Why do we need accredited training positions?

As an Australian Medical Council accredited provider, the Australasian Faculty of Occupational and Environmental Medicine requires all training for their program to be undertaken in settings accredited by the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP).

What are the benefits of accreditation?

Accreditation of a training setting ensures that trainees have access to quality supervision during training, the opportunity to improve on clinical skills and knowledge, and continuing education and research opportunities. The training standards that an employer is required to adhere to ensure:

• an appropriate learning environment and culture for trainees
• high quality management of training
• skilled supervisors that are supported in their teaching role
• a supported training experience for trainees
• alignment of curricula to training, with sufficient training resources, a high level of supervision, and effective feedback.

Who is responsible for completing the Accreditation Form?

Employers are required to complete the Accreditation Assessment Form.

Does the form need to be completed electronically?

Yes, the Accreditation Assessment Form has to be completed electronically and emailed to the Training Accreditation Services Unit at accreditation@racp.edu.au. Refer to the instructions on the Accreditation Assessment Form for more details.

Is it the workplace that is being accredited?

Yes, it's the workplaces that the trainees listed on their Annual Prospective Training Application and where they undertake Occupational and Environmental Medicine training that requires accreditation.

What are the requirements for a workplace to be accredited?

Please refer to the Accreditation Assessment Form for Australasian Faculty of Occupational and Environmental Medicine Training Settings regarding requirements for workplace accreditation.

Where do I go for help with accreditation?

See Accreditation for more information. You can email the Training Accreditation Services Unit at accreditation@racp.edu.au if you have any questions.

Can I apply for accreditation of my site even if I do not yet have a trainee working for me?

Yes, employers are able to apply for accreditation even if they do not have current trainees.

Why do we need accredited training positions?

As an Australian Medical Council accredited provider, the Australasian Faculty of Occupational and Environmental Medicine requires all training for their program to be undertaken in settings accredited by the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP).

What are the benefits of accreditation?

Accreditation of a training setting ensures that trainees have access to quality supervision during training, the opportunity to improve on clinical skills and knowledge, and continuing education and research opportunities. The training standards that an employer is required to adhere to ensure:

• an appropriate learning environment and culture for trainees
• high quality management of training
• skilled supervisors that are supported in their teaching role
• a supported training experience for trainees
• alignment of curricula to training, with sufficient training resources, a high level of supervision, and effective feedback.

Who is responsible for completing the Accreditation Assessment Form?

Your employer is required to complete the Accreditation Assessment Form.

Does the form need to be completed electronically?

Yes, the Accreditation Assessment Form has to be completed electronically and emailed to the Training Accreditation Services Unit at accreditation@racp.edu.au. Refer to the instructions on the Accreditation Assessment Form for more details.

Is it the workplace that is being accredited?

Yes, it's the workplaces that the trainees listed on their Annual Prospective Training Application and where they undertake Occupational and Environmental Medicine training that requires accreditation.

What are the requirements for a workplace to be accredited?

Please refer your employer to the Accreditation Assessment Form for Australasian Faculty of Occupational and Environmental Medicine Training Settings regarding requirements for accreditation at your workplace.

Where do I go for help with accreditation?

See Accreditation for more information. You can email the Training Accreditation Services Unit at accreditation@racp.edu.au if you have any questions.