EPIC

Part A - the comparability assessment 

EPIC - primary source verification of qualifications

Once you’ve confirmed that you meet the comparability assessment prerequisites, you must apply to have your overseas medical qualifications (your primary medical degree certificate and your specialist general practice qualification certificate) verified for authenticity.

Verification is done using the Electronic Portfolio of International Credentials (EPIC) service provided by the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG). Step-by-step instructions on how to apply for verification are available on the ECFMG website.

As part of this process, you’ll get the following two important numbers. Write them down as you’ll need to provide them with your comparability assessment application:

• EPIC ID (or EPIC number) This number provides evidence that you’ve applied for EPIC verification.

• AMC candidate number This number provides evidence that you’ve established an AMC portfolio. It’ll be used by the RACGP to confirm that your qualification has been verified by EPIC.

You may submit your comparability assessment even if the EPIC verification hasn’t been completed yet, as long as you provide your EPIC ID. Primary and specialist qualifications need to be verified and shared with the AMC as per How to apply – AMC candidate account and portfolio instructions. Your application won’t be finalised until we can confirm EPIC verification has been completed. You and the AMC will be notified when the verification of your qualification has been completed.