Your trainee journey
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.
Training fees and flexible training options
Find out more about our fees and flexible training options.
Next steps
Pain medicine is a dynamic and rewarding career choice for specialists looking for a new challenge. Find out what it involves; where it can take you; and how to get started.
Information on eligibility, application steps, required documents, fees, and prior experience recognition for joining our post-specialist pain medicine training program.
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.