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Trainee exit survey report
The RANZCP surveys trainees and Specialist International Medical Graduates (SIMGs) who have completed experiential training and the requirements of the training pathways for their Fellowship program.
The survey results help shape changes and improvements to the RANZCP education and training programs, as well as the experience of the Fellowship Program.
The report of the 2024 Trainee Exit Survey includes a comparison against the previous survey results.
2024 RANZCP Trainee Exit Survey Report
288 trainees and SIMGs who completed training in the period January–December 2024 responded to the survey – a 50% response rate.
Report highlights
Overall, the training program continues to be recognised for its contribution to the development of clinical skills required of a psychiatrist, a consistent finding since 2020. In 2024, 63% of respondents expressed satisfaction with the Fellowship Program, representing a modest decline from previous years. The Net Promoter Score (NPS) was -9, reflecting a shift toward more neutral or less favourable views. These results highlight areas where further improvements may help enhance the training experience.
Clinical supervision remains a strength of the program, although feedback, skill development opportunities, and access to supervision are areas identified for ongoing improvement.
For a fourth year in a row, centrally administered assessments attracted critical feedback, suggesting continued scope for refinement in this area.
Other findings include:
- a decline in perceptions that examinations reflect the training curriculum accurately.
- Improved views on workplace-based assessments, particularly regarding the meaningfulness of feedback.
- Ongoing concerns about the relevance of FECs in supporting Fellowship program success.
- Reported decreases in the clarity and consistency of communication about Fellowship requirements.
- A drop in overall engagement with the College, alongside reduced reported access to psychological and mental health support services.
- Slight improvement in perceived work-life balance, though issues relating to workplace culture, including bullying, harassment, and discrimination remain a concern with 55% of respondents indicating these behaviours were not adequately addressed.
- Interest in medical education remains strong, with stable interest in Indigenous health and rural practice. However, interest in medical research showed a slight decline.
These insights will support ongoing work to refine and improve the Fellowship Program, ensuring it continues to meet the needs of future psychiatrists and the community they serve.
