Established in 2001 by a consortium of Western Australian organisations with an interest in general practice education and training, WAGPET is a member based organisation, governed by a Board of Directors elected from its members.

In accordance with WAGPETs Membership Policy, interested persons may apply to become either a Primary (voting) or Associate (non-voting) member of WAGPET.  

Under the terms of the companys Constitution, applications for membership must be supported by two existing primary members.