provide formal professional recognition for GP Practice Managers
General Practice Management Institute (Ireland)
Raising standards in general practice management
The General Practice Management Institute (Ireland) exists to recognise, uphold and advance professional standards in general practice management.
We provide a formal professional register for GP Practice Managers in Ireland. Our focus is on competence, consistency and continued professional development. Our role is to define and maintain internationally aligned professional standards.
In partnership with IGPM
GPMI is an independent institute working in partnership with the Institute of General Practice Management (IGPM) in the UK, drawing on its established framework and experience in professional recognition.
Why we exist
A consistent standard for a critical role
GP Practice Managers play a critical role in the safe, effective and sustainable running of primary care. Yet the role has not had a consistent, recognised professional standard in Ireland.
Well-managed practices are better placed to deliver safe, high-quality patient care. Clear professional standards for practice management support that work, benefiting GP Practice Managers, employers, staff and patients.
The Institute was established to:
set clear, evidence-based standards
encourage ongoing professional development
support quality and consistency across general practice
Professional registration
A professional register for GP Practice Managers in Ireland
Entry to the register is by assessment against the GPMI accreditation framework. Successful applicants are awarded the designation MGPMI (Member of the General Practice Management Institute).
Registration confirms that an individual:
meets defined professional standards
has demonstrated competence through evidence and assessment
is committed to continued professional development
First application window:
January 2027
Fees
What registration costs, and why
Fees support assessment, moderation, governance and maintenance of the professional register.
€280
Application and first year registration
€50
Annual renewal
Standards and framework
Standards based on an established, peer-reviewed accreditation framework
How it works:
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sets out the knowledge, skills and behaviours expected of GP Practice Managers
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is assessed through a structured, evidence-based process
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is moderated to ensure fairness and consistency
The accreditation framework
The GPMI accreditation framework is adapted for the Irish general practice context from IGPM's established framework.
Experienced IGPM assessors will support the assessment and moderation process for GPMI professional registration.
Assessment for recognition spans 10 domains reflecting the breadth of contemporary general practice management.
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Qualifications & achievements
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Professional development & working with others
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Leadership & strategic management
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Managing & improving patient services
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Working with patients
06
Workforce management
07
Finance & practice stability
08
Premises & facilities
09
External organisations & service providers
10
Legal, compliance & governance
Full guidance on the accreditation framework, evidence requirements and application process will be published ahead of the first application window in January 2027.
Continued professional development
Ongoing development is central to professional practice.
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For GP Practice Managers
To remain on the register, GP Practice Managers are expected to:
- engage in regular professional development
- complete an annual declaration of continued employment in General Practice
CPD may include relevant learning and development from a range of providers and professional disciplines, where it supports the knowledge, skills and behaviours required in general practice management.
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For training providers
The Institute recognises training that aligns with its accreditation framework.
- Recognition focuses on quality, relevance and alignment with standards.
- CPD hours may be awarded in line with defined standards, with approval requirements depending on the type of learning activity.
Further guidance for training providers will be published separately.
Free resource
Appraisal toolkit
We are developing a free appraisal toolkit to support GP Practice Managers through appraisal and professional development.
Launching in the coming months.
The toolkit will:
- help GP Practice Managers prepare for appraisal
- support evidence gathering for registration
- be available before applications open
Governance
The Institute is governed by a board responsible for governance, oversight and assurance.
Stay informed
Register your interest in GPMI
Register to receive updates on professional registration, the appraisal toolkit and the opening of the first application window in January.