It is possible for trainees to pause Urgent Care training. However, trainees must notify the College in writing before the pause begins. Pauses or cancellations of membership cannot be backdated.

To request a pause:

Email the TPC (tpc@rnzcuc.org.nz) with your pause date and intended return date. A return date is necessary for administrative purposes.

Pause types:

Pause types determine access and membership: short pauses (≤6 months) retain membership and services and long pauses (>6 months) end membership and funding eligibility. After three years of being on pause, you are considered withdrawn.

Provisions while pause:

If you intend to practice outside of urgent care for this period you must be enrolled on another recertification programme or contact MCNZ to arrange registration with InPractice. 

Clinical time approved for urgent care hours may not be recorded for annual or CPD requirements during a pause, unless previously agreed with the DCT. While courses completed during a pause may be counted towards a training programme, prior approval must be sought from the DCT.

Remind process:

The College office team will send you reminders requesting an update on your likely return to the training programme, usually around your declared return date.

Returning:

To return, email the TPC. The DCT will review your progress and may require additional activities. Absences over three years, or concerns about prior performance, are referred to the Board of Censors.

For more information please read the Pausing training or recertification policy.