The objective of the Phase 1 Examination is to assess a candidate’s competency and required level of knowledge and understanding of anatomy and Applied Imaging Technology as it relates to clinical radiology. Each exam has a distinct approach to accomplish this objective.
The Phase 1 Examination consists of two separate written examinations: Anatomy and Applied Imaging Technology, which must be successfully completed to progress to Phase 2 of the training program.
A basic eligibility requirement is to be a financial member of the College (all annual member subscriptions and annual training fees must be up-to-date or not overdue where the due date is after the examination date).
In addition, a candidate must:
A trainee subject to a Remediation Plan, in accordance with the College’s Remediation in Training Policy is not permitted to sit the Phase 1 Examinations during a remediation plan period. Refer to the Remediation in Training Policy for further information.
A trainee who is on interrupted training or Break in Training should refer to the College’s Interrupted and Part-Time Training Policy for requirements related to sitting the Phase 1 Examinations during their interrupted training or Break in Training.
There are six topic areas (body regions) covered in the examination. They are listed here with their approximate weighting.
Note: these percentages provide approximate weightings and may vary slightly between examinations.
One three-hour paper to assess trainee knowledge of radiologic anatomy made up of the following:
One three-hour paper to assess trainee knowledge on theoretical principles, imaging technology, radiation protection and patient safety. The examination consists of the following:
Close: Monday 15 July 2024
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Format: Online Proctored
Results released: Tuesday 26 November 2024
Close: TBA
Results released: TBA
Practice the Examination The RANZCR Clinical Radiology Written Examinations are completed online. Candidates must watch the instructional video and practise on the demonstration site before the exam.1. Instructional videoCR Phase 1 Demo Exam Instructional Video2. Online practice examinationDemonstration site: https://demo.ranzcr.practique.net/Visit the online practice examination which replicates the real examination. Try to use all the tools and question navigation to help your confidence. Note: The site works best on the Google Chrome browser.The questions used in the demonstration aren't meant to be a study tool, just examples for you to get more confident using the examination delivery platform. The demonstration consists of one sample question from each of the following written examinations:Phase 1: Anatomy PaperPhase 1: AIT PaperDuring the real RANZCR examinations, a countdown timer is provided on the platform to help you manage your time. However, this feature has been disabled for the demonstration.Logging in: Use the following credentials:Username - 11001Password - 11001Select the examination:Clinical Radiology Phase 1 Demo ExamUse the following PIN: 392226 Examination Resources Reading listsPhase 1 Anatomy Examination Recommended Reading ListPhase 1 Applied Imaging Technology Recommended Reading ListSample Questions Phase 1 Anatomy and AIT Sample QuestionsAnatomy PapersAnatomy Paper 1 Series 1 2021Anatomy Paper 2 Series 1 2021Anatomy Paper 1 Series 2 2020Anatomy Paper 2 Series 2 2020Anatomy Paper 1 Series 2 2019Anatomy Paper 2 Series 2 2019Anatomy Paper 1 Series 1 2019Anatomy Paper 2 Series 1 2019Anatomy Paper 1 Series 2 2018Anatomy Paper 2 Series 2 2018Anatomy Paper 1 Series 1 2018Anatomy Paper 2 Series 1 2018Anatomy Paper 1 Series 2 2017Anatomy Paper 2 Series 2 2017Anatomy Paper 1 Series 1 2017Anatomy Paper 2 Series 1 2017Anatomy Paper 1 Series 2 2016Anatomy Paper 2 Series 2 2016AIT PapersAIT Paper 1 Series 1 2021AIT Paper 1 Series 2 2020AIT Paper 1 Series 1 2019AIT Paper 1 Series 2 2019AIT Paper 1 Series 1 2018AIT Paper 1 Series 2 2018AIT Paper 1 Series 1 2017AIT Paper 1 Series 2 2017AIT Paper 1 Series 2 2016 Examination Reports 2024 S1 Clinical Radiology Phase 1 Written 2023 S2 Clinical Radiology Phase 1 Written2023 S1 Clinical Radiology Phase 1 Written Related Documents Phase 1 Examinations (Clinical Radiology) Policy This policy describes the requirements for the Phase 1 Examinations for... Download PDF - 448.1KB
The RANZCR Clinical Radiology Written Examinations are completed online. Candidates must watch the instructional video and practise on the demonstration site before the exam.
CR Phase 1 Demo Exam Instructional Video
Demonstration site: https://demo.ranzcr.practique.net/
Visit the online practice examination which replicates the real examination. Try to use all the tools and question navigation to help your confidence.
Note: The site works best on the Google Chrome browser.
The questions used in the demonstration aren't meant to be a study tool, just examples for you to get more confident using the examination delivery platform. The demonstration consists of one sample question from each of the following written examinations:
During the real RANZCR examinations, a countdown timer is provided on the platform to help you manage your time. However, this feature has been disabled for the demonstration.
Use the following credentials:
Select the examination:
Use the following PIN:
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