All applications to enter the Cosmetic Surgery Training Program must be made on the ACCSM Cosmetic Surgery Training Program application form.
The ACCSM Cosmetic Surgery training program is a two-year (advanced) training program and is structured into four (4) training stages.
Each stage of training is 6-months (FTE) and includes 2 clinical rotations of three months.
Within each stage of training there are evidence requirements, hurdle requirements, expected learning activities, and structured learning activities. Training is undertaken through accredited training practices, you will be surpervised by a ACCSM Preceptor at each training practice.
The Cosmetic Surgery Training Program Handbook is a comprehensive guide which oulines the training program requirements, assessments, structured learning areas, policies and trainee supports. The curriculum outlines what is expected of a trainee during their tme in the training program. The curriculum is made up of program outcomes over nine key learning areas.
Cosmetic Surgery Training Program Handbook
Cosmetic Surgery Training Program Curriculum
Since its foundation, the Australasian College of Cosmetic Surgery and Medicine (the College) has promoted and maintained an inclusive approach, welcoming surgeons from a variety of speciality backgrounds. This has included not only Plastic Surgeons but also Opthalmologists, ENT, Facio-Maxillary surgeons and Gynaecologists.
Candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria before applying for selection into the ACCSM Cosmetic Surgery Training Program.
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Current Medical Registration. |
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Be in good standing with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) with no outstanding conditions, undertakings or reprimands. |
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At least five years postgraduate medical experience which includes either: a) Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS) or equivalent. b) A minimum three years of core surgical training. This must include: i. Three years of surgical Registrar level positions, or full time ii. Passed the RACS generic surgical science examination and iii. Surgical logbooks of the most recent three years, which must c) Other applications in variance to the above must be made in accordance with the ACCSM Special Consideration Policy. |
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Advanced life support skills certification – Accepted courses include Emergency Management of Surgical Trauma, Advanced Life Support course or equivalent, CCrISP (Care of the Critically Ill Surgical Patient. |
If you fulfil these criteria and think you may be suitable to undergo advanced cosmetic surgical training, the College encourages and welcomes your application for consideration. All applications to enter the Cosmetic Surgery Training Program must be made on the ACCSM Cosmetic Surgery Training Program application form.
Two Year Cosmetic Surgery Training Program - $49,500 including GST.