Advanced Specialised Training (AST) undertaken outside of training is an excellent opportunity for doctors to grow skills in a specific area. Training is undertaken over 15 months or 24 months for Rural Generalist Surgery.
AST outside of training includes the following disciplines:
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health
- Academic Practice
- Adult Internal Medicine
- Emergency Medicine
- Mental Health
- Paediatrics
- Palliative Care
- Population Health
- Remote Medicine
- Surgery
To apply for AST outside of training, please complete the application form
Fees
Type | Description | Cost | Payable |
Upfront Fees | |||
| Application Fee | The Application Fee covers the costs of the application and the selection process. | $1,425* | Upon application |
Ongoing Fees | |||
| Administration Fee | The administration fee covers administrative support and records management while on the AST program. | $2,194.50*^ | annually |
Legend: * Non-refundable, ^ GST free. Fees subject to change/annual fee.