When medical graduates starts their careers, are they expected to immediately know how to treat any malady that walks in the door? What about law graduates? Should they be able to argue a case in Australia’s highest court in their first week, month or year?

It is reasonable to expect they have the foundational knowledge to hold them in good stead. But the new GP will have treatments and diagnoses overseen by a senior medico. The rookie lawyer will learn about the ins and outs of court and complete practical training with mentor support.