The accreditation of training settings for Paediatrics & Child Health Basic Training is essential to ensuring high quality training environments for future Physicians.

This is your chance to contribute to discussions and the decision-making regarding the accreditation of Training Providers (settings) and the Paediatrics & Child Health Basic Training Program.

The RACP, in collaboration with the Paediatrics & Child Health Basic Training Committee, oversees accreditation to ensure that all training occurs within approved settings. This process is managed by the Paediatrics & Child Health Division Accreditation Subcommittee.

Role summary

• attend at least 4 Subcommittee meetings a year, one of which will be conducted face-to-face at the RACP Sydney Office^*
• review agendas and papers, provided approximately 2 weeks before each Subcommittee meeting
• demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to support the rollout and implementation of the new accreditation program, including the accreditation of training settings and its Paediatrics & Child Health Basic Training Program
• contribute to joint discussions and decision-making on the accreditation of training settings which offer Adult Internal Medicine and Paediatrics & Child Health Basic Training Programs.
• liaise with and receive support from the Training Accreditation Services team in completing accreditation related activities.

^* The meetings usually run for approximately 5 hours, with the first 2 hours dedicated to joint accreditation decisions with the Adult Internal Medicine.

Members (including Trainee Representatives) are appointed for an initial 3-year term with the option to renew for a further 3-year term.

The Trainee Representative role is voluntary. To support and thank you for your contributions towards accreditation, you'll receive CPD points for completed activities.

All relevant travel, meals and accommodation costs for attending face-to-face Subcommittee meetings are covered by the College in accordance with the RACP Travel Policy and Guidelines (PDF).

Apply

To apply, submit an expression of interest form (DOC), and your CV ( no more than 2 pages) to accreditation@racp.edu.au

For more information, contact Rita Ah Ken or the Training Accreditation Services Unit on 1300 697 227 or accreditation@racp.edu.au