Associateship (via the Part 2 MFOM examination)
The Part 2 MFOM examination is open to candidates who are not in approved training posts, as a route to becoming an Associate (AFOM) of the Faculty. Associateship is a mid-level qualification aimed at doctors looking to enhance their training and competencies in occupational medicine, but who are not able to fill an approved training post.
Entry into the Part 2 MFOM examination via this route is subject to specific eligibility criteria.
Upon application, candidates must:
- have attained the Diploma in Occupational Medicine (DOccMed)
- have at least one year’s full-time (or equivalent) experience in occupational medicine
- have at least two year’s full-time (or equivalent) in other specialties
- provide a signed statement of support from a current Member or Fellow of the Faculty
2024 dates for the AFOM are:
Monday, 29th January 2024 (Written – MCQ and Photo Hygiene Papers) – online through our partners TestReach
Tuesday 30th January 2024 (Written – MEQ paper) – online through our partners TestReach
Please click here for the protocol document relating to FOM exams taken through TestReach.
Tuesday March 5th (OSPE) – Sheffield
Registration for the Jan / March exams will open at 9.00am on Monday October 23rd 2024 and close at 5.00pm on Monday December 4th. Only complete applications will be booked successfully.
