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Administration | Managerial
GP practice managers run the business side of doctors' surgeries and health centres.
You could start as an assistant office manager in a health centre or hospital and work your way up through training and promotion.
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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.
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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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