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Selection & Training Training Position Availability Eligibility for Selection Podiatric Surgery Clinical Rotations Application for Registration for Training Position Interview and Admission Advanced Standing Podiatric Surgery Training Program Fellowship Training Handbook Schedule of Fees Important Dates APPLICATIONS OPEN!Australasian College of Podiatric SurgeonsRegistrar Program – 2019 IntakePathways to Fellowship with the ACPSTo be eligible to be awarded a Fellowship of the ACPS, individuals must demonstrate that they meet the applicable standards as set by the ACPS. There are a number of pathways by which this can occur. An individual may:
All Fellows of the ACPS must meet the same minimum standards for Fellowship, irrespective of the pathway taken to meet those standards. It is important and appropriate that this process is open, transparent, and not subject to any exceptions. This approach provides:
Introduction to the Training ProgramThe ACPS Training Program has a three-part structure, which takes a minimum of three years of full-time equivalent work to complete (although much of the assessment is competency-based, and so is not necessarily related to a fixed time period). Full-time equivalent is defined as a minimum of 38 hours a week for 48 weeks of a year. The principle features of the Training Program are as follows: There is a substantial amount of structured, self-directed learning in the Training Program, and Registrars should anticipate that the Program will require a great deal of time and effort over a long period. A commitment of this type must be considered carefully (whilst taking into consideration all other work and personal responsibilities) by all prospective candidates before deciding to apply for entry into the Program. Potential candidates who are not based in a major city where Supervising Fellows are available will need to consider relocating to a suitable city for the duration of their training. To be selected for a training position with the ACPS candidates must have confirmed eligibility for selection through the attainment of a list of minimum requirements. Overview of requirements for Podiatric Surgeons to achieve the qualification of Fellowship of the Australasian College of Podiatric Surgeons FACPS include:
# Refer the ACPS Fellowship training manual for detailed description. |
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