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IMG Registrar Training Program

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The IMG Registrar Training Program is a world-class vocational training program for international medical graduates wishing to pursue a career in medicine in Australia through the Standard Pathway.  The Standard Pathway is the most common pathway for international medical graduates seeking to achieve General Registration with the Medical Board of Australia. The IMG Registrar Training Program provides vocational training in general practices and hospitals and combines in-practice learning, small group training, seminars and online modules.

The Program enables registrars to build their medical knowledge and experience, develop competence and familiarity with the Australian health care system, and meet the requirements to achieve General Registration with the Medical Board of Australia. The Program enables registrars the only formalised and structured learning and training pathway to achieve BOTH certification with the Australian Medical Council (through conferral of the AMC Certificate) and general registration with the Medical Board of Australia (through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency – AHPRA). To facilitate their transition into Australian medical practice, registrars receive a competitive salary from employment in an accredited practice within Australia.

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  • Audience: International Medical Graduates
  • Course Credits: 133
  • Delivery: Online / Attendance / Vocational Training
  • Hours Work: 2 years
  • No. of Courses: 9
  • No. of Modules: 101
  • No. of practice exams: 20
  • Scope: International Medical Graduates pursuing a career in medicine in Australia

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The IMG Registrar Training Program is a world-class vocational training program for international medical graduates wishing to pursue a career in medicine in Australia through the Standard Pathway.  The Standard Pathway is the most common pathway for international medical graduates seeking to achieve General Registration with the Medical Board of Australia. The IMG Registrar Training Program provides vocational training in general practices and hospitals and combines in-practice learning, small group training, seminars and online modules.

The Program enables registrars to build their medical knowledge and experience, develop competence and familiarity with the Australian health care system, and meet the requirements to achieve General Registration with the Medical Board of Australia. The Program enables registrars the only formalised and structured learning and training pathway to achieve BOTH certification with the Australian Medical Council (through conferral of the AMC Certificate) and general registration with the Medical Board of Australia (through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency – AHPRA). To facilitate their transition into Australian medical practice, registrars receive a competitive salary from employment in an accredited practice within Australia.

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About the IMG Registrar Training Program

The IMG Registrar Training Program is a world-class vocational training program for international medical graduates wishing to pursue a career in medicine in Australia through the Standard Pathway for international medical graduates.  The Standard Pathway as described by the Australian Medical Council is the most common pathway for international medical graduates seeking to achieve General Registration with the Medical Board of Australia. The IMG Registrar Training Program provides vocational training in general practices and hospitals and combines in-practice learning, small group training, seminars and online modules.  The Program enables registrars to build their medical knowledge and experience, develop competence and familiarity with the Australian health care system, and meet the requirements of the Australian Medical Council to achieve General Registration with the Medical Board of Australia. The Program enables registrars the only formalised and structured learning and training pathway to achieve BOTH certification with the Australian Medical Council (through conferral of the AMC Certificate) AND general registration with the Medical Board of Australia (through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency – AHPRA). To facilitate their transition into Australian medical practice, registrars receive a competitive salary from employment in an accredited practice within Australia.

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Program Vision

  1. To graduate doctors who can effectively function as safe junior doctors, working under supervision, within the Australian health care system.
  2. To graduate doctors who have a strong foundation of relevant and necessary knowledge, skills, and attitudes that will enable them to undergo postgraduate training in any one of the many fields of medicine
  3. To graduate doctors who will be committed to the ethos of medicine, personal development and life-long learning

 

Program Objectives

At the completion of studies, graduates of the IMG Registrar Training Program will:

  • Understand the basic and clinical sciences and be able to apply them to deliver safe and quality medicine
  • Have the knowledge, skills and attitudes needed to identify and manage common and serious illness
  • Apply key principles learned to maintain the health of both individuals and communities
  • Incorporate research and evaluation into clinical practice and the delivery of health services
  • Direct their own learning and evaluate their own performance before and after graduation
  • Maintain an understanding of information technology, sources of evidence and its application to practice, and clinical audit
  • Apply the highest ethical and professional standards in their practice of medicine

Program Structure

The IMG Registrar Training Program is usually completed over a minimum 2-year period. The length of the training program may be reduced with recognition of prior learning.  Doctors of this program may require extensions of learning in order to meet all of the requirements of the program, which is granted on a case-by-case basis.

