About the MOET Course

The MOET course runs for two and a half days and covers trauma (first day), obstetrics (second day) and examinations (final half-day). The format for teaching consists of a comprehensive package of didactic teaching, scenarios, skills drills, small group workshops, demonstrations and moulages to teach and reinforce knowledge and skills acquired by the candidates. There is continuous assessment of skills during the course, as well as an MCQ and OSCE exam on the final day.

The MOET course builds on core skills and knowledge expected of a senior clinician. There is currently no comparable course in Australia. It is more advanced than the ALSO course, however the two courses may complement. The PROMPT course has some features that may also complement MOET in terms communication, teamwork and emergency management systems within individual maternity units, but does not attain the peak levels of achievement for individuals.

MOET commenced in Australia in 2009, starting with two courses and one instructor course in Sydney in November. We plan to run four to five courses per year in Australia and New Zealand, as well as at least one instructor course. Where possible we try to link courses with national and international scientific meetings and symposia.