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GP practice manager apprenticeships - where to start

You can get into this job through

  • working towards this role
  • applying directly
  • specialist courses run by professional bodies


    • Work

    You could start as an assistant office manager in a health centre or hospital and work your way up through training and promotion.

    Direct Application
    You could move into practice management from a range of different business backgrounds. You'll usually need to be an experienced manager with a management qualification. Experience in a health or social care setting would be an advantage, though it's not essential.

    Other Routes

    You can get relevant qualifications by training with The Association of Medical Secretaries, Practice Managers, Administrators and Receptionists (AMSPAR). Qualifications include: a short course Certificate in Health Service Administration, a Level 3 Diploma in Medical Administration, a Level 3 Certificate in Medical Principles for the Administrator or a Level 5 Primary Care and Health Management.

    These are available through a combination of approved training centres, colleges and online learning. You'll need to be working in a health-related job to study some of the higher-level qualifications. As with all NHS roles, you will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of NHS values. 

    Professional and industry bodies
    Membership of: 

    • The Association of Medical Secretaries
    • Practice Managers
    • Administrators and Receptionists (AMSPAR)
    • Institute of Healthcare Management 
    will give you access to professional development opportunities.

    GP practice manager apprenticeships - what it takes

    Skills and knowledge

    You'll need: 

    • to be thorough and pay attention to detail 
    • business management skills 
    • knowledge of English language 
    • administration skills 
    • leadership skills 
    • the ability to work well with others 
    • excellent verbal communication skills 
    • patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations 
    • to be able to use a computer and the main software packages competently
    Restrictions and Requirements
    You'll need to pass enhanced background checks

    GP practice manager apprenticeships - what you'll do

    Day-to-day tasks

    In this role you could: 

    • recruit, train and supervise medical receptionists and secretaries 
    • pay wages and make sure the practice meets its financial targets 
    • organise duty rotas for doctors and clerical staff 
    • manage the reception and appointments system 
    • manage medical records systems 
    • control stocks of equipment, stationery and drugs 
    • arrange the building's cleaning, maintenance and security 
    • monitor prescriptions 
    • handle confidential information
    Working environment
    You could work at a GP practice or at a health centre.

    Career path and progression - GP practice manager apprenticeships

    With experience, you could become a partner (part-owner) of the practice. You might move into healthcare management in a hospital, health authority or NHS trust. You could also work as a manager in a social services department, or you could work in private healthcare.

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