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01 Jan 2024 - 30 Dec 2024

Medication Assisted Treatment for Opioid Dependence: Online

The Medication Assisted Treatment for Opioid Dependence (MATOD) program is designed to support Victorian GPs to implement safe and effective opioid prescribing and to recognise, prevent and respond to problematic opioid abuse. The aim of the training is to provide prescribers with the skills and confidence to assess, manage and initiate patients on Opioid Replacement Therapy. The training is delivered online through gplearning. It can be accessed at any time and is self-paced and self-guided.

This course can be started at any time throughout the year and once you have registered you will be enrolled into the course within 5 business days.

The MATOD program is a CPD Accredited Activity under the RACGP CPD Program.

Free training.

For further information, please contact us at vic.matod@racgp.org.au.

Contact: The VIC Faculty MATOD Project Team

Tel: 03 8699 0043

Email: vic.MATOD@racgp.org.au

01 Jan 2024 - 30 Dec 2024

Medication Assisted Treatment for Opioid Dependence: Online

As dedicated healthcare professionals, we understand the critical need for comprehensive care in addressing opioid dependence. We would like to invite you to complete the Medication Assisted Treatment for Opioid Dependence (MATOD) program.

Module Highlights:

  1. Opioids and Concepts
  2. Kinetics and Dynamics
  3. Clinical Assessment
  4. The Patient Arc
  5. Special Circumstances
  6. Pregnancy and Lactation
  7. Opioid Agonist Therapy in Victoria
  8. Nurse Practitioner Perspective (optional)

Non RACGP, register HERE

Contact: The VIC Faculty MATOD Project Team

Tel: 03 8699 0043

Email: vic.MATOD@racgp.org.au

More information Register online
01 Jan 2024 - 30 Dec 2024

Family Violence GP Education Program - ELearning Modules

The Family Violence GP Education Program eLearning modules are designed to provide you with an introduction to family violence. These modules can be completed either as a standalone set of training activities or as a pathway to the more comprehensive Family Violence GP Education Program.

  • Module 1: Identifying and responding to family violence
  • Module 2: Aboriginal and Torres Strai Islander Peoples
  • Module 3: MARAM and Information Sharing Schemes
  • Module 4: People who use Family Violence

The Family Violence GP Education Program eLearning modules are CPD Approved Activities, under the RACGP CPD Program, and are eligible for up to 3.5 CPD Hours (EA) once all modules are completed.

For further training options in family violence, please visit the RACGP Family Violence webpage.

Contact: The VIC Faculty Family Violence Project Team

Tel: 03 8699 0043

Email: vic.fvp@racgp.org.au

19 Feb 2024 - 27 May 2024

Online Focussed Psychological Strategies Skills Training

The RACGP Rural Focussed Psychological Strategies Skills Training (FPS ST) package provides GPs with essential training to enable them to become a GP provider of Foccussed Psychological Strategies (FPS) and provide CBT-derived FPS conselling to patients in their practice.

This flexible, innovative training package is made up of four Modules and uses a combination of technology, peer learning groups and locally available resources to provide GPs with access to FPS skills training whist remaining in their practice and community.

Please note: Level 1 Mental Health Skills Training (MHST) is a prerequisite for enrolment in the FPS ST training package.

The training package has GPMHSC accreditation and on completion GPs can gain FPS provider registration with Medicare to access FPS related MBS numbers 2721, 2723, 2725 and 2727.

Cost:RACGP Members: $1,279 (Inc GST) and Non-members $1,579 (Inc GST)

Contact: RACGP Rural

Tel: 1800 636 764

Email: rural@racgp.org.au

More information
08 Apr 2024 - 15 Jul 2024

Online Focussed Psychological Strategies Skills Training

The RACGP Rural Focussed Psychological Strategies Skills Training (FPS ST) package provides GPs with essential training to enable them to become a GP provider of Foccussed Psychological Strategies (FPS) and provide CBT-derived FPS conselling to patients in their practice.

This flexible, innovative training package is made up of four Modules and uses a combination of technology, peer learning groups and locally available resources to provide GPs with access to FPS skills training whist remaining in their practice and community.

Please note: Level 1 Mental Health Skills Training (MHST) is a prerequisite for enrolment in the FPS ST training package.

The training package has GPMHSC accreditation and on completion GPs can gain FPS provider registration with Medicare to access FPS related MBS numbers 2721, 2723, 2725 and 2727.

Cost:RACGP Members: $1,279 (Inc GST) and Non-members $1,579 (Inc GST)

Contact: RACGP Rural

Tel: 1800 636 764

Email: rural@racgp.org.au

More information
04 May 2024 - 05 May 2024
VIC

Dermatological Surgery Workshop - Warrnambool, VIC

RACGP and the Rural Workforce Agency of Victoria (RWAV) are looking forward to running the Dermatological Surgery Workshop.

