VOC2 Vocational (specialist) registration

If you want to work as a specialist in New Zealand, hold the approved New Zealand/Australasian postgraduate qualification, but do not already hold general registration, you can apply down the VOC2 pathway.

Registration in a vocational scope of practice (often referred to as "specialist" practice) in New Zealand requires specific training, qualifications and standards. VOC2 (specialist) registration requirements are outlined here.

Prerequisites

To apply for registration through this pathway you must:

  • hold an approved New Zealand/Australasian postgraduate qualification
  • not hold general registration in New Zealand
  • hold a primary medical degree from a university medical school listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools

Please note: you must submit the required documents for EPIC primary source verification before applying.

Application process

If you meet all the prerequisites and apply down the VOC2 pathway, the process is as follows:

  • 1
    Apply online through Council's portal, myMCNZ

    To make an application, you will need to apply online through Council’s portal, myMCNZ . 
    Click here  to request a PIN so you can create a myMCNZ account if you do not already have one.

    If you have a job offer, you should work with your employer to complete your application online.

    You will need to provide three references. Please use the RP6 form for this. We will verify all of your references as part of assessing your application.

    RP6

    Referee report for use when applying for registration.

  • 2
    We process your application

    Usually this takes about 20 working days from the date we receive your completed application.

    If we need any further information, we will contact you. Once your application is considered, we will let you know whether we've approved your application.