Subspecialty Training Programs
Our five subspecialty training programs promote the concentration of highly specialised expertise in obstetrics and gynaecology, while also extending the standard of care for all women. Choose your SubspecialtyContact Us
Subspecialties
Certification in Gynaecological Oncology (CGO)
The CGO will equip you with the expert knowledge and skills to comprehensively manage women with a gynaecological malignancy.
Certification in Maternal Fetal Medicine (CMFM)
The CMFM will equip you with the expert knowledge and skills to diagnose and treat patients with complicated pregnancies, and to ensure a continuum of excellence in care from the fetal to newborn periods.
Certification in Obstetrical and Gynaecological Ultrasound (COGU)
The COGU will equip you with the expert knowledge and skill to perform all aspects of ultrasound diagnosis relating to obstetrics and gynaecology.
Certification in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (CREI)
The CREI will equip you with the expert knowledge and skills to comprehensively manage patients with reproductive endocrine disorders and infertility, and to become a leader within an assisted conception unit.
Certification in Urogynaecology (CU)
The CU will equip you with the expert knowledge and skills to comprehensively manage patients with urogynaecological disorders.
Submission dates – 2025
Please see below for a list of submission dates for prospective approvals (PA), formative appraisal reports (3MA) and training assessment records (6MA).
Semester 1
Monday 3 February to Sunday 3 August (2025)
| Requirement | Submission deadline |
| Prospective approval (PA) of training (Semesters 1 and 2, 2025) |
Monday 9 December 2024 |
| Three-monthly Formative Appraisal Report (3MA) (for the three-month period prior to Sunday 4 May) |
Sunday 1 June 2025 |
| Training Assessment Record (6MA) (for period ending Sunday 3 August; includes six-monthly consultant summative assessment) |
Sunday 14 September 2025 |
Semester 2
Monday 4 August (2025) to Sunday 1 February (2026)
| Requirement | Submission deadline |
| Prospective approval (PA) of training (for semester 2, 2025, only if not already approved) |
Monday 9 June 2025 |
| Three-monthly Formative Appraisal Report (3MA) (for the three-month period prior to Sunday 2 November) |
Sunday 30 November 2025 |
| Six-monthly Training Assessment Record (6MA) (for period ending Sunday 1 February; includes six-monthly consultant summative assessment) |
Sunday 15 March 2026 |
Fees
| Fee name | Type | $AUD | $NZD | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Subscription Fellows in Subspecialist Training | Membership fee | $2,582 inc GST | $2,979 inc GST | Due 1 July annually. Only applicable to Fellows currently in subspecialty training. |
| CMFM In-Hospital Clinical Examination (IHCE) | Examination fee | $2,267 no GST | * | Payable on application |
| Recognition Prior Learning Assessment Fee (Subspecialty) | Recognition of prior learning fee | $5,621 no GST | * | Submit with application |
| Subspecialty Certification Fee | Certificant fee | $1,399 no GST | * | Payable on application |
| Subspecialty Oral Examination (CGO, CMFM, COGU or CREI) | Examination fee | $6,432 no GST | * | Payable when registration confirmed |
| Subspecialty Post-Year 3 Annual Training Fee | Training fee | $2,811 no GST | * | Due 31 January annually (50% fee reduction when clinical training completed) |
| Subspecialty Selection Application Fee | Selection fee | $507 no GST | * | Submit with application |
| Subspecialty Selection Interview Fee | Selection fee | $1,965 no GST | * | One-time fee, payable at offer of interview |
| Subspecialty Written Examination (CGO, CMFM, COGU, CREI or CU) | Examination fee | $2,823 no GST | * | Payable when registration confirmed |
| Subspecialty Years 1–3 Annual Clinical Training Fee | Training fee | $5,621 no GST | * | Due 31 January annually |
*Training and examination fees are payable in Australian dollars (AUD), and are not subject to Australian GST.
Taking leave
During each training year, you’re entitled to take:
- Six weeks of annual leave
- Two weeks (10 days) of study-conference leave (which is recognised as active clinical services professional development)
To document annual or professional development leave, you and your supervisor must sign off on the type of leave and number of weeks taken when submitting the relevant six-monthly summative assessment.
The College does not require prospective approval of annual or professional development leave.
Training resources
CPD Program
Explore your CPD requirements to maintain your Fellow status.
Examinations
Find exam dates, resources and registration information for our five subspecialty training programs.
Governance Resources
Outlining the regulations, constitution policies, procedures and code of conduct that the College is governed by.
Member Wellbeing
Supporting subspecialty trainees while advocating for systemic improvements in the places where they work.
Policies and Procedures
View all of the policies and procedures that underpin the work of the College.
SIMGs
Information for international doctors and specialists looking to explore our subspecialty training programs.
Statements and Guidelines
The College’s statements and guidelines inform the highest standard of clinical practice by our specialists.
Training Supervisors
Find information and support for current and prospective training supervisors and mentors.
Training Units
Explore the list of accredited subspecialty training units and program directors for each program.
Policies and procedures
| Policy | Category | Link | hf:doc_categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appeals Procedures: Reconsideration, Review and Appeal of Decisions | Governance and Legal | governance-and-legal policies-and-procedures | |
| Complaints Policy | Governance and Legal | governance-and-legal policies-and-procedures | |
| Deferral of Training Policy | Training | training policies-and-procedures | |
| Election of Representatives onto Subspecialty Committees Policy and Procedure | Elections | elections policies-and-procedures | |
| Examinations Policy and Procedure | Training | training policies-and-procedures | |
| Exceptional Circumstances and Special Consideration Policy | Training | training policies-and-procedures | |
| Removal from Training Program Policy and Procedure | Training | training policies-and-procedures | |
| Subspecialties Scholarly Elective Policy | Training | training policies-and-procedures | |
| Subspecialties Training and Assessment Documentation Policy and Procedure | Training | training policies-and-procedures | |
| Trainee and SIMG in Difficulty Policy | Training | training policies-and-procedures | |
| Training and Associated Fees Policy | Training | training policies-and-procedures | |
| Training Program Leave Policy | Training | training policies-and-procedures |