Important Information

This form is developed using the standards from Accreditation of Training Positions Policy and Process Handbook. For more information please refer to the Accreditation of Training Positions Policy and Process Handbook which can be found on the College website www.dermcoll.asn.au

This form should be completed and submitted electronically with all attachments via the submit button at the end.

All applications must be completed in full prior to returning them to the College. Incomplete or incorrect applications will not be accepted, and this may cause delays in the accreditation process. No trainee is to commence in a position until it is accredited.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN YOUR APPLICATION

Before starting your application, please ensure that your program satisfies the College’s minimum requirements for accreditation:

i. Four supervised general clinics per week

OR
Three general clinics, and one specialty clinic per week.

Please note: Paediatric dermatology is classified as a general clinic

A three hour session in private practice is classified as a general clinic

ii. One supervised surgical training session per week.

iii. One histopathology training session per week.

iv. One formal structured education session per week (this may be out of hours).

v. One half day rostered for onsite professional development per week.

vi. Exposure to inpatient management.

If your program does not offer the complement of required educational and clinical training opportunities, you may apply for accreditation for a limited time on a pro-rata basis (eg 3 or 6 months). You may design a rotating roster depending on availability of teaching opportunities. However training offered must average out to provide the minimum requirements detailed above.

If you require more information or have any questions regarding the College's minimum requirements for accreditation, please forward your enquiry attention to the College Accreditation Committe admin@dermcoll.asn.au

After selecting the 'Start Application' button you will recieve an email with your unique link to complete your application.