Each year AOA receives a very high number of applications for what is a limited number of training posts. This makes the probability of a successful outcome for candidates quite low.
The number of available training posts for any intake varies from year to year, as it is affected by accreditation of training posts and progression of existing trainees.
The graph below demonstrates the numbers of applicants, interviews and offers by region in 2024 for the 2025 intake.
The table below shows historic data of applicants, interviews and offers by region for the last six years with a breakdown of male and female applicants.
*Click table to enlarge. Applicants numbers are based on regions of first preference.
Based on initial modelling, the approximate number of
vacancies expected for the 2026 intake is as follows:
*actual vacancy numbers in each region are subject to change.
The approximate number of interview spots per region is as follows:
*actual interview numbers in each region are subject to change.
For more details about AOA Selection application please visit the
Becoming an AOA trainee page and refer to the
2026 Training Program Selection Regulations.
Should you have any questions about Selection, please don’t hesitate to email
selection@aoa.org.au