Getting into the Victorian Paediatric Training Program
In order to enter the Victorian Paediatric Training Program, candidates must gain a centrally recruited accredited basic training position.
In Victoria, central recruitment is through one of the primary training sites (i.e. MCH or RCH).
Entering the Victorian Paediatric Training Program
The VBPTC in conjunction with The Royal Children’s Hospital (RCH) and Monash Children’s Hospital (MCH) host an Information Night in May each year for junior doctors interested in applying to enter the Victorian Paediatric Training program.
The topics discussed on 21 May 2024 included:
How Paediatrics works in Victoria & an overview of the Paediatric Training Program
Entry into the program at Junior Resident Medical Officer (JRMO) level
Entry into the program via the Extended Rural Stream
Entry into the program at Senior Medical Resident Officer (SRMO) level
Entry into the program at Registrar level
Hearing from current trainees about their pathway to (and through) Paediatrics, including some advice for prospective applicants
Note: applicants then went into break out rooms to provide them with an opportunity to speak directly with a current trainee
Final Q&A
RECRUITMENT TIMELINES (for entry into the program in 2025)
Recruitment at all levels of entry available in 2025 (JRMO and Registrar) followed these timelines in 2024, for training positions commencing in 2025, similar dates and timelines will take place in 2025 for 2026 training positions:
Applications open 21 May 2024
Job advertisements are available on the RCH and MCH career websites
Applications close 9 June 2024
Information Night held 21 May 2024
Interviews held: 10 - 26 July 2024
All applicants advised of outcome by the end of August 2024
PLEASE NOTE: there were no vacancies for entry into the training program at SRMO level in 2025.
A JRMO Application Guide is available for applicants applying at JRMO level, and applicants considering the Extended Rural Stream (ERS) positions.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS REGARDING DEFERRING ENTRY
Applicants who are successful in being appointed to enter the VBPTC must be prepared to commence their training in that position at the beginning of the following clinical year. Deferrals of accredited training positions will only be considered under extenuating circumstances, and will not automatically be granted.
Further details are available (from April, annually) on the employing health service websites: RCH and MCH (MCH positions will be advertised here). If you’re unable to find the information you’re looking for, please contact the VBPTC.