ANZCA and FPM CPD Program

In order to ensure every patient in Australia and New Zealand receives cutting edge care, all specialist anaesthetists and specialist pain medicine physicians are required to​ participate in a continuing professional development (CPD) program.

ANZCA President Dr Chris Cokis explains the updates to our CPD program in 2023 and beyond.

Access to our world-leading online CPD program is free for fellows, and available to other registered medical practitioners for an annual fee.​

Updated in 2023, our CPD program is accredited by the Australian Medical Council (AMC), and authorised by the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ). It operates on an annual cycle, with minimum hourly and activity requirements. 

Participants record, monitor and provide evidence of their completed CPD activities conveniently through the online CPD portfolio, under the categories of practice evaluation, knowledge and skills and emergency response. We also provide a wide range of e-learning resources, courses, events, podcasts, webinars, and workshops to help CPD participants meet their requirements.

My CPD Portfolio  Learn@ANZCA  Library guide

2014 ANZCA and FPM CPD Program

Information and resources for those remaining on the 2014 CPD program during the 2023 transition year

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Transition to 2023 CPD program

Information about the transition process to move the three CPD trienniums to the annual program

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How can I meet my CPD requirements?

We’ve put together case studies, guidance and support resources to help you understand how to meet your requirements under the annual CPD program.

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CPD review project group

A CPD review project group has been formed to support the review of the CPD program and standard.

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Join the ANZCA and FPM CPD Program

You don't need to be a FANZCA or FFPMANZCA to join our world-class online CPD program. If you're a registered medical practitioner, you can sign up as a non-fellow.

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CPD emergency response category

Information for anyone providing or participating in emergency response activities, courses, and workshops including how to apply for recognition of suitability.

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Professional Development Resource Hub

This hub has been designed for participants of the ANZCA and FPM CPD Program to identify resources suitable for keeping up-to-date with current research in the area of anaesthesia and pain medicine.

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Frequently asked questions

Find answers to frequently asked questions from CPD participants.

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Related events and courses

Our events and courses are a great way of meeting your CPD requirements.
16 September 2023 - 17 September 2023 | National Convention Centre Canberra

Join us for the 2023 Art of Anaesthesia ACE meeting

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24 March 2023 - 26 March 2023 | Crowne Plaza

Join us in Queenstown for the 2023 Australian and New Zealand Anaesthetic Allergy group (ANZAAG...

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5 May 2023 - 9 May 2023 | ICC Sydney

Save the date for the 2023 ANZCA ASM which will be held at the International Convention Centre...

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3 August 2023 - 6 August 2023 | Crowne Plaza Sydney Coogee Beach

The 2023 CTN Strategic Research Workshop will be held in Coogee on 3-6 August 2023.

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2 May 2023 - 4 May 2023 | Voco Kirkton Park

Applications for the 2023 ELC have now closed. Successful applicants will be notified in early...

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5 May 2023 | ICC Sydney

We are pleased to announce that we will be back in person for the 2023 FPM Symposium.

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25 November 2023 | University of Sydney

Please join us for the 2023 NSW ACE Anatomy Workshop to be held at the University of Sydney.

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11 November 2023 - 12 November 2023 | Pacific Bay Resort

Join us at the 2023 NSW ACE Spring Meeting to be held on Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 November 2023...

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17 June 2023 | Alice Springs Convention Centre

Join us for the 2023 NT ACE Conference "Towards zero" at the Alice Springs Convention Centre.

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3 May 2023 - 4 May 2023 | ICC Sydney

Join us for Challenges and Choices in Obstetric Anaesthesia from 3-4 May 2023, a two-day...

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15 July 2023 - 16 July 2023 | Shangri-la the Marina

Save the date for the 2023 Queensland ACE meeting "Everyday topics from the tropics", to be held...

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16 June 2023 - 18 June 2023 | Coral Sea Resort, Airlie Beach, Qld

The theme of this three-day meeting is ‘challenging the status quo’.

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9 June 2023 - 11 June 2023 | Cable Beach Resort, Broome

2023 WA ACE Country Conference held at the Cable Beach Resort in Broome.

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1 August 2024 - 3 August 2024 | Thredbo Alpine Hotel

Join us for the "Regional ultrasound scanning workshop for peripheral nerve blocks" from Thursday...

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15 May 2023 - 16 May 2023 | School of Medicine, Grafton

The ANZCA Educators Program (AEP) aims to equip clinicians with the skills and knowledge to...

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24 August 2023 - 25 August 2023 | ANZCA Brisbane Office

The AEP aims to equip clinicians with the skills and knowledge to enable effective learning.

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21 June 2023 - 22 June 2023 | To be advised

This AEP event runs alongside the 2023 Combined SIG Meeting.

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14 September 2023 - 15 September 2023 | ANZCA House

The AEP aims to equip clinicians with the skills and knowledge to enable effective learning.

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19 October 2023 - 20 October 2023 | ANZCA Perth Office

The AEP aims to equip clinicians with the skills and knowledge to enable effective learning.

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27 July 2023 - 28 July 2023 | To be advised

The AEP aims to equip clinicians with the skills and knowledge to enable effective learning.

