Key Organisations for International Medical Graduates
These Australian organisations provide key support for international medical professionals working in Australia.
| Organisation | About | Website |
|---|---|---|
| Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) | Provides an independent pathway for doctors pursuing a career in rural and remote medicine. | https://www.acrrm.org.au/training-towards-fellowship/overview-of-fellowship-training/fellowship-training-pathways/independent-pathway |
| Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) | The regulatory body for all health practitioners in Australia. | https://www.ahpra.gov.au |
| Australian Medical Council (AMC) | The primary national accreditation body for medical education and training in Australia. | https://www.amc.org.au |
| Department of Home Affairs | Manages visas, immigration, and entry to Australia. | https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au |
| Medical Board of Australia | Regulates the practice of medicine in Australia, including the registration of medical practitioners. | https://www.medicalboard.gov.au/Registration-Standards.aspx |
| Pearson VUE | Administers the AMC MCQ examination for medical registration. | https://pearsonvue.com/amc |
| Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) | Represents general practitioners in Australia and provides the RACGP Fellowship pathway for IMGs. | https://www.racgp.org.au/education/imgs |
| Rural Workforce Agency Victoria | Provides support to health professionals in rural and regional Victoria. | https://www.rwav.com.au/ |
Resources
Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care
International Health Professionals Victoria
