The RACMA Fellowship Training Program aims to prepare Candidates to become specialist medical leaders and managers able to integrate medical and health system expertise with specialist medical leadership and management skills to positively influence and lead Australasian health care systems. Graduates will be able to provide stewardship of healthcare systems to support safe, equitable, appropriate, sustainable, evidence-based and well-governed care.
RACMA is accredited by the Australian Medical Council and recognised by the Medical Board of Australia and the Medical Council of New Zealand as providing the only education pathway to recognition as a Specialist Medical Administrator
The Program is underpinned by the Fellowship Training Program Curriculum Learning Outcomes, which outlines the knowledge, skills and abilities Candidates are expected to develop as part of the Fellowship Training Program. These knowledge, skills and abilities are required to practise safely and independently as a Specialist Medical Administrator in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand.
The Fellowship Training Program takes a minimum of 3 years full time equivalent training to complete and can be undertaken full time or part time. The Program is structured into 2 phases – Foundation and Advanced each requiring a minimum of 18 months full time equivalent training. Each phase of training includes prescribed training, learning and assessment activities designed to support skill development. Candidates remain in each phase of training until they have completed the minimum time, training, learning and assessment requirements of that phase.
Training occurs under supervision in posts accredited by RACMA, ensuring they provide safe and appropriate learning environments and opportunities. Candidates must be in an accredited training post under supervision for the duration of training unless on an approved interruption to training.
Workplace based assessment
The Fellowship Training Program Workplace Based Assessments are designed to assess the application of knowledge, skills and professional approach in real world settings. These assessments enhance Candidates’ learning and development through immediate, specific and actionable feedback as well as the opportunity for reflection.
The structured Workplace Based Assessments across the two phases of training cover a wide range of skills and knowledge areas, ensuring a thorough assessment of all required competencies.
Contact Us
For more information contact the team via FTPapplications@racma.edu.au.