Recognition of prior learning allows direct entry into Year Two of the training program. However, positions are limited as priority is given to accommodating registrars who have completed Year One of the training program. Refer to the ‘Entry Requirements’ tab above for further information about the Year Two Direct Entry Pathway.

Year One

  • IMG101 – Foundations of Australian Medical Practice Course
  • IMG102 – Advanced Strategies for AMC MCQ Exam Preparation Course

Year 2

  • GP100 – Essentials for Working as a Doctor in Australia
  • GP101 – Essentials for Orientation to Australian Medical Practice
  • PESCI102 – PESCI Interview Preparation Online Course
  • IMG201 – Bridging Course for the AMC Clinical Exam
  • IMG202 – Advanced Strategies for AMC Clinical Exam Preparation Course
  • IMG203 – Live Preparation Workshop for the AMC Clinical Exam
  • IMG204 – IMG Vocational Training Course

 

Method of Training

The methods of training include:

  • Seeing patients in a supervised setting
  • In-practice education, where you are guided by a medical supervisor
  • Self-paced learning, including completing online modules
  • Face-to-face educational activities, in a small group setting
  • Clinical examination workshop and tutorials
  • Australian Medical Council Exams preparation

Year One of the Program is delivered completely online through our Learning Management System (LMS).  In Year Two of the Program, most of the training is delivered by interactive practice-based teaching and experience, as well as online through the LMS.  The training involves patient-stimulated learning where registrars have direct contact with patients as well as in-practice teaching where you learn from talking to, watching and interacting with your clinical supervisor.  There are additional formal pre-planned activities, such as tutorials taught by your supervisor or other staff.  As a registrar completing the training program, you will receive full support and resources to ensure that you’re on the right track to meet the requirements of attaining General Registration and your AMC Certificate.

 

Completion of Training

Successful completion of the IMG Registrar Training Program will see graduates obtain the AMC Certificate from the Australian Medical Council, as well as General Registration with the Medical Board of Australia, subject to assessment by the Medical Board of Australia to established standards.  Conferral of this certification will open pathways for International Medical Graduates to pursue their career objectives within the Australian health care system including further specialist training pathways.

Extension of Training

Registrars who are unable to successfully complete the AMC Clinical Exam during Year Two of training may apply for extension of training to enable a re-test or repeat examination.  Extension of training is granted on a case-by-case basis and occurs in 12-month contract terms.  Extension of training is granted based upon feedback from the Training Practice Supervisor, and direction of the Medical Board of Australia with regards to the Registrar’s limited registration.  If extension of training is not granted for any reason, dismissal from the program will occur.

Your Salary

Registrars in Year Two of the IMG Registrar Training Program will be employed by accredited practices and will receive a salary during this part of their training.

The final salary is dependent upon the position and job classification, which also varies between various Australian States & Territories. A general salary range is between $75,000 and $105,000, plus the statutory rate of superannuation as determined by the Commonwealth, which is currently 9.5%.

 

Initial Application Form – Step 1

The initial step is to complete the online application form below. The online application will ask a series of questions to check your eligibility for the program.  You will also be asked to provide certain documentation and a CV. Refer to the ‘Enrolment’ tab above for further information about the application and competitive selection process.



IMG Registrar Training Program

The IMG Registrar Training Program is usually completed over a minimum 2-year period. The length of the training program may be reduced with recognition of prior learning.  Doctors of this program may require extensions of learning in order to meet all of the requirements of the program, which is granted on a case-by-case basis.

Recognition of prior learning allows direct entry into Year Two of the training program. However, positions are limited as priority is given to accommodating registrars who have completed Year One of the training program. Refer to the ‘Entry Requirements’ tab above for further information about the Year Two Direct Entry Pathway.

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Year One Curriculum

Year One of the IMG Registrar Training Program is completed online by distance education through our Canvas Learning Management System (LMS).  It is therefore possible to complete Year One of the program internationally.  Commencement of the program is also flexible, allowing for differing schedules between registrars, who often incorporate their studies into pre-existing medical practice.  Year One of the program may also be completed part-time to account for the varying schedules of candidates.

