Psychiatry
Disclaimer: Training pathway information is current as at July 2020 and is subject to change. Please check and confirm specific details with relevant colleges and health authorities directly.
To become a Psychiatrist, you will need to apply for fellowship with The Royal Australian & New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP). Fellowship is a 5-year (full time) training pathway consisting of three stages:
- Stage 1: 12 months basic level Adult Psychiatry (includes 6 months in an acute setting).
- Stage 2: 24 months proficient level rotations (includes mandatory 6 months Child and Adolescent Psychiatry rotation, mandatory 6 months Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry rotation, and 12 months of elective rotations).
- Stage 3: 24 months advanced level rotations (Trainees select 4 x 6 month elective rotations).
A Certificate of Advanced Subspecialty Training (24 months) can be commenced concurrently in Stage 3.