Training Programs

Timeframe

Three months minimum, two years maximum to complete the program logbook and examination requirements.

(Four years if completing multiple programs concurrently)

Eligibility

You must be:

• In your first or subsequent postgraduate year (PGY1) and either:
  •  Providing shared antenatal care with a recognised facility, or practising in an established GP practice where a suitable training mentor is available.
  • An RACGP and/or ACRRM registrar in a GP placement where a suitable training mentor is available.
  • Commencing or currently undertaking a hospital appointment in an obstetric RMO rotation, generally for a minimum of three months.

Approved Training Sites

Accredited hospital and/or GP practice with approved RANZCOG training supervision.

Course Content

• In-training skills log
• Workplace-based assessments (WBAs)
• Training experience log
• Workshops
• Examination

Timeframe

Six months minimum, two years maximum to complete the program logbook and examination requirements.

(Four years if completing multiple programs concurrently)

Eligibility

You must be:

• Enrolled or completed the CWH (and maintained membership).
• In your second or subsequent postgraduate year (PGY2).
• Commencing or currently undertaking a hospital appointment at a RANZCOG-approved training site.

Approved Training Sites

Accredited hospital, or a combination of accredited hospital and/or GP practice with approved RANZCOG training supervision.

Course Content

• In-training skills log
• Workplace-based assessments (WBAs)
• Training experience log
• Workshops
• Examination

Timeframe

Up to two years from date of enrolment.

Eligibility

You must have:

Completed and maintained the Certificate of Women’s Health, PTP or APTP, and meet one of the following requirements:

• Completed either University of Auckland Postgraduate Certificate in Health Sciences (PGCertHSc) or University of Otago Postgraduate Certificate in Women’s Health (PGCertWHlth).
• Completed or enrolled into either University of Auckland Postgraduate Diploma in Obstetrics and Medical Gynaecology (PGDipOMG) or University of Otago Postgraduate Diploma in Obstetrics and Medical Gynaecology (PGDipOMG).

Approved Training Sites

Not applicable.

Course Content

• Twelve modules and three workshops

Timeframe

Six years, consisting of four years of basic training and 2 years of advanced training.

Eligibility

You must be:

• Qualified in Medicine and Surgery, with a primary degree issued in Australia or Aotearoa New Zealand, or from an approved international institution.
• Completed postgraduate year 2 (PGY2) or above.
• Secured an accredited training position.
• Obtained prospective approval of your training position from RANZCOG

Approved Training Sites

Not applicable.

Course Content

• Rotation through a minimum of two different hospitals, including a hospital other than your ‘home’ or ‘base’ hospital, and a rural hospital.