Australian rural generalist training interview: 2026 dates, format and scoring

When to apply

• State pathway applications open in May and June for the following year; the ACRRM MMI runs on the AGPT timeline.
• Check your state's pathway page, as windows differ.

When interviews run

• Pathway interviews run in June and July, with offers in August and September.

The format

• A structured panel of rural generalists and pathway coordinators, or the ACRRM six station MMI, or both.

Who is on the panel

• Rural generalists and pathway staff, two or three for a panel.

How it is scored

• Criterion mapped rubric; combined with the application and referees, with rural connection weighted.

What to prepare

• Your rural connection with evidence.
• The advanced skill choice with the need you have seen and how you would keep it current.
• Leading a small hospital with experienced nurses.
• The pathway's posts and return of service rules.

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