To complete the Radiation Oncology Training Program, trainees must successfully pass both the Phase 1 and Phase 2 Radiation Oncology examinations.
The Phase 1 examinations cover Anatomy, Radiation Oncology Physics, and Radiation and Cancer Biology. The Phase 2 examinations, taken in the final year of training, include written and oral examinations that assess a candidate's knowledge of the theory and practice of radiation oncology and pathology.
All Radiation Oncology Examinations are aligned to Radiation Oncology Learning Outcomes. Refer to Radiation Oncology Learning Outcomes and the Radiation Oncology Training Program Handbook for more information.
The Phase 1 Examinations (Radiation Oncology) Policy can be found here, the Eligibility and Readiness to Sit Phase 2 Examination Policy can be found here.
Special circumstances Should a candidate have a medical condition, disability or personal circumstance that may adversely impact or disadvantage them in an examination, it is the candidate's responsibility to apply for a reasonable adjustment or deferral of the examination opportunity by submitting an application for consideration of special circumstances as referred to in the College’s Special Circumstances Policy. The College does not amend or upgrade examination marks. A Candidate must legitimately meet the minimum standard to obtain a pass mark. For more information, refer to Radiation Oncology Training Program Handbook. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Does the college award prizes for exam performance? The College presents Examination Prizes to the most successful candidates in college examinations. How do I find out the fees applicable to the exam I want to take? For more information on Phase 1 and Phase 2 Examination Fees, refer to Fees. How am I notified about my examination results? Examination results will be uploaded to the ePortfolio. An email notification will be sent to candidates when results have been uploaded for viewing. The College does not provide personal examination material (which includes any breakdown of marks or individual feedback or responses to specific questions) or a copy of the marking criteria. What do I do if I have to withdraw from an exam? If you need to withdraw from the Phase 1 or Phase 2 Examination, you must complete the required application form according to the Consideration of Special Circumstances Policy. There is no financial penalty for withdrawals made up to 4 weeks before the exam. Withdrawals within four weeks of the exam date will receive a 50% refund of the fees paid. Candidates who do not attend the exam forfeit the entire examination fee and are considered to have lost an examination opportunity. Related Documents Radiation Oncology Training Program Handbook The Radiation Oncology Training Program Handbook provides information and... Download PDF - 3.1MB
Should a candidate have a medical condition, disability or personal circumstance that may adversely impact or disadvantage them in an examination, it is the candidate's responsibility to apply for a reasonable adjustment or deferral of the examination opportunity by submitting an application for consideration of special circumstances as referred to in the College’s Special Circumstances Policy.
The College does not amend or upgrade examination marks. A Candidate must legitimately meet the minimum standard to obtain a pass mark.
For more information, refer to Radiation Oncology Training Program Handbook.
Does the college award prizes for exam performance?
The College presents Examination Prizes to the most successful candidates in college examinations.
How do I find out the fees applicable to the exam I want to take?
For more information on Phase 1 and Phase 2 Examination Fees, refer to Fees.
How am I notified about my examination results?
Examination results will be uploaded to the ePortfolio. An email notification will be sent to candidates when results have been uploaded for viewing.
The College does not provide personal examination material (which includes any breakdown of marks or individual feedback or responses to specific questions) or a copy of the marking criteria.
What do I do if I have to withdraw from an exam?
If you need to withdraw from the Phase 1 or Phase 2 Examination, you must complete the required application form according to the Consideration of Special Circumstances Policy.
There is no financial penalty for withdrawals made up to 4 weeks before the exam. Withdrawals within four weeks of the exam date will receive a 50% refund of the fees paid. Candidates who do not attend the exam forfeit the entire examination fee and are considered to have lost an examination opportunity.