As of March 2012, there are three ways to enter the GMS Scheme:

1. A GMS vacancy: By means of filling of a GMS vacancy, for example, where a single handed GP dies, retires or resigns and his/her panel is advertised by the HSE as a single handed vacancy

2. Assistantship-with-a-View: By means of appointment as an Assistant with a view to GMS Partnership with an existing GMS Principal

3. Open access: By applying for a GMS contract under the new open entry arrangements

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Detailed information on entry to the GMS Scheme is available in the ICGP publication, Signposts to Success.