Rural ICGP Training Programme
The Program – ICGP Rural Programme
ICGP = Irish College of General Practitioners. The program is designed for rural placements in Ireland, giving doctors a structured path to achieve MICGP specialist status. MICGP = Membership of the Irish College of General Practitioners.
This is a specialist recognition for GPs in Ireland.
The program allows career development in Ireland and, after recognition, provides a pathway to Australia for specialist roles.
Career Benefits and Earnings
MICGP Specialist Earnings:
Starting at €140,000 per year, which is a high salary for GPs in Ireland. No Exams Required: Applicants only go through an interview selection process, making it easier than traditional exam-based qualification paths.
Specialist Recognition: After completion, you gain the official status of a Family Medicine Specialist, which opens opportunities worldwide.
MyIR Medic Support
MyIR Medic is acting as a recruitment and guidance agency.
They offer several perks:
Accommodation Support They help in finding free accommodation (worth €1,000), which is essential for relocating to Ireland. Irish Medical Council Registration They guide applicants through the registration process, which is required to legally practice in Ireland. For eligible candidates, relocation to Ireland can happen in as little as 6 months.
Zero Fees Working with MyIR Medic does not cost anything. You get full support without paying recruitment fees.
CV and Interview Preparation They provide professional CV optimization and dedicated interview coaching, increasing chances of passing the interview selection compared to direct applicants. Pathway to Australia Once you achieve specialist recognition in Ireland, MyIR Medic partners with Auswide Medical Recruitment to help doctors transition to Australia for higher-paying or more specialized roles.
Eligibility Summary
To summarize, you can apply if you are:
A Klinik Kesihatan medical officer with 4+ years experience. A local Family Medicine Specialist (Master’s or RACGP highly preferred). A PIC Medical Officer in a private clinic with 4+ years experience in the same location. No prior Family Medicine specialist qualification needed.
How to Apply
Step 1:
Prepare your CV (MyIR Medic can help optimize it).
Step 2:
Apply via email at support@myirmedic.com
Step 3:
Visit their website myirmedic.com for more information and WhatsApp contact.
Step 4:
Attend the interview for selection into the ICGP Rural Programme.