Year One Schedule

  • Hours of Study: 1880-2350 hours (1 year, full-time)
  • Delivery: Online
  • Number of Courses: 2 (IMG101, IMG102)

Semester 1

ScheduleModule
Week 1IMG101: Module 1 - Integument / Dermatology
Week 2-3IMG101: Module 2 - Head and Neck / ENT
Week 4-6IMG101: Module 3 - Nervous System / Neurology
Week 7-9IMG101: Module 4 - Musculoskeletal / Orthopaedics / Rheumatology
Week 10-12IMG101: Module 5 - Circulatory System / Heart / Vessels
Week 13-15IMG101: Module 6 - Respiratory System / Lungs / Chest Wall
Week 16-18IMG101: Module 7 - Gastrointestinal System / Abdomen / Abdominal Wall
Week 19-20IMG101: Module 8 - Breast / Endocrine System
Week 21-23IMG101: Module 9 - Female Reproductive System / Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Week 24 (End of Semester)IMG102: AMC MCQ Trial Exam 1
IMG102: AMC MCQ Trial Exam 2

Semester 2

ScheduleModule
Week 25-26IMG101: Module 10 - Haemopoietic System / Haematology / Blood / Blood Products
Week 27-29IMG101: Module 11 - Renal System / Urology / Male Reproductive System
Week 30IMG101: Module 12 - Mental State / Intellectual Function / Behavioural Problems
Week 31IMG101: Module 13 - Major Psychiatric Disorders / Drug & Alcohol Abuse
Week 32-33IMG101: Module 14 - Normal and Abnormal Growth & Development / Child Health / Paediatrics
Week 34-35IMG101: Module 15 - Nutrition / Metabolism
Week 36IMG101: Module 16 - Infectious Diseases
Week 37IMG101: Module 17 - Clinical Pharmacology
Week 38IMG101: Module 18 - Clinical Oncology
Week 39IMG101: Module 19 - Clinical Immunology
Week 40-41IMG101: Module 20 - Critical Care / Anaesthesia / Emergency Medicine
Week 42-43IMG101: Module 21 - General Practice / Public Health
Week 44IMG102: AMC MCQ Trial Exam 3
IMG102: AMC MCQ Trial Exam 4
Week 45IMG102: AMC MCQ Trial Exam 5
IMG102: AMC MCQ Trial Exam 6
Week 46IMG102: AMC MCQ Trial Exam 7
IMG102: AMC MCQ Trial Exam 8
Week 47IMG102: AMC MCQ Trial Exam 9
IMG102: AMC MCQ Trial Exam 10
Week 48 (End of Year Summative Assessment)Australian Medical Council CAT MCQ Exam

 

Year Two Curriculum

Year Two of the IMG Registrar Training Program is completed in Australia and includes full-time, salaried, vocational training within accredited practices throughout Australia.  The program is supervised and assessed by accredited medical practitioners and further training requirements include small group training, seminars, tutorials and online modules, which are mandatory and are completed outside of ordinary vocational training hours.

Year Two Schedule

  • Vocational supervised employment and training: full-time, 40-hours per week, 52 weeks (including leave entitlements)
  • Additional study: 800-1200 hours
  • Delivery: 1) supervised vocational training, 2) online tutorials and modules, 3) attendance workshops and lectures
  • Number of courses: 7 (GP100 / GP101 / PESCI102 / IMG201 / IMG202 / IMG203 / IMG204)

Commencement Curriculum

Prior to commencing at their allocated Training Practice, registrars complete a commencement curriculum to effectively orientate to the Australian health care system.  This is critical in ensuring a smooth transition into an unfamiliar environment.  The commencement curriculum includes the following course subjects:

  • GP100 – Essentials for Working as a Doctor in Australia
  • GP101 – Essentials for Orientation to Australian Medical Practice
  • PESCI102 – PESCI Interview Preparation Online Course

