recent global cyber attack in May 2017 indicates that now is the time to review your practice’s current computer security systems, backups and processes to ensure your practice is protected from an attack. AGPAL and QIP’s IT team have identified the top 4 tips to start mitigating your risk.
Read MoreThe Value of Engaging in a Mentor Program
With the New Year upon us, many of you will be starting to think about the personal and/or professional goals you would like to achieve in 2017. With ongoing education and learning a key component of accreditation for all practice staff, there are multiple opportunities available across general practice to support professional development, growth and…
Read MoreTravel, nature and learning from the locals on a week-long accreditation adventure
With three decades of AGPAL Surveyor experience under their belts, Dr Tony Atkins and Mrs Jannine Gerke undertook a week-long adventure to assess the five remote Western Australian community practices which form part of the Kimberley Aboriginal Medical Services.
Read MoreUpcoming AGPAL webinar: Coffee with Gary | September 2020
We invite you to join us for our second edition of ‘Coffee with Gary’ AGPAL webinar series. Talking all things general practice accreditation and more!
Read MoreUPDATE: More Modules added to AGPAL’s Quality Toolbox Series!
In addition to Parts 1 to 3 surrounding Marketing Your Practice, three more modules have been added. We are excited to launch the following new toolbox features
Read MoreUpdated general practice definition for the purpose of accreditation against the RACGP Standards for general practices (5th edition)
The RACGP has updated its definition of a general practice for the purpose of accreditation against the RACGP Standards for general practices (5th edition) (the Standards).
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