About the AST
Embark on a journey in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health with Advanced Specialised Training (AST) as part of the ACRRM Fellowship program.
This AST addresses the intertwined health disparities of First Nation’s communities and ensures they have access to culturally safe and responsive healthcare.
Curriculum highlights / credentials
A Rural Generalist who completes an AST in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health can:
- Work in a senior medical role in a rural Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service
- Provide an advisory resource in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health to other Rural Generalists
- Maximise the effectiveness of specialist outreach and telemedicine services in their communities
- Teach, mentor, and clinically supervise other doctors in how to conduct themselves in a culturally safe and effective manner
- Contribute to systemic evaluation to improve the provision of culturally safe care
- Form meaningful collective action partnerships with the community
- Advocate to improve the health outcomes of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
- Create health resources with rural communities in response to identified need
- Assist with culturally sensitive research lead by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
Where you can complete this AST
Browse the ACRRM training posts accredited in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health, including Aboriginal Medical Services, general practices and hospitals.
Got a question about training?
You can call us on 1800 223 226 or contact the training team.