Semester 1

ScheduleModule
Pre-Commencement CurriculumGP100 - Essentials for Working as a Doctor in Australia
GP101 - Essentials for Orientation to Australian Medical Practice
PESCI102 - PESCI Interview Preparation Online Course
Summative AssessmentPESCI Interview
Week 1IMG201: Introduction to Medical History Taking
IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 2IMG201: Clinical Communication Skills (1) - Core Communication Skills
IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 3IMG201: Clinical Communication Skills (2) - History Taking
IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 4IMG201: Clinical Communication Skills (3) - History Taking
IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 5IMG201: Introduction to Physical Examination
IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 6IMG201: Cardiovascular System (1) - History & Physical Examination
IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 7IMG201: Cardiovascular System (2) - Diagnostic Formulation & Reasoning
IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 8IMG201: Cardiovascular System (3) - Management / Counselling / Education
IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 9IMG201: Cardiovascular System (4) - Paediatric Considerations
IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 10IMG201: Respiratory System (1) - History & Physical Examination
IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 11IMG201: Respiratory System (2) - Diagnostic Formulation & Reasoning
IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 12IMG201: Respiratory System (3) - Management / Counselling / Education
IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 13IMG201: Respiratory System (4) - Paediatric Considerations
IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Mid Semester Summative AssessmentWork Performance Assessment
Week 14IMG201: Musculoskeletal System (1) - History & Physical Examination
IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 15IMG201: Musculoskeletal System (2) - Diagnostic Formulation & Reasoning
IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 16IMG201: Musculoskeletal System (3) - Management / Counselling / Education
IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 17IMG201: Musculoskeletal System (4) - Paediatric Considerations
IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 18IMG201: Nervous System (1) - History & Physical Examination
IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 19IMG201: Nervous System (2) - Diagnostic Formulation & Reasoning
IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 20IMG201: Nervous System (3) - Management / Counselling / Education
IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 21IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 22IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 23IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 24IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 25IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 26IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Attendance WorkshopIMG203: Live Preparation Workshop for AMC Clinical Exam
End Semester Summative AssessmentWork Performance Assessment

Semester 2

ScheduleModule
Week 27IMG201: Nervous System (4) - Paediatric Considerations
IMG202: AMC Clinical Exam Advanced Strategies Course
IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 28IMG201: Gastrointestinal System (1) - History & Physical Examination
IMG202: AMC Clinical Exam Advanced Strategies Course
IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 29IMG201: Gastrointestinal System (2) - Diagnostic Formulation & Reasoning
IMG202: AMC Clinical Exam Advanced Strategies Course
IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 30IMG201: Gastrointestinal System (3) - Management / Counselling / Education
IMG202: AMC Clinical Exam Advanced Strategies Course
IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 31IMG201: Gastrointestinal System (4) - Paediatric Considerations
IMG202: AMC Clinical Exam Advanced Strategies Course
IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 32IMG201: Surgery (1) - Core Topics in Plastic, Vascular & Thoracic Surgery
IMG202: AMC Clinical Exam Advanced Strategies Course
IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 33IMG201: Surgery (2) - Core Topics in General, Intestinal & HPB Surgery
IMG202: AMC Clinical Exam Advanced Strategies Course
IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 34IMG201: Surgery (3) - Core Topics in Breast & Endocrine Surgery
IMG202: AMC Clinical Exam Advanced Strategies Course
IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 35IMG201: Urinary System
IMG202: AMC Clinical Exam Advanced Strategies Course
IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 36IMG201: Endocrine System
IMG202: AMC Clinical Exam Advanced Strategies Course
IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 37IMG201: Haematological System
IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 38IMG201: Eyes / Ears / Nose / Throat
IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 39IMG201: Women's Health (1) - History & Physical Examination
IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Mid-Semester Summative AssessmentWork Performance Assessment
Week 40IMG201: Women's Health (2) - Diagnostic Formulation & Reasoning
IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 41IMG201: Women's Health (3) - Management / Counselling / Education
IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 42IMG201: Women's Health (4) - Pregnancy Care
IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 43IMG201: Mental Health (1) - History Taking
IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 44IMG201: Mental Health (2) - Mental State Examination
IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 45IMG201: Mental Health (3) - Diagnostic Formulation & Reasoning
IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 46IMG201: Mental Health (4) - Management / Counselling / Education
IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 47IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 48IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 49IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 50IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 51IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Week 52IMG204: Vocational Supervised Employment
Final Summative AssessmentAMC Clinical Exam
End of Year Work Performance Assessment
Compliance with Medical Board of Australia regulatory requirements

IMG Registrar Training Program Locations

Year One

Year One of the IMG Registrar Training Program is completed online by distance education.  It is therefore possible to complete Year One of the program internationally.

