The Allied Health Rural Generalist Education and Training Scheme (TAHRGETS) Evaluation

This evaluation reviewed The Allied Health Rural Generalist Education and Training Scheme (TAHRGETS), a workforce, service and education strategy aiming to increase access to a skilled allied health workforce for regional, rural and remote communities. The scheme was funded by the Australian Department of Health and Aged Care and incorporates formal education in rural generalist practice alongside structured supervision, workplace support and service development requirements for the non-government and private sector. TAHRGETS is coordinated by Services for Australian Rural and Remote Allied Health (SARRAH), the national lead organisation supporting multijurisdictional cooperation and collaboration for the Allied Health Rural Generalist Pathway (the Pathway).

TAHRGETS was implemented in private and non-government organisations in MMM3-7 locations across Australia. Of the 90 training positions, 60 were allocated to mainstream organisations, and 30 were assigned to allied health professionals working with Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations.