Full Licence Requirements – Direct Entry: Specialty Medicine Practice

1. A degree from a World Directory of Medical Schools recognized university or school of medicine
2. One of the following:
   1. Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC) Certification
   2. Successfully completed a postgraduate primary specialty training program in the United States of America and holds current certification with any Member Board of the American Board of Medical Specialties, or the American Osteopathic Association Board; in their discipline of training as outlined in policy; or
   3. has successfully completed a postgraduate primary specialty training program in an approved jurisdiction and holds certification in a primary specialty, satisfactory to the College, in an approved jurisdiction as outlined in policy.
3. Licentiate of the Medical Council of Canada (LMCC) or acceptable alternative (if applicable)
4. Currency of Practice
5. English Language Proficiency
6. Good Character – all or some of the following may be required:
   • Up to 3 References
   • Criminal Record Check
   • Certificate(s) of Professional Conduct from each Jurisdiction a Licence has been held in the previous 10 years
   • Disciplinary and background questionnaire
7. Government issued photo identification
8. Evidence of Professional Liability Coverage for Newfoundland and Labrador