Year Two

Year Two of the IMG Registrar Training Program is completed in Australia and includes full-time, salaried, vocational training within an accredited practice. Accredited practices are located throughout Australia and the employment positions are supervised by accredited medical practitioners. The IMG Registrar Training Program includes enrolment into the Live Preparation Workshop for the AMC Clinical Exam (IMG203), which is held on a regular basis.

How to Apply to the IMG Registrar Training Program

Selection into the IMG Registrar Training Program is merit-based and is competitive.  The application process seeks to identify doctors that would be suited to a career in Australian medical practice.

There are several steps to complete for selection into the IMG Registrar Training Program:

Step 1: Complete an Online Initial Application Form (see below)

Step 2: IMG Registrar Training Program eligibility check

Step 3: Pay your fees for the selection process*

Step 4: Follow the selection process

* Please note that this is a competitive selection process.  The fees for the selection process are not refundable if you are unsuccessful in your application.

 

Step 1: Complete an Online Initial Application Form

Applications for enrolment can be made via formal completion of the IMG Registrar Training Program Initial Application Form (below).

The online application will ask a series of questions to check your eligibility for the program.  You will also be asked to provide certain documentation and a CV.

 

Step 2: IMG Registrar Training Program Eligibility Check

Your initial online application will be assessed and an eligibility check will be completed to see if you have completed the application appropriately and met the criteria for application for entry into Year One of the IMG Registrar Training Program (or Year Two of the program via the Direct Entry Pathway – refer to ‘Entry Requirements’).

Note: While you may meet the eligibility criteria for consideration of selection into the IMG Registrar Training Program, you will still need to meet 1) government immigration and visa regulatory requirements, 2) requirements of the Medical Board of Australia and 3) Medicare provider number requirements.  These factors are independent of your application and are administered independently by relevant Government and registration authorities.

 

Step 3: Pay your fees for the selection process

There is a non-refundable application fee for administrative requirements of the selection process.  This is payable once your initial online application has been assessed to be completed correctly.  The current fees are $700 (excl. GST if applicable).

 

Step 4: Follow the selection process

The selection process for the IMG Registrar Training Program includes a structured clinical interview conducted by medical practitioners.  The selection process will identify the best candidates with a genuine interest in a career in Medicine in Australia.  The selection process will also consider relevant education, and seek to identify those who have a history of commitment and initiative. Refer to the ‘Entry Requirements’ tab above for further details on the selection process.

 

Initial Application Form

The initial step is to complete the online application form below. The online application will ask a series of questions to check your eligibility for the program.  You will also be asked to provide certain documentation and a CV. Refer to the ‘Enrolment’ tab above for further information about the application and competitive selection process.



Eligibility – Entry into Year One of the Program

Applicants applying for entry into Year One of the IMG Registrar Training Program must complete all fields in the online initial application form. Note that progression to Year Two of the IMG Registrar Training Program requires the candidate to meet additional criteria, which must be satisfactorily achieved to allow progression.  These criteria are required to be met for progression to Year Two of the IMG Registrar Training Program.  Failure to meet these requirements may lead to dismissal from the program.

 

Selection Criteria

Selection into the IMG Registrar Training Program is competitive.  The criterion and weighting of selection criteria includes:

  • Curriculum Vitae – 50%
  • Structured Clinical Interview – 50%

Curriculum Vitae

During scoring of an application, points will be awarded for the following:

  • Clinical Experience
  • Higher Degree
  • Research Publications
  • Research Presentations at International Meetings
  • Prizes & Awards

Structured Clinical Interview

The structured interview will be scored with points awarded for the following:

  • Medical interviewing skills
  • Physical examination skills
  • Clinical judgement
  • Treatment / advice
  • Procedural Skills
  • Communication skills
  • Professionalism

 

Eligibility – Progression to Year Two

In order to progress to Year Two of the IMG Registrar Training Program, candidates must pass summative assessment (refer to the ‘Exit Examination’ tab above for further information) and must also meet the following requirements:

  • Satisfy Department of Immigration and Border Protection (http://www.border.gov.au) requirements regarding working in Australia;
  • Satisfy Department of Health / Department of Human Services requirements for obtaining a valid Medicare Provider Number for medical practice in Australia;
  • Satisfy Medical Board of Australia registration standard requirements

Department of Immigration and Border Protection

Registrars must obtain a valid working visa through the Department of Immigration and Border Protection.  This is to be obtained independently.

