Did you complete three years post-graduate training and experience before commencing sports medicine training?

Three years post-graduate training and experience is required prior to entry to the training programme.

Did you complete an entry examination to advanced training?

New Zealand candidates take a Part 1 examination covering anatomy, physiology, pathology and immunology.

The Part 1 examination can be attempted in the second postgraduate year or at any subsequent time.

Did you complete four years specialist training at a registrar level?

A four year advanced training programme is undertaken at a minimum of two separate training venues and includes clinical training modules, academic training modules, sporting team attachments, research and lecturing.

Did you complete an exit assessment or examination?

The Part 2 examination consists of two written papers, an oral clinical examination and a viva voce examination.

The part 2 examination can be taken in the third year of advanced training or at any subsequent time prior to the award of Fellowship of the Australian College of Sports Physicians.

Do you participate in a continuing medical education programme to ensure your knowledge and skills are current?

In New Zealand sports physicians registered within a vocational scope of practice will be required to participate in a programme such as the ACSP continuing medical education programme.