Australian Medical Council accreditation
Under the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law, specialist medical training programs must be accredited for the purposes of specialist registration. The Australian Medical Council (AMC) assesses whether education providers and their programs meet approved accreditation standards and prepare graduates for independent practice.
Purpose of AMC accreditation
AMC accreditation recognises specialist medical education providers whose programs:
- prepare medical specialists to practise independently and safely
- support high-quality care for the Australian and New Zealand health systems
- promote ongoing professional development and continuous improvement
Current RACMA accreditation status
In 2018, RACMA underwent full AMC reaccreditation and was granted accreditation for its training and education programs until 31 March 2025. In the final year of this period, the College was required to submit an accreditation extension report.
In December 2024, RACMA provided this report, demonstrating continued compliance with standards, sustained education quality, and ongoing program development since the previous assessment. Following review, the AMC determined that RACMA and the Fellowship Training Program substantially meet the accreditation standards and extended accreditation for 3.5 years, to 31 March 2029, subject to continued monitoring and progress against conditions.
Medical Council of New Zealand decision
In November 2025, the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) Education Committee also considered RACMA’s extension submission and the AMC’s findings. The Committee resolved to extend RACMA’s accreditation to 31 March 2029, confirming continued recognition of the Fellowship Training Program for specialist registration in Aotearoa New Zealand.