Department of Health & Department of Human Services

For most training practice positions, Registrars must obtain and maintain a valid Medicare Provider Number and must comply with relevant sections of applicable law.

Medical Board of Australia

Registrars must meet minimum Registration Standards to obtain Limited Registration from the Medical Board of Australia.

The minimum Registration Standards include:

1. Meet the requirements in the Board’s approved registration standards for:

  • English language skills
  • Recency of practice
  • Professional indemnity insurance, and
  • Continuing professional development

2. Comply with the Board’s proof of identity policy as published on either the Board or the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) websites

3. Provide evidence of having been awarded a primary degree in medicine and surgery, after completing an approved course of study at a medical school listed in the current International Medical Education Directory (IMED) of the Foundation for Advancement of International Medical Education and Research (FAIMER), or other publications approved by the Australian Medical Council (AMC) and/or Board. An approved course of study means that you must be able to demonstrate that you have completed a medical curriculum of at least four academic years (full-time equivalent), leading to an entitlement to registration in the country issuing the degree to practise clinical medicine

4. Provide evidence that you have applied for, or have the results of, primary source verification of medical qualifications from the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) International Credentials Service (EICS)

5. Provide evidence of successful completion of a medical internship or comparable. The Board may issue guidance on what defines a comparable medical internship.

6. Provide a curriculum vitae that meets the standard format that has been approved by the Board

7. Provide details of past registration history: you are also required to arrange for the Board to receive certificates of good standing / registration status (or equivalent type of certificate) from each registration authority that you have been registered with in the previous 10 years. The certificates should be supplied, where possible, directly to the Board from the relevant registration authority

8. Satisfactorily complete a criminal history check in accordance with guidance issued from time to time by the Board of AHPRA

The above is not exhaustive.  Further information regarding the minimum registration standards are available through the AHPRA website at www.ahpra.gov.au

 

Recognition of Prior Learning – Year Two Direct Entry Pathway

Candidates who have passed the AMC CAT MCQ may apply directly for entry into Year Two of the IMG Registrar Training Program.

Candidates who have additionally passed the AMC Clinical Exam and hold a valid AMC Certificate may also apply for entry into Year Two of the IMG Registrar Training Program.

Recognition of prior learning is only valid for Year One subjects.  All candidates must enrol in and complete all Year Two subjects regardless of prior learning or qualifications obtained.  All candidates must meet Year Two eligibility requirements in order to secure or maintain a position in the IMG Registrar Training Program.

 

Assessment

Registrars undergo rigorous assessment throughout the IMG Registrar Training Program.   This includes a combination of theoretical and practical based assessment.

Year One Summative Examination

  • Australian Medical Council MCQ CAT Exam1

Year Two Summative Examination

Initial Commencement Assessment

  • PESCI (Pre-Employment Structured Clinical Interview) Exam2
  • Compliance with Government regulatory requirements3

Regular Assessment

  • Quarterly Assessment Report

Registrars in Year Two of the program are formerly assessed on a quarterly basis.  Assessment reports are also forwarded for review by the Medical Board of Australia.

Exit Examination

  • AMC Clinical Exam1
  • End of Year Work Performance Report
  • Compliance with Medical Board of Australia regulatory requirements3

Notes:

1The Australian Medical Council MCQ CAT Exam and Clinical Exam (AMC Examination) is conducted independently.  The fees for this examination are not included in course fees for the IMG Registrar Training Program.

2The PESCI (Pre-Employment Structured Clinical Interview) Exam is conducted independently.  The fees for the PESCI are not included in course fees for the IMG Registrar Training Program.

3Compliance with Medical Board of Australia or other government regulatory requirements are legal obligations on the registrar and any associated costs are not included in course fees for the IMG Registrar Training Program.

Failure to pass summative examination may lead to dismissal from the program.  

METC Institute is an independent organisation and is NOT affiliated with the Australian Medical Council or with the Medical Board of Australia.

Academic Faculty

The IMG Registrar Training Program is designed and delivered by Specialist Doctors and Senior Lecturers from leading Australian University medical schools and teaching hospitals. Minimum qualification standards include MBBS with specialist qualification and registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

 

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