RANZCR - The new RANZCR Radiation Oncology Training Program

Radiation Oncology is an exciting and continually evolving area of practice which involves direct patient care, exciting technological developments and great opportunities to engage in multi-disciplinary teams.

Speciality training as a Radiation Oncologist is undertaken after completion of a medical degree and at least two years post-graduate clinical training. The Faculty of Radiation Oncology is the specialist medical college responsible for training and assessment.

To enter the training program, potential trainees first need to obtain a position at an accredited site. The Faculty accredits centres to provide training which meets standards in areas such as trainee to consultant ratio and a capacity and commitment to provide a quality teaching and learning environment.

For an introduction to radiation oncology, watch the “Discover Radiation Oncology” video

All trainees entering the RANZCR Radiation Oncology Training Program from December 2008 (New Zealand) and January 2009 (Australia and Singapore) are entering the “new” training program. New trainees MUST meet all the requirements of the new RANZCR Radiation Oncology Training Program.

Please click here to access all training and assessment policies relating to Radiation Oncology.

IMPORTANT: For trainees in the “new” training program all curriculum content is assessable and or examinable.

The following links provide some general information for trainees entering the "new" Radiation Oncology Training Program. Please also visit our FAQ page.

RANZCR Information. This document will address queries relating to the selection of trainees, pre-requisites for entry to the training program, accreditation and other general information.

Background to Curriculum Development and the Training Program Structure

Information Paper: Assessment in the new radiation oncology curriculum

Application and Training Forms (including Examination application forms)

List of Accredited Training Departments for Radiation Oncology

Guidelines and Policies

The curriculum document outlines the structure of the training program, the knowledge and skills that you are expected to develop and the nature of the various assessments that occur throughout the training program. more...

There are a number of learning resources that can be used and adapted by Directors of Training, Clinical Supervisors and trainees to assist in teaching and learning activities.

The training program is structured in two major phases. Please click here for information and documentation relating to expected progression through the training program.

Detailed information on assessment tools for the new RANZCR Radiation Oncology suite of assessments and accompanying information and instructions can be viewed or downloaded. more...

Please click here for information for Directors of Training and Clinical Supervisors. This includes resources, training program information and articles of interest.

There are two examinations in the new Radiation Oncology Training Program. For examination information please click here

Correspondence regarding the Training Program should be addressed to:
Radiation Oncology Education Officer
Faculty of Radiation Oncology
The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Radiologists
Level 9, 51 Druitt Street
SYDNEY NSW 2000
AUSTRALIA
Tel +61 (0)2 9268 9777
Fax +61 (0)2 9268 9799
Email: curriculum@ranzcr.edu.au