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Summary of the AMC Exam Process

Go to Eligibility for information on eligibility requirements.

On request, the AMC sends preliminary information and a preliminary application form for assessment for general registration and/or assessment for specialist recognition [click here for the forms].

Complete and return the preliminary form with payment.

The AMC then provides information books and detailed application forms.

Lodge the completed forms and payment together with CERTIFIED copies of relevant documentation and 4 recent colour photographs.

The AMC may take 4 to 6 weeks to complete the general assessment. If the AMC decides that you meet the eligibility requirements, then:


GENERAL REGISTRATION


The AMC will send you an application for the MCQ examination (Form C-1).

Return the completed application form with the fee to the AMC before the closing date.

Sit the MCQ examination. Click here for exam dates. The AMC publishes results at http://www.amc.org.au/results.asp. It also writes to each candidate concerning their result.

When notified of your success in the MCQ examination, lodge Form C-2 for the clinical examination before the closing date of selected series. About 2 weeks after the closing date, the AMC will advise you if you have been placed in the clinical examination series.

Complete the clinical examination. Click here for exam dates. The AMC publishes results at http://www.amc.org.au/results.asp. It also writes to each candidate concerning their result.

When notified of your success in the clinical examination and when all your documentation is correct, the AMC then forwards the certificate to the Medical Board in your State of residence for you to collect.

Apply to State/Territory Medical Boards for registration.


SPECIALIST REGISTRATION


The AMC will forward your application for specialist assessment to the relevant Specialist College.

The College advises the AMC of the outcome of your application.

The AMC will advise you of any College requirements for specialist recognition.

When you have completed all the requirements the AMC advises the Medical Boards that you are eligible for registration.

Apply to State/Territory Medical Boards for registration.


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