Training Towards Fellowship of ACRRM

The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) is accredited by the Australian Medical Council to deliver a comprehensive training and assessment program that leads to the award of Fellowship of ACRRM (FACRRM).

The four-year training program would typically include:

Other requirements for gaining Fellowship include successfully completing the Assessment components, the approved emergency medicine courses (please see below), and online modules on RRMEO (Rural and Remote Medical Education Online).

Training Posts

All doctors training towards Fellowship of ACRRM must be supervised by ACRRM-accredited training providers and teachers in ACRRM-accredited training posts. For more information on the College's policy and standards, please visit the Training Posts page.

ACRRM’s Core Curriculum

The curriculum outlines the goals of the College’s Vocational Training program and the minimum standards of performance required to be eligible for the award of Fellowship of ACRRM.

ACRRM Primary Curriculum 3rd Edition

Emergency Medicine

To read the policy statement for this mandatory component, or to see a list of ACRRM-approved emergency medicine courses, please click:

Emergency Medicine Course Requirements Policy Statement 
Accredited Emergency Medicine Courses

Assessment

The process for assessing registrars for the award of Fellowship is outlined on the Assessment page. You'll find all the relevant forms and background information, as well videos of examples of the StAMPS examinations.

Why FACRRM?

Recognition of prior learning (RPL)

ACRRM’s training pathways are designed to be flexible and to recognise prior learning and experience. Applications for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) are assessed by the College Censor and the amount of time awarded will depend on the nature of the previous experience, the environment in which it was gained and its relevance to ACRRM’s Primary and advanced curricula.

AGPT and RVTS Registrars are required to contact their Regional Training Provider or RVTS for RPL forms, guidance on applying, and a letter of recommendation to accompany their RPL application. Please lodge your completed RPL application with your RTP, who will forward it to ACRRM.

Flexible training program

Fellowship of ACRRM

Successful completion of all training and assessment requirements entitles you to apply for the award of Fellowship of ACRRM (FACRRM).

Vocational Recognition

For Medicare purposes, Fellowship of ACRRM certifies vocational recognition as a general practitioner, and it entitles you to work in general practice anywhere in Australia.

In addition, skills and qualifications acquired while training towards FACRRM may also gain you credit towards other specialist medical qualifications or university awards.

Broad scope of practice
Fellows of ACRRM (as a rural medical generalist) have a broad scope of practice and have specific skills and training to independently diagnose, treat, and manage a diverse range of medical and surgical conditions.

The ACRRM Registrar Committee

The Registrar Committee provides registrars of the College with a formal opportunity to provide feedback, suggestions, and advice to the ACRRM Board. The Registrar Committee also represents the views of registrars in all Standards Committees of the College. If you are interested in nominating for the Registrar Committee, please read the Terms of Reference.

Training Pathways

Vocational Preparation Pathway

You can apply for a place in the government-supported Vocational Preparation Pathway through the Australian General Practice Training Program. For more information on the AGPT Program, please visit the Australian General Practice Training website: www.agpt.com.au.

To enrol:

Click here to print and fax enrolment form

Click here to enrol now online

Independent Pathway

The ACRRM Independent Pathway will suit experienced practitioners who prefer self-directed learning. This full-fee pathway is a very flexible way for registrars to meet the requirements for vocational competency in general practice and attain Fellowship of ACRRM.

Applications for the 2010 intake are now closed. The 2011 intake is planned open in February 2011.

Guide to Applying (2010)(274 kb)

Fees Schedule and Policy (2010) (154 kb)

Application Form (2010) (260kb)

Referees' Report form (2010) (210 kb)

Remote Vocational Training Scheme (RVTS) Pathway

This structured distance-education pathway is a flexible way for FACRRM registrars working in more remote communities to meet the requirements for vocational registration. To enrol with ACRRM on this pathway you must first be enrolled with RVTS. For more information please visit the RVTS website: www.rvts.org.au.

To enrol:

Click here to print and fax enrolment form

Click here to enrol now online

Other Resources for Registrars

Fellowship: Vocational Training Handbook

FAQs (about Vocational Training)

Assessment for Fellowship

More Information?

For more information, or to discuss any issues concerning your training or assessment, please contact the ACRRM Vocational Training Team by phone or email:

Freecall 1800 223 226
Email: trainingacrrm [dot] org [dot] au.

Feedback

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If you would prefer to use phone, email, or post, you'll find this information on our Contact page. 

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