RACGP Faculty Events


01 Jan 2024 - 30 Dec 2025

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

01 Nov 2025 - 30 Nov 2025

CBT Skills for GPs - November Intake

Online via gplearning

RACGP Rural's Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) skills for GPs is a fully online course designed to equip you with foundational CBT skills. It focuses on the practical application of cognitive restructuring techniques and behavioural strategies to support the management of common mental health presentations in general practice.

The course comprises six interactive learning modules, including a pre-course reflection activity and final quiz. You can complete each module at your own pace.

This course is a CPD Approved Activity. GPs can earn 3.5 EA and 5 RP CPD hours.

The course is also GPMHSC-accredited for MH CPD and FPS CPD.

Cost: RACGP members $495

Please allow 1-2 business days for online access upon payment.

Contact: RACGP Rural

18 Nov 2025
NSW

NSW STI & HIV Care Update: Ask Us Anything!

Time: 7.30-8.30pm

Online Webinar

This interactive forum will equip GPs with the latest knowledge on STI and HIV testing, diagnosis, prevention (including PrEP), and treatment, aligned with current Australian guidelines. Through real-world case studies, expert insights, and practical case-based examples, GPs will build confidence in managing common and emerging sexual health presentations in general practice. Presenters will explore useful clinical tools, referral pathways, and practice supports that help streamline the delivery of efficient, patient-centred care. GPs are encouraged to take part in open discussion and bring their clinical, practical, and systems-related questions to the session, fostering a supportive and solution-focused learning environment. * CPD hours: Webinar EA 1 hour; with optional post-activity CPD: RP 1 hour and MO 1 hour activities.

Contact: Events Coordinator

19 Nov 2025 - 17 Dec 2025

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 AEDT on Wednesday 19 November, 26 November, 10 December & 17 December 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

22 Nov 2025
WA

CPR for GPs

This CPR course is run in conjunction with Medical Training Solutions and provides participants with topical emergency presentations and recent changes in emergency practice, tailored specifically for GPs.

This workshop is presented in accordance with the current guidelines of the Australian Resuscitation Council and covers all aspects of resuscitation and basic life support.

Completion of a CPR course is a requirement for the 2023-25 triennium.

Date: Saturday 22 November 2025

Time: 8.30 - 10.30am (Registration 8.15 am)

Venue: RACGP WA, 20 Southport Street, West Leederville.

Cost: RACGP Members: $120 | Non-members: $150

CPD: 2 Hours EA

Please note that an administration fee of $50.00 is deducted for cancellations less than 5 days prior to the event date.

Contact: WA Faculty Events

22 Nov 2025
WA

CPR for GPs

This CPR course is run in conjunction with Medical Training Solutions and provides participants with topical emergency presentations and recent changes in emergency practice, tailored specifically for GPs.

This workshop is presented in accordance with the current guidelines of the Australian Resuscitation Council and covers all aspects of resuscitation and basic life support.

Completion of a CPR course is a requirement for the 2023-25 triennium.

Date: Saturday 22 November 2025

Time: 11.00am - 1.00pm (Registration 10.45 am)

Venue: RACGP WA, 20 Southport Street, West Leederville.

Cost: RACGP Members: $120 | Non-members: $150

CPD: 2 Hours EA

Please note that an administration fee of $50.00 is deducted for cancellations less than 5 days prior to the event date.

Contact: WA Faculty Events

24 Nov 2025 - 02 Mar 2026

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 Focussed Psychological Strategies (FPS) and provide CBT-derived FPS counselling 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

24 Nov 2025
NSW

Neurovascular Care in Primary Practice

Time: 7.30-8.30pm

Online Webinar

Join expert specialists as they guide GPs through the latest advances in screening, diagnosis, and management of neurovascular conditions. The webinar will also provide practical insights into selecting and interpreting imaging for brain and neck vessels. This knowledge equips GPs to make informed clinical decisions, ensure timely referrals, and optimise patient outcomes in neurovascular care.

Contact: Events Coordinator

25 Nov 2025
NSW

Neurology in Focus: Advances in the Diagnosis and Management

Time: 7.30-8.30pm

Online Webinar

Join us for an expert-led session exploring the latest updates in the diagnosis and management of two complex neurological conditions - Motor Neurone Disease (MND) and Parkinson’s disease. Gain insights into cutting-edge diagnostic advances, including biomarkers, imaging, and early detection criteria for MND, as well as emerging treatment options supported by the latest research. Learn how to recognise the clinical features and progression of Parkinson’s disease to enable timely diagnosis and referral and explore current and evolving management strategies to optimise patient outcomes in general practice.

Contact: Events Coordinator

28 Nov 2025
WA

Awards Night and End of Year Soiree

The RACGP WA warmly invites you and your guest to an end-of-year soirée celebrating general practice.
Join us for a relaxed and enjoyable evening as we reflect on the year and honour the outstanding achievements of the 2025 WA Award recipients.

Set at the ANZAC Club on St George's Terrace in the Perth CBD, this will be an evening of celebrations, fine wine, canapés and catching up with colleagues and friends with incredible views of the city.

Date: Friday 28 November 2025
Time: 6.00-10.00 pm
Venue: ANZAC Club, 28 St Georges Terrace, Perth WA 6000
Price: $65 per person
Dress code: Cocktail

Contact: WA Events

01 Dec 2025 - 31 Dec 2025

CBT Skills for GPs - December Intake

Online via gplearning

RACGP Rural's Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) skills for GPs is a fully online course designed to equip you with foundational CBT skills. It focuses on the practical application of cognitive restructuring techniques and behavioural strategies to support the management of common mental health presentations in general practice.

The course comprises six interactive learning modules, including a pre-course reflection activity and final quiz. You can complete each module at your own pace.

This course is a CPD Approved Activity. GPs can earn 3.5 EA and 5 RP CPD hours.

The course is also GPMHSC-accredited for MH CPD and FPS CPD.

Cost: RACGP members $495

Please allow 1-2 business days for online access upon payment.

Contact: RACGP Rural

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