FRANZCOG Advanced Training Pathways (ATP)
Learn about the requirements to progress to advanced training, along with the various pathways to choose from. Contact UsProgressing to Advanced Training
To apply to progress to Advanced Training, Trainees must have completed:
- Minimum 184 weeks of credited Basic Training and,
- All Basic Training requirements, including written and oral examinations
For any assistance with your requirements, please contact training@ranzcog.edu.au.
Advanced training requirements
The following must be completed during your advanced training:
- Research requirement
- All other requirements per mandatory Advanced Training Pathway (ATP)
- All requirements as specified in elective special interest modules (SIMs) and/ or other openly available elective Advanced Training Modules (ATMs)
Please refer to your “FRANZCOG requirement summary” page on My.RANZCOG for due dates specific to your commencement date and elected Advanced Training Module.
Planning your ATP
Prior to commencing Advanced Training, you must submit your Advanced Training Pathway (ATP) requirements for prospective approval via My.RANZCOG.
As part of the prospective approval process, the College will confirm that your training site can provide sufficient clinical experience to support your Advanced Training program.
Select the advanced training pathway and your cohort to find the relevant information for your program.
| Cohort | Pathway | Requirements | hf:doc_categories | hf:tax:atp-cohort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| From 1 February 2027 | Generalist Obstetrics and Gynaecology Pathway | Trainees undertaking the Generalist Obstetrics and Gynaecology Pathway must complete the following ATMs:
The Generalist Obstetrics and Gynaecology Pathway ATMs may be undertaken concurrently, over a minimum of 46 weeks of prospectively approved advanced training. Estimated lengths of each ATM are provided in the curriculum document. Generalist Obstetrics and Gynaecology Advanced Training Pathway | generalist-obstetrics-and-gynaecology-pathway atp-categories | from-1-february-2027 |
| From 1 February 2027 | Advanced Obstetrics Pathway | Trainees undertaking the Advanced Obstetrics Pathway must complete the following ATMs:
The Advanced Obstetrics Advanced Training Pathway ATMs may be undertaken concurrently, over a minimum of 46 weeks (FTE) of prospectively approved Advanced Training. Estimated lengths of each ATM are provided in the curriculum document. | advanced-obstetrics-pathway atp-categories | from-1-february-2027 |
| From 1 February 2027 | Sexual and Reproductive Health Pathway | Mandatory modules Trainees undertaking the Sexual and Reproductive Health Pathway must complete the following ATMs:
Elective modules Mandatory requirement to complete minimum of two:
The Sexual and Reproductive Health Pathway ATMs may be undertaken concurrently; estimated lengths of each ATM are provided in the curriculum document. | sexual-and-reproductive-health-pathway atp-categories | from-1-february-2027 |
| From 1 February 2027 | Rural Obstetrics and Gynaecology Specialist Pathway | Rural Obstetrics and Gynaecology Specialist Pathway is a funded project under the Department of Health and Aged Care, Flexible Approach to Training in Expanded Settings (FATES). Whilst the funding has been fully allocated, Trainees interested in a career in rural Obstetrics and Gynaecology are encouraged to pursue this pathway. The Rural Pathway may only be undertaken at Modified Monash Model (MMM) 3-7 sites. Training sites are not required to apply for Rural Pathway status. Eligibility will be assessed through the standard Prospective Approval process. MM2 sites with substantial outreach services to MM3-7 communities and that meet the requirements of the pathway, may request consideration for Rural Pathway approval. Requests will be reviewed by the relevant State or Territory Training Accreditation Committee. For further information, please contact training@ranzcog.edu.au. Trainees undertaking the Rural Obstetrics and Gynaecology Specialist ATP must complete the following ATMs:
The Rural Obstetrics and Gynaecology Specialist Pathway ATMs may be undertaken concurrently; estimated lengths of each ATM are provided in the curriculum document. Rural Obstetrics and Gynaecology Specialist Advanced Training Pathway | rural-obstetrics-and-gynaecology-specialist-pathway atp-categories | from-1-february-2027 |