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3 May 2023 - 4 May 2023 | ANZCA Sydney Office

The ANZCA Educators Program (AEP) aims to equip clinicians with the skills and knowledge to...

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9 August 2023 - 10 August 2023 | Online

The ANZCA Educators Program (AEP) aims to equip clinicians with the skills and knowledge to...

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17 May 2023 - 18 May 2023 | Online

The AEP aims to equip clinicians with the skills and knowledge to enable effective learning.

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1 November 2023 - 2 November 2023 | Online

The AEP aims to equip clinicians with the skills and knowledge to enable effective learning.

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18 July 2023 - 15 August 2023 | Online

ANZCA Educators Program: Zoom Series (18 Jul-15 Aug)

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28 August 2023 | ANZCA QLD regional office

Save the date for the FPM Queensland August evening meeting.

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19 June 2023 | Virtual

Join us for the the FPM Queensland June evening meeting "Optimising evidence-based care for low...

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1 May 2023 - 12 May 2023 | Various hospitals

Viva practice night to assist trainees in their final viva exam preparation.

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26 June 2023 - 30 June 2023 | Northside Conference Centre

A week long interactive exam preparation course for NSW trainees sitting the primary written exam

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17 April 2023 - 28 April 2023 | Various hospitals

Free practice viva sessions to assist NSW trainees in preparing for the ANZCA primary viva exam

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19 June 2023 - 30 June 2023 | Auckland

This two week course covers many of the core curriculum topics that could be included in the...

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9 August 2023 - 11 August 2023 | Wellington Hospital

This three day course covers many of the core curriculum topics that could be included in the...

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17 July 2023 - 21 July 2023 | ANZCA QLD regional office

This full-time, five day intensive course covers many of the core curriculum topics that could be...

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26 April 2023 - 11 May 2023 | ANZCA QLD regional office

Two free mock viva sessions designed to help trainees prepare for the ANZCA final viva exam.

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27 September 2023 - 17 October 2023 | ANZCA QLD regional office

Two free mock viva sessions designed to help trainees prepare for the ANZCA final exam

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1 November 2023 | Virtual

Free mock viva session designed to help trainees prepare for the ANZCA final viva examination.

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23 May 2023 | Virtual

Free mock viva session designed to help trainees prepare for the ANZCA final viva examination.

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20 September 2023 | Virtual

A free evening course for Queensland trainees preparing for their final vivas.

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19 April 2023 | Virtual

A free evening course for Queensland trainees preparing for their final vivas.

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5 June 2023 - 9 June 2023 | ANZCA QLD regional office

This full-time, five day intensive course covers many of the core curriculum topics that could be...

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27 November 2023 - 1 December 2023 | ANZCA QLD regional office

This full-time, five day intensive course covers many of the core curriculum topics that could be...

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18 February 2023 - 17 June 2023 | ANZCA QLD regional office

Interactive long course held over five Saturdays covering core topics of the primary examination.

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8 July 2023 - 11 November 2023 | ANZCA QLD regional office

Interactive long course held over five Saturdays covering core topics of the primary examination.

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18 April 2023 - 27 April 2023 | ANZCA QLD regional office

A series of evening mock viva sessions designed to help trainees prepare for the ANZCA primary...

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13 September 2023 - 19 September 2023 | ANZCA QLD regional office

A series of two free mock viva sessions designed to help trainees prepare for the ANZCA primary...

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21 September 2023 - 3 October 2023 | Virtual

A series of evening mock viva sessions designed to help trainees prepare for the ANZCA primary...

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24 April 2023 - 10 May 2023 | Virtual

A series of evening mock viva sessions designed to help trainees prepare for the ANZCA primary...

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30 September 2023 - 1 October 2023 | ANZCA QLD regional office

This intensive course consists of continuous practice vivas to help trainees prepare for the...

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22 April 2023 - 23 April 2023 | ANZCA QLD regional office

This intensive course consists of continuous practice vivas to help trainees prepare for the...

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26 June 2023 - 30 June 2023 | The Lion Hotel

This full-time, five day intensive course covers many of the core curriculum topics that could be...

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9 February 2023 - 29 November 2023 | SA ANZCA Regional Office

For SA/NT trainees preparing for the primary exam.

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4 February 2023 - 24 November 2023 | Online (Zoom)

For SA/NT trainees preparing for the final exam.

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24 July 2023 | ANZCA House & via Zoom

A comprehensive one-day course covering the anatomy knowledge required to pass the ANZCA final...

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17 July 2023 - 21 July 2023 | ANZCA House & via Zoom

This full-time, week-long intensive course covers many of the core curriculum topics that could...

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20 November 2023 - 1 December 2023 | ANZCA House & via Zoom

This full-time, ten day long intensive course covers many of the core curriculum topics that...

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15 May 2023 - 26 May 2023 | ANZCA House & via Zoom

This full-time, ten day long intensive course covers many of the core curriculum topics that...

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10 November 2023 | ANZCA House & via Zoom

All Victorian trainees are invited to be a part of this annual event.

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