Suitably qualified doctors may apply for Candidacy and train to become Fellows of the College. To be eligible to be considered for Candidacy, a doctor must show evidence of the following requirements:
completed undergraduate medical degree from a recognized Australian or New Zealand university, or equivalent.
current general medical registration in Australia or New Zealand.
a minimum of three years full time clinical experience involving direct patient care.
a medical management position. This may be a training post or a substantive position that will allow the Candidate to develop the appropriate medical management competencies. This post will normally be in Australia or New Zealand.
Having met these requirements, a clinician makes an application to the college and submits supporting evidence. Where necessary, additional information may be sought. Sometimes an applicant may be interviewed. The applicant is then advised of the outcome and upon payment of the appropriate fees, the applicant becomes a Candidate, and is allocated a Preceptor who mentors the Candidate throughout the Candidacy. The first 12 months is a probationary period.
