Overview of the FPM Training program
The training program consists of a minimum of two years of clinical experience directly related to pain medicine, catering to both qualified specialists and those currently completing a specialty training program.
Training structure
- Core training stage: Conducted in FPM-accredited training units to ensure high-quality foundational learning.
- Practice development stage: May be completed in an FPM-accredited unit or another approved unit, subject to prospective approval.
The training program is guided by a structured curriculum, Faculty By-law 4, and the FPM Training Handbook. It provides regular feedback opportunities and a wealth of resources to support trainees throughout their learning journey.
Prior to commencing training, applicants must secure a training position in a faculty-accredited training unit and register with the faculty. Explore current pain medicine trainee opportunities by visiting the clinical job vacancies page.
FPM assessment changes for 2025
Full detailsePortfolio user guides
FPM trainees maintain an ePortfolio of assessments and clinical experiences that tracks their progression through the FPM training program.
- My ePortfolio: A dedicated platform for trainees to track assessments and clinical experiences, ensuring a structured approach to professional development.
- Resource hub: A comprehensive collection of learning materials and guidelines to assist trainees at every stage of the program.
- My ePortfolio user guide
- My ePortfolio FAQs
If you have completed specialist pain medicine training overseas or are seeking short-term training opportunities, please visit the Specialist International Medical Graduates page for more information.
Join the FPM training program and take the next step in your career towards becoming a highly skilled specialist pain medicine physician.
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Our pioneering pain medicine training program is a two-year post-specialist qualification that leads to fellowship of the Faculty of Pain Medicine of the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists with the post nominals FFPMANZCA.
We've developed a range of courses and resources to support your pain medicine training.
Find dates and locations of long-case assessments and FPM fellowship exams, as well as information on the format, marking criteria, and application fees and forms.
Find information about flexible training options and fees for the FPM training program.
We've collated a range of online resources to support our supervisors of training (SOTs) with the training, assessment, and pastoral care of FPM trainees.
Our mentoring program aims to support pain medicine trainees and fellows during their training and/or early post-fellowship years.
Here's everything you need to know about applying to become an FFPMANZCA and registering as a specialist pain medicine physician.
We've accredited more than 40 multidisciplinary pain management units (training units) in Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, and Singapore to provide approved pain medicine training.