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.
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
2019 dates for the Part 2 MFOM are:
Monday, 3 June 2019 (Written – FOM, 2 Lovibond Lane, London, SE10 9FY)
Tuesday, 16 July 2019 (OSPE – Samuel Fox House, Northern General Hospital, Herries Road, Sheffield, S5 7AU)
Applications for this exam will be opened Tuesday, 19 February 2019 and close on Tuesday, 23 April at 17:00.
2020 dates for the Part 2 MFOM are:
Monday, 13 January 2020 (Written – FOM, 2 Lovibond Lane, London, SE10 9FY)
Tuesday, 11 February 2020 (OSPE – Location TBC)
Applications for this exam will be opened Tuesday, 8 October 2019 and close on Monday, 2 December at 17:00.
Please note the part 2 MFOM exam is also held in September/October 2020 (details TBC).
