Updates to the RANZCOG CPD program in 2024
Learn more about the new mandatory CPD requirements that will come into effect from 1 January 2024.
Please note that this page details ALL of the updated requirements that will apply to the RANZCOG CPD program for 2024.
CPD for cultural safety, health inequities, professionalism and ethics — all Fellows (and CPD affiliates from 2024)
What is this new requirement?
There is no set number of hours for engagement in these areas during 2024; however, when preparing your professional development plan (PDP), engagement in these activities should include opportunities for reflection on your own biases and attitudes, to help you understand how these can impact patient care.
Please follow the relevant link below for further information on CPD activities that can support you.
Who will need to complete this new requirement from 2024?
All Fellows (and CPD affiliates from 2024)
Evidence of completion of activities must be uploaded to your CPD portal
Completion of any activities that align to any of these areas can be tracked on your CPD dashboard
CPD for bullying, discrimination and sexual harassment — RANZCOG Board/Council Members/Committee Chairs and Training Supervisors
What is this new requirement?
Who will need to complete this new requirement from 2024?
RANZCOG Board/Council Members/Committee Chairs — every two years
Completion of the Operating with Respect module will be uploaded to your CPD portal and tracked on your CPD dashboard
RANZCOG Training Supervisors — every three years
Completion of the Operating with Respect module will be uploaded to your CPD portal and tracked on your CPD dashboard
Evidence of completion of an equivalent training program must be uploaded to your CPD portal
What constitutes an equivalent training program?
An equivalent training program must include education in the following areas:
What constitutes a respectful workplace?
Acceptable standards of professional behaviour in a healthcare setting
Identifying unacceptable behaviour in healthcare
Impact of unacceptable behaviour on individuals, team performance and patient safety
Intervention strategies and responses to unacceptable behaviours
Recognising and managing stressors that may contribute to unacceptable behaviour
Exercising professional responsibility to speak up when exposed to unacceptable behaviours
Locating personal and shared support resources to assist with addressing unacceptable behaviours in the workplace
CPD for cultural safety training — RANZCOG Board/Council Members/Committee Chairs and Training Supervisors
What is this new requirement?
Mandatory completion of one of the following training programs:
Introduction to Cultural Safety (Australia) — online program developed by the Australian Indigenous Doctor’s Association (AIDA)
Cultural Safety Training Program (Australia) — developed by AIDA
Application of Hui Process/Meihana Model to Clinical Practice (Aotearoa New Zealand)
Employer cultural safety programs
Who will need to complete this new requirement from 2024?
RANZCOG Board/Council Members/Committee Chairs — every two years
RANZCOG Training Supervisors — every three years