This two-day workshop accommodates all skill levels and includes a combination of technology, presentations and small group practical sessions performing basic surgery and flap repairs on pigs' bellies.

Pre-requisite
Participants must complete DermCert4: Practical procedures in dermatology prior to attending the workshop.

RACGP CPD Accredited

Contact: VICTORIA DERM

Email: vic.derm@racgp.org.au

08 May 2024
SA

SA Payroll Tax Update

The end of the payroll tax amnesty for general practice in South Australia is fast approaching, ending on 30 June. Our State Chair, Dr Sian Goodson is having ongoing discussions with the South Australian Treasurer, and she is keen to update you on the negotiations and advocacy activity moving forward.

Sian will be joined by a panel of experts to discuss the current situation, answer your questions and discuss next steps, including how to raise patient fees to cover payroll tax costs.

Date: Wednesday 8 May 2024
Time: 7.00-8.30 pm (ACST)
Format: Zoom webinar
Cost: Free
To register: Click more information (below).

Contact: Elaine Dalby

Tel: 08 8267 8362

Email: sa.events@racgp.org.au

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09 May 2024
QLD

RACGP Rural & QLD Faculties Member Meet-up: Kingaroy

Join the RACGP for networking, drinks and nibbles in Kingaroy on Thursday 9 May 2024.

Network with colleagues over drinks and nibbles. We will share some of the Faculty's key achievements and provide an update for Queensland members and stakeholders.

Date: Thursday 9 May 2024

Time: 5.30pm - 7.30pm

Venue: Hotel Carrollee, 4 King Street, Kingaroy QLD 4610

Cost: Free

Contact: RACGP Rural

Tel: 1800 636 764

Email: rural@racgp.org.au

Register online
10 May 2024
QLD

RACGP Rural & QLD Faculties Member Meet-up: Gympie

Join the RACGP for networking, drinks and nibbles in Gympie on Friday 10 May 2024.

Network with colleagues over drinks and nibbles. We will share some of the Faculty's key achievements and provide an update for Queensland members and stakeholders.

Date: Friday 10 May 2024

Time: 12.00pm - 2.00pm

Venue: Kingston House Impressions, Corner of Channon and Barter Streets, Gympie QLD 4570

Cost: Free

Contact: RACGP Rural

Tel: 1800 636 764

Email: rural@racgp.org.au

Register online
10 May 2024
ACT

ACT Member Meet-up

RACGP NSW&ACT Faculty is delighted to invite you to a member meet-up event in ACT.

Join us for a relaxed evening at the High Courtyard North of Hotel Realm Canberra. Forge meaningful connections, collaborate, and network with your peers over canapés and drinks.

Date: Friday 10 May 2024
Time: 6.30 - 8.30 pm
Venue: Hotel Realm Canberra,18 National Circuit, Barton ACT 2600
Cost: Complimentary for members, registration is essential.


Contact: Charise Ebrada

Tel: 02 98864711

Email: charise.ebrada@racgp.org.au

Register online
11 May 2024
ACT

2024 ACT Fellowship Ceremony


The RACGP Fellowship and Awards Ceremony is a celebratory occasion to honour New Fellows and formally recognise the hard work and dedication required to achieve RACGP Fellowship.

Date: Saturday 11 May 2024
Time: 9.30 am - 2.00 pm
Venue: Hotel Realm, 18 National Circuit, Barton ACT 20600
RSVP: Thursday 18 April 2024

Guest numbers including children will be capped at THREE per New Fellow.

Contact: NSW&ACT Fellowship

Tel: 02 9886 4711

Email: nswact.fellowship@racgp.org.au

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13 May 2024 - 17 Jun 2024

FPS CPD Case-Based Discussions

The Focussed Psychological Strategies (FPS) CPD case-based discussions is a continuing professional development activity that has been designed to support GPs who are already implementing FPS with patients, evaluating their practice, and further developing their skills. Each participant will present a case and through peer-group discussions, participants will extend their FPS skills by exploring the intervention methods they currently use. Participants will also review challenging cases and develop strategies for addressing barriers to achieving best practice.

This activity is offered via the Zoom platform and comprises of four, two-hour case-based discussion sessions from 5:30 - 7:30pm AEST in the weeks of 13 May, 27 May, 3 June and 17 June 2024.

Cost: $395 for RACGP members and $495 for non-members.

This course is a CPD Approved Activity under the RACGP CPD Program (eligible for 9 hours) and accredited as an FPS CPD course by the GPMHSC.

Contact: RACGP Rural

Tel: 1800 636 764

Email: rural@racgp.org.au

More information Register online

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