The Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia (RCPA) is responsible for the training and professional development of pathologists and for the promotion of the science and practice of Pathology.

• What We Do
• Membership Categories

To become a pathologist the College accepts applications from registered medical practitioners with a minimum of one year's post graduate experience. Pathology training takes a minimum of five years. Training can be undertaken in one of nine disciplines.

• Overview
• Initial Registration
• Curriculum/Training Handbooks
• Exams
• Overseas Trained Specialist
• Job Positions
• RCPA Victorian Anatomical Pathology Training Program Opportunities
• BPS

These links are to Pathology related sites:

• The RCPA Manual of the Use and Interpretation of Pathology Tests.
• Australian Medical Council 
• National Association of Testing Authorities
• Pathology Professionals
• RCPA Quality Assurance Programs Pty Ltd
• LabTests Online
• More links 

The College produces a number of publications, some annually, some more frequently. Please click on the following links:

• Structured Reporting Cancer Protocols
• A scientific journal entitled Pathology
• A fortnightly newsletter for Fellows entitled Pathology Today (Members please log on to access)
• The latest  Annual Report (PDF)
  

2012 Grants and Awards

The closing date for applications for the 2012 Research Award, Travel Grant and Technical Assistance Grant is June 30^th. Click here for policy, guidelines and application form.

2012 Medical School Scholarships

Applications close on May 31 for Medical School Scholarships. Read the guidelines and policy here and obtain the application form.