| From 1 February 2027 | Academic Pathway | To undertake the academic pathway, trainees must be approved under the Academic Stream. Trainees undertaking the Academic Pathway must complete the following ATMs: Trainees are expected to complete the training and assessment requirements for the Academic ATP over 92 weeks (FTE) of satisfactorily completed prospectively approved Advanced Training. To note 46 Weeks can be credited by virtue of completing the PHD. These ATMs may be undertaken concurrently; estimated lengths of each ATM are provided in the curriculum document. The Academic Pathway ATMs may be undertaken concurrently; estimated lengths of each ATM are provided in the curriculum document. Academic Stream trainees are able to undertake other Advanced Training Pathways; however will need to ensure that the Academic Pathway ATMs have also been completed. | academic-pathway atp-categories | from-1-february-2027 |
| From 1 February 2027 | Subspecialist Pathway | Trainees undertaking the Subspecialist Pathway must complete the following ATM: The Essential Obstetrics and Gynaecology Skills ATM may be undertaken over a minimum of 26 weeks (FTE) of prospectively approved advanced training. Only trainees who are selected and enrolled in one of the five RANZCOG-approved Subspecialty Training Program can undertake the Subspecialist Advanced Training Pathway. Subspecialty trainees can undertake other RANZCOG Advanced Training Pathways in place of the Subspecialty Advanced Training Pathway. | subspecialist-pathway atp-categories | from-1-february-2027 |
| Between 3 February 2025 and 31 January 2027 | Generalist Obstetrics and Gynaecology Pathway | Trainees undertaking the Generalist Obstetrics and Gynaecology Pathway must complete the following ATMs:
The Generalist Obstetrics and Gynaecology Pathway ATMs may be undertaken concurrently, over a minimum of 46 weeks of prospectively approved advanced training. Estimated lengths of each ATM are provided in the curriculum document. Generalist Obstetrics and Gynaecology Advanced Training Pathway | generalist-obstetrics-and-gynaecology-pathway atp-categories | between-3-february-2025-and-31-january-2027 |
| Between 3 February 2025 and 31 January 2027 | Advanced Obstetrics Pathway | Trainees undertaking the Advanced Obstetrics Pathway must complete the following ATMs:
The Advanced Obstetrics Advanced Training Pathway ATMs may be undertaken concurrently, over a minimum of 46 weeks (FTE) of prospectively approved Advanced Training. Estimated lengths of each ATM are provided in the curriculum document. | advanced-obstetrics-pathway atp-categories | between-3-february-2025-and-31-january-2027 |
| Between 3 February 2025 and 31 January 2027 | Sexual and Reproductive Health Pathway | Mandatory modules Trainees undertaking the Sexual and Reproductive Health Pathway must complete the following ATMs:
Elective modules Mandatory requirement to complete minimum of two:
The Sexual and Reproductive Health Pathway ATMs may be undertaken concurrently; estimated lengths of each ATM are provided in the curriculum document. | sexual-and-reproductive-health-pathway atp-categories | between-3-february-2025-and-31-january-2027 |
| Between 3 February 2025 and 31 January 2027 | Rural Obstetrics and Gynaecology Specialist Pathway | Rural Obstetrics and Gynaecology Specialist Pathway is a funded project under the Department of Health and Aged Care, Flexible Approach to Training in Expanded Settings (FATES). Whilst the funding has been fully allocated, Trainees interested in a career in rural Obstetrics and Gynaecology are encouraged to pursue this pathway. The Rural Pathway may only be undertaken at Modified Monash Model (MMM) 3-7 sites. Training sites are not required to apply for Rural Pathway status. Eligibility will be assessed through the standard Prospective Approval process. MM2 sites with substantial outreach services to MM3-7 communities and that meet the requirements of the pathway, may request consideration for Rural Pathway approval. Requests will be reviewed by the relevant State or Territory Training Accreditation Committee. For further information, please contact training@ranzcog.edu.au. Trainees undertaking the Rural Obstetrics and Gynaecology Specialist ATP must complete the following ATMs:
The Rural Obstetrics and Gynaecology Specialist Pathway ATMs may be undertaken concurrently; estimated lengths of each ATM are provided in the curriculum document. Rural Obstetrics and Gynaecology Specialist Advanced Training Pathway | rural-obstetrics-and-gynaecology-specialist-pathway atp-categories | between-3-february-2025-and-31-january-2027 |
