Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine

COVID-19 interim changes to program requirements

In 2023, you're expected to satisfactorily complete all training program requirements. If you’re unable to complete training requirements due to COVID-19, see interim changes to requirements and education and training principles, and advise your training committee as soon as possible.

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Program overview

Adolescent and Young Adult MedicineIn Advanced Training in Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine (AYAM), you'll explore in-depth specialty training in the medicine focused on the health and medical care of adolescents and young people aged 10 to 24 years. You will train under supervision and prepare for independent practice as a consultant. The program builds your skills through work-based learning and assessment tools.

Program updates

The Advanced Training in AYAM Program is evaluated biennially by its Advanced Training Committee to ensure that it’s in line with educational best practice. Changes in program requirements may occur and could impact your training plan. The College will provide sufficient notice prior to implementing any change. You must always ensure you’re following the correct requirements during your training.

Entry requirements

Prospective trainees must have:

  • completed RACP Basic Training, including Written and Clinical Examinations
  • a current medical registration
  • been appointed to an appropriate Advanced Training position

New and current trainees need to apply for Advanced Training each year.

Duration

Advanced Training in AYAM requires 3 years (36 months) of full-time equivalent (FTE) training and must be undertaken with another specialty.

Post-Fellowship trainees can complete the Advanced Training Program as a standalone program.

Certification

Once you’ve completed all requirements of your training, you’ll receive a letter confirming your completion of the AYAM Advanced Training Program.

This training pathway doesn’t qualify you for Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians and doesn’t result in specialist recognition with the Medical Board of Australia or the Medical Council of New Zealand.

When you become a Fellow in active practice in Australia, Aotearoa New Zealand or overseas, you’ll need to meet the annual requirements of the Continuing Professional Development program.

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