FIT to Practice: Foundations

Build a private practice that is ethical, sustainable, profitable, and aligned with your values.

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Based on the foundational books Fit to Practice and Creating Impact and developed by experienced Australian private practice owners.

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Whether you're planning your first private practice or want to ensure you're building on solid foundations, FIT to Practice Foundations provides a step-by-step roadmap through the business, governance, ethics, systems, and financial decisions that every practice owner needs to make.

  • Self-paced online program
  • Approximately 15-20 hours of learning
  • Workbook and implementation plan included
  • Private Facebook community
  • 12 months access

Who is FIT to Practice Foundations For?

This program is designed for:
  • Health professionals considering private practice
  • Solo private practitioners
  • New practice owners wanting to build strong foundations
  • Professionals who want practical guidance rather than trial and error
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This program focuses on the business, ethics, governance and operational aspects of private practice. It does not teach clinical interventions.

What you will Build

Throughout the program you'll progressively build your practice using the FIT to Practice House Framework.

What's Included

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FIT to Practice Foundations Online Program

Complete access to all modules, videos, activities and resources.

FIT to Practice Workbook

Your practical guide for planning, documenting and implementing key decisions.

Creating Impact Book

Receive a complimentary copy of Creating Impact.

Private community

Join our private Facebook community to connect with other practice owners and share ideas.

Templates and Tools

Access practical resources including:

  • Budget calculators
  • Fee calculators
  • Planning worksheets
  • Practice planning templates
  • Checklists and implementation tools
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Why this Program is Different

University teaches clinical skills.

Private practice requires additional capabilities and FIT to Practice Foundations provides a structured framework to help you build these skills with confidence.

  • Business planning
  • Governance
  • Financial management
  • Marketing
  • Technology
  • Compliance
  • Vision

Full online program

  • Full online program
  • Workbook
  • Creating Impact book
  • Resource library
  • Private Facebook community
  • Certificate of Completion

Investment

For less than the cost of a single day of business coaching, you'll gain a practical roadmap for building an ethical, sustainable, and profitable private practice.

Start Building Your Practice

Starting a private practice involves hundreds of decisions. Some will help you build a thriving, sustainable business. Others can cost significant time, money, and stress.

FIT to Practice Foundations is designed to help you make those decisions with confidence. Through practical guidance, proven frameworks, implementation tools, and support from experienced private practice owners, you'll develop the knowledge and systems needed to build a practice that is ethical, sustainable, and aligned with your goals.

Your enrolment includes:

  • Full access to the FIT to Practice Foundations program
  • Comprehensive workbook and practice planning tools
  • Downloadable templates, calculators, and resources
  • A complimentary copy of Creating Impact
  • Access to the private Facebook community
  • Certificate of completion and CPD documentation

Not sure if you're ready for private practice?

Our free Private Practice Readiness Self-Assessment will help you identify where your foundations are strong and where you may need more preparation.
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Governance, ethics, compliance, risk and business training for psychologists, practices and organisations.

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