Faster Pathway for Psychiatrists and Anaesthetists to Practice in Australia

Written by Admin | Dec 20, 2024 4:51:19 AM

Starting 23 December 2024, qualified psychiatrists and anaesthetists from similar health systems can apply for a faster registration process to practice in Australia, by bypassing individual assessments by specialist colleges.

To access this streamlined process, specialists must hold qualifications from an approved list, including:

Anaesthesia:

Ireland:	Fellowship of the College of Anaesthetists of Ireland (CAI) and Certificate of Satisfactory Completion of Specialist Training (CSCST) since July 2012.
United Kingdom:	Fellowship of the Royal College of Anaesthetists (RCoA) and Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) since August 2007.

Psychiatry:

United Kingdom:

Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) and Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) since August 2007.

What’s required?

Meet the same registration standards as other doctors (English proficiency, criminal history check, recency of practice)
Undergo 6 months of supervision by an Australian-registered specialist
Complete mandatory orientation and cultural safety training

Stay tuned as more details are confirmed in the coming days. In the meantime, reach out to our Regulatory & Migration Services team to see if you qualify.

Don’t miss your chance to join Australia’s healthcare workforce more quickly and efficiently!

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