Recognition of Prior Learning Policy and Procedure

Learn how to gain recognition of prior learning (RPL) for trainees selected into the Fellowship of RANZCOG (FRANZCOG) and Subspecialty training programs.

Fellowship of RANZCOG training program

Trainees who have been selected for the FRANZCOG training program and have obtained an accredited first-year training position may be eligible to apply for recognition of some previous experience or training toward the specialist training program.

Eligibility

To be eligible for recognition of prior learning, you must:

Have secured an accredited first-year training post, and
Meet one of the four eligibility criteria outlined in the Recognition of Prior Learning for FRANZCOG Training.

Recognition of Prior Learning Policy (FRANZCOG training)

Apply – FRANZCOG

To apply for Recognition of Prior Learning, please complete the online application form. Application deadline: 30 September of the year of offer.

Further information, including eligibility criteria and application requirements, is available in the Recognition of Prior Learning Policy for FRANZCOG Training.

Application Form

Subspecialty training program

Where an applicant has completed training in a subspecialty field, it may be counted towards their required training period, reducing the training time as required by the program.

Applicants can apply to one of the five subspecialty training programs:

Recognition of Prior Learning Policy (Subspecialty training)

Apply

Applications must be made to RANZCOG at the time the applicant is applying for prospective approval of their first-year accredited training position in the applicable training program.

Application Form