Training Fees Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What should I do if I would like to inquire about a fee reduction?
Rates payable will be charged according to time in training in the relevant training year, as below.
- 0 weeks (FTE) trained – 0% of the Annual Training Fee
- 1 – 26 weeks (FTE) trained – 50% of the Annual Training Fee
- 27 – 39 weeks (FTE) trained – 75% of the Annual Training Fee
- 40 – 52 weeks (FTE) trained– 100% of the Annual Training Fee
Where can I find or request my invoice or receipt?
If the document is missing or unclear, please contact the Finance Team at debtors@ranzcog.edu.au.
What happens if a fee reduction is approved?
If you have not yet paid the invoice:
A credit note will be applied to the original invoice, and an updated invoice will be sent to your nominated email address for payment. You can also view or download your updated invoice by logging into your account and navigating to Profile > Payments.
If you have already paid the invoice:
A credit note will be issued to your nominated email address and can be viewed or downloaded by logging into yourÌý account and navigating to Administration > Interactions. Ìý
You may request a refund for the surplus amount by completing theÌýRefund Request Form and emailing it to the Finance Team atÌýdebtors@ranzcog.edu.au. Refunds will be processed following standard approval procedures and are usually issued within one week of approval. To view your refund record, please log into yourÌý account and go to Profile > Payments to view or download your refund receipts.
If the document is missing or unclear, please contact the Finance Team at Ìýdebtors@ranzcog.edu.au.
As a member of RANZCOG (other than FRANZCOG), do I have to maintain my current membership if I have already enrolled in FRANZCOG training program?
If you choose to maintain your membership, please ensure you pay your annual subscription and complete any outstanding administrative requirements via your account.
If you do not wish to maintain your membership while you are in FRANZCOG training, please submit at your earliest convenience.Ìý Resigning from membership will not impact your FRANZCOG training.
If you have any questions about your membership, please contact the Membership Team at membership@ranzcog.edu.au or on their direct number 03 9114 3960 at the office.
What should I do if I have financial difficulty?
In addition, payment plans are offered to FRANZCOG trainees after the annual training fee invoice is issued.
For further options and support relating to your training, please get in touch with the Training team at training@ranzcog.edu.au and/or refer to Trainee in Difficulty Policy and Procedure.
How do I apply for a payment plan?
Currently, payment plans are only available to FRANZCOG trainees and Subspecialty trainees, and a new application is required each year, as payment plans do not roll over automatically.
ÌýThe Payment Plan Application Form will be available once the annual training fee invoice is issued. You must complete and submit the form by 31 January each year.
Once your application is approved, you will receive a Payment Plan Activation Guide, please ensure your payment plan is activated before the 1st instalment date to avoid missed payments.
How does the payment plan work?
- 1st Instalment: 15th April current year
- 2nd Instalment: 15th July current year
- 3rd Instalment: 15th October current year
- 4th Instalment: 15th January following year
What happens if a payment plan instalment fails?
If two instalments fail consecutively, the College will contact you to arrange manual payment.
For more information, please refer to Payment Plan Activation Guide or contact the Finance Team at debtors@ranzcog.edu.au.