Key points
- Current and potential models of training outside the public hospitals were identified by many respondents. There was agreement that each jurisdiction and specialty would have its own needs which would have to be taken into account when planning future arrangements.
- The quality and availability of supervision was identified as an issue that will need to be addressed in the implementation process.
- Appropriate accreditation standards should apply equally to all training sites. It was agreed that expanded settings would require resources to meet and maintain accreditation standards.
- Some specialties are already significantly involved in non-public hospital training although all indicated that they will continue to do most of their training in public hospitals.