| Between 3 February 2025 and 31 January 2027 | Academic Pathway | To undertake the academic pathway, trainees must be approved under the Academic Stream. Trainees undertaking the Academic Pathway must complete the following ATMs: Trainees are expected to complete the training and assessment requirements for the Academic ATP over 92 weeks (FTE) of satisfactorily completed prospectively approved Advanced Training. To note 46 Weeks can be credited by virtue of completing the PHD. These ATMs may be undertaken concurrently; estimated lengths of each ATM are provided in the curriculum document. The Academic Pathway ATMs may be undertaken concurrently; estimated lengths of each ATM are provided in the curriculum document. Academic Stream trainees are able to undertake other Advanced Training Pathways; however will need to ensure that the Academic Pathway ATMs have also been completed. | academic-pathway atp-categories | between-3-february-2025-and-31-january-2027 |
| Between 3 February 2025 and 31 January 2027 | Subspecialist Pathway | Trainees undertaking the Subspecialist Pathway must complete the following ATM: The Essential Obstetrics and Gynaecology Skills ATM may be undertaken over a minimum of 26 weeks (FTE) of prospectively approved advanced training. Only trainees who are selected and enrolled in one of the five RANZCOG-approved Subspecialty Training Program can undertake the Subspecialist Advanced Training Pathway. Subspecialty trainees can undertake other RANZCOG Advanced Training Pathways in place of the Subspecialty Advanced Training Pathway. | subspecialist-pathway atp-categories | between-3-february-2025-and-31-january-2027 |
| Before 3 February 2025 | Generalist Obstetrics and Gynaecology Pathway | Trainees undertaking the Generalist Obstetrics and Gynaecology Pathway must complete the following:
The Generalist Obstetrics and Gynaecology Pathway ATMs may be undertaken concurrently over a minimum of 46 weeks (FTE), or individually over a minimum of 23 weeks (FTE) per module of prospectively approved Advanced Training. | generalist-obstetrics-and-gynaecology-pathway atp-categories | before-3-february-2025 |
| Before 3 February 2025 | Advanced Obstetrics Pathway | Trainees undertaking the Advanced Obstetrics pathway must complete the following:
The Advanced Obstetrics Pathway must be completed over a minimum of 46 weeks (FTE) of prospectively approved Advanced Training. Advanced Obstetrics ATM Guide | advanced-obstetrics-pathway atp-categories | before-3-february-2025 |
| Before 3 February 2025 | Sexual and Reproductive Health Pathway | Mandatory modules Trainees undertaking the Sexual and Reproductive Health Pathway must complete the following ATMs:
The Essential Obstetrics and Gynaecology Skills ATM must be completed over a minimum of 46 weeks. Elective modules Mandatory requirement to complete minimum of two:
The Sexual and Reproductive Health Pathway ATMs may be undertaken concurrently; estimated lengths of each ATM are provided in the curriculum document. | sexual-and-reproductive-health-pathway atp-categories | before-3-february-2025 |
| Before 3 February 2025 | Academic Pathway | To undertake the academic pathway, trainees must be approved under the Academic Stream. Trainees undertaking the Academic pathway must complete the following: The Essential Obstetrics and Gynaecology Skills ATM must be completed over a minimum of 46 weeks. Academic Stream trainees are able to undertake other Advanced Training Pathways; however will need to ensure that the Academic Pathway ATMs have also been completed. | academic-pathway atp-categories | before-3-february-2025 |
| Before 3 February 2025 | Subspecialist Pathway | To undertake the Subspecialist Pathway, trainees must be enrolled in a RANZCOG-approved Subspecialty Training Program. Trainees Undertaking the Subspecialist Pathway must complete one of the following options:
Subspecialty trainees can undertake other RANZCOG Advanced Training Pathways in place of the Subspecialty Advanced Training Pathway. | subspecialist-pathway atp-categories | before-3-february-2025 |
The College also offers a suite of optional special-interest Advanced Training Modules (SIMs), as outlined below.
Please note: it is advisable not to undertake more than two ATMs concurrently during the training period.
Step 1.
Secure a suitable ATP position.
Step 2.
Submit documentation via the online learning platform for prospective approval of training, including relevant form.
Download the relevant ATP Prospective Approval Supplement Form for your cohort:
Step 1.
Complete ATP requirements within the designated timeframe.
Step 2.
Submit the ATP Completion form via the online learning platform, including a signature from your Training Supervisor and Head of Department.
Download the relevant ATP Completion Form for your cohort: