About the Course
PMCV’s Hitting the Ground Running (HTGR): IMG Orientation program is designed to support and familiarise International Medical Graduate (IMGs) who are planning on or currently working within the Australian healthcare system (Hospital-based and/or General Practice).
At the end of the course, you will receive evidence of certification.
You will also have access to an O-manual and resources to further supplement and support your understanding of:
- Medicare Australia
- Obtaining your Provider number
- Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS)
- PBS online learning
- Prescribing medications
- Australian society, communication, cultural awareness, and competence
- Patient charges
- Registration pathways and standard bodies
- IMG employment pathways
- Legislative framework governing practices
- Litigation & indemnity
- Living in Australia
- And much more…
This program is suited for doctors working in hospital and/or GP clinical settings. This is also suitable for doctors following all IMG registration pathways.
Register for 2026 courses below
Costs | |
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Virtual | $490* AUD + Booking Fee (*GST Inclusive) |
Please note that course pricing is subject to change and PMCV reserves the right to alter pricing without notice.
Refund Policy
Registration (minus $50 administration fee) will be refunded for cancellation up to 7 days prior to the event. Registration will not be refunded for cancellation of less than 7 days or non-attendance.
Hitting the Ground Running Sessions tailored to your organisation
We also run bespoke Hitting the Ground Running sessions with organisations. If you are interested in this service, please contact us below to book:
- PMCVeducation@pmcv.com.au
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Postgraduate Medical Council of Victoria
Lvl 14 263 William Street
Melbourne VIC 3000
Education - Prospectus request
Cancellation and Rescheduling
PMCV courses are subject to minimum and maximum group numbers. Courses may be cancelled or postponed if minimum numbers are not achieved by the scheduled date. Courses may close prior to the start date if the maximum numbers are achieved. In both situations, applicants will be re-scheduled to the next available course.
For further information on the Hitting the Ground Running (HTGR) Program, please email PMCVeducation@pmcv.com.au.