Who is this for?

The special purpose scope is for doctors who wish to apply under one of the following categories:

• Teaching as a visiting expert  
• Post-graduate training
• Research
• Locum tenens in a specialist post

What are the requirements?

Refer to the self assessment tool to see if you are eligible for registration within this scope.

Requirements:
To qualify for registration within a special scope, applicants must:

• pass (or be exempt from) the IELTS English Test
• meet the requirements in Registration within a special purpose scope, and
• meet the requirements in the Registration Policy.

Important!

Registration within a special purpose scope of practice under this policy is not a pathway to registration within a general scope or in a vocational scope of practice.

How do I apply?

To apply:

• Use the self assessment tool to help you find and complete the relevant form/checklist.
• Attach the correct documentation.
• Pay the appropriate fee.
• Send all of the above to the Medical Council office.

What happens next?

Your application will be processed, using the Registration process (diagram).

Note: Council will contact you to inform you of your application process.