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Nuclear Medicine

Nuclear Medicine

Nuclear Medicine

Your Pathway into Nuclear Medicine training in North Queensland

Entry Requirements

RACP  

  • Completion of Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) Basic Physician Training, including the RACP written and clinical examinations 
  • A current medical registration  
  • Employment in an appropriate Advanced Training position  

RANZCR 

  • Successful completion of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Radiologists Part 2 Examination 
  • A current medical registration  
  • Employment in an appropriate Advanced Training position  
  • A minimum of 4 years of accredited radiology training  
  • Completed all system focused training and work-based assessment requirements including research (trainees must submit RANZCR certification confirming completion of this requirement)  

Total Training Time

Total: RACP: 3 years (full-time) | RANZCR: 2 years (full-time)

RACP  

  • 24 months of core training­­­­ 
  • 12 months of non-core training 
  • 1 x Advanced Training Research Project (trainees who commenced in 2018 onwards, option for trainees who commenced before 2018) 
  • 1 x Nuclear Medicine Research Project (trainees who commenced before 2018) 
  • Australian Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander and Māori Cultural Competence and Cultural Safety online course (trainees who commenced in 2023 onwards) 
  • Basic Science Course 
  • Bone Densitometry Training 
  • Cardiac Cases Logbook (trainees who commenced in 2023 onwards) 
  • Cross-sectional Anatomy Training 
  • Continuous Assessment Program 
  • Developmental and Psychosocial Training (Paediatric & Child Health trainees only) 
  • Paediatric Training 
  • Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Training 
  • Radionuclide Therapy Training (trainees who commenced in 2019 onwards) 

 

RANZCR

  • 1 x Advanced Training Research Project* (trainees who commenced in 2018 onwards, option for trainees who commenced before 2018) 
  • 1 x Nuclear Medicine Research Project (option for trainees who commenced before 2018) 
  • Australian Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander and Māori Cultural Competence and Cultural Safety online course (trainees who commenced in 2023 onwards)  
  • Basic Science Course 
  • Bone Densitometry Training 
  • Cardiac Cases Logbook (trainees who commenced in 2023 onwards) 
  • Continuous Assessment Program 
  • Paediatric Training 
  • Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Training 
  • Radionuclide Therapy Training (trainees who commenced in 2019 onwards)

How to Apply

Applications will first need to complete Basic Physician training and can apply through the Queensland Basic Physician Training (Adult Medicine Network). 

Trainees will also need to apply online through the RACP Website  

Application Deadline

15 February | first half or whole of the current year 

31 August | second half of the current year 

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit a late application?

Late applications will be considered up to 1 month after the deadline.  

Applications received 1 month after the deadline won’t be considered unless exceptional circumstances can be demonstrated in line with the Special Considerations for Assessment Policy. 

Late applications may incur a fee. 

Late fees won't apply if supervisor approval is pending after the deadline. 

Are there any forms or resources available?

Yes, you can find them on the RACP website.

Do I have to pay a fee to apply?

Yes, you must pay the annual subscription fee.

Disclaimer: The information provided on this website aims to assist medical students and doctors in training with medical career planning. While every effort has been made to ensure the information is current and accurate, all details should be verified through the relevant Specialist College.

NQRTH is an initiative of the Australian Government's Integrated Rural Training Pipeline (IRTP) and is facilitated by James Cook University in partnership with public and private hospitals, Queensland Aboriginal and Islander Health Council (QAIHC), health services, Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs) and GP clinics.

Cairns region
(07) 4226 8187

Central West region
(07) 4764 1547

Mackay region
(07) 4885 7122

North West region
(07) 4764 1547

Torres and Cape region
(07) 4095 6103

Townsville region
(07) 4781 3424