In order to qualify and practice as a Certified Clinical Perfusionist in Australia and New Zealand, perfusionists must meet the following requirements:
A Suitable Degree
Complete a suitable Bachelor’s Degree in Science. It is relevant, but not mandatory, to have studied or majored in subjects related to perfusion science. These subjects will include physiology, biochemistry, pharmacology, medical science, anatomy and like subjects.
Complete Training and Academic Program
A perfusionist must:
- Secure and complete a ~2-year traineeship as a Trainee Clinical Perfusionist to fulfil the clinical training requirements
- Concurrently enrol and complete the Master’s program in Cardiovascular Perfusion to fulfil the academic educational requirement.
Currently, the only endorsed course by the ANZBP, is the Master of Cardiovascular Perfusion at Monash University.
Successfully Complete ANZBP Examination
Successfully complete the ANZBP examination to receive the Certificate of Clinical Perfusion awarded by the Australian and New Zealand Board of Perfusion
Complete Continuing Professional Development Requirements
Subsequently, complete the mandated Continuing Professional Development requirements and continuously meet the Profession’s ethical and standards requirements
For more information:
Contact: abcpcoordinator@anzcp.org
If you are an Overseas Trained Perfusionist, please read the OTP Pathway Policy for more information.