Training & Events

HELP Community of Practice

HELP Community of Practice

Join an informal conversation to share ideas, discuss challenges and what is working when using the HELP App Brief Intervention.

When: Wed 3 April, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Presented By: La Trobe University

Where: Online

Webinar: Difficult  Conversations  in Aged Care

Webinar: Difficult Conversations in Aged Care

This webinar focuses on fundamental skills and practical strategies for communication in aged care. Participants will have the opportunity to apply learning to clinical scenarios, guided in each exercise by experts in healthcare communication education.

Available: 4 April, 29 April, 20 May and 21 May (choose one session)

When: Thu 4 April, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Presented By: Barwon South Western Region Palliative Care Consortium

Where: Online

Cost: $15 (inc. GST)

HELP App Brief Intervention

HELP App Brief Intervention

This webinar is for health professionals to learn about ‘prescribing’ social and practical support for people at the end of life using the HELP App.

When: Wed 10 April, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Presented By: La Trobe University

Where: Online

Medicines in the last days of life: anticipatory medicines and medication management for end-of-life

Medicines in the last days of life: anticipatory medicines and medication management for end-of-life

General practitioners play a crucial role in facilitating many patients to die in the comfort of their homes. The importance of having the confidence to effectively manage symptoms during the end-of-life phases cannot be overstated in ensuring a successful home death experience. Enhancing GP proficiency by creating a core medicine list and gaining a deeper insight into anticipatory prescribing significantly contributes to improving outcomes. The pharmacist is pivotal in delivering to patients the medicines they need. Being part of the core medicine list project ensures patients can easily find and get the medicines they require, improving overall access to important medications.

When: Thu 11 April, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Presented By: PHNs and Pharmaceutical Society

Where: Online

Palliative Care Education Webinar Series

Palliative Care Education Webinar Series

Sessions available until June 2024

Tuesday 16th April: Managing symptoms in the last days of life 

Tuesday 7th May: An overview of organ and tissue donation 

Tuesday 11th June: Anorexia and exercise in palliative care

When: Tue 16 April, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Presented By: Barwon South Western Region Palliative Care Consortium and Western Victoria PHN

Where: Online

6th National LGBTI Ageing and Aged Care Conference

6th National LGBTI Ageing and Aged Care Conference

17th, 24th April & 1st May 2024

Explore progressive ideas and foster dialogue to create a more inclusive and supportive environment for the ageing LGBTI community.

When: Wed 17 April, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Presented By: LGBTIQ+ Health Australia

Where: Online

Cost: $300 (inc. GST)

When community palliative care and the role of the GP meet

When community palliative care and the role of the GP meet

Community palliative care is a vital element in improving the quality of life for individuals dealing with serious illnesses and their families. It provides the necessary compassionate support and specialised medical care to manage pain, symptoms and emotional distress outside the confines of a hospital. In this context, GPs play a pivotal role as the main point of contact and deliver consistent care and personalised assistance. GPs work in collaboration with the palliative care team to address the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of patients, ensuring they can make the most of their valuable time in familiar surroundings while receiving comprehensive and holistic support

Speakers -

  • Dr Scott Reeves: Palliative Medicine Physician and Geriatrician
  • Dr Chien-Che Lin: Palliative Medicine Specialist and General Practitioner

When: Wed 17 April, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Presented By: Eastern Melbourne PHN

Where: Online

PCRN Forum 2024

PCRN Forum 2024

Shaping Palliative Care Together: A Panel Discussion with Consumer Advocates

Registrations close 15 April

A key role of the Palliative Care Research Network (PCRN) is to promote activities that foster the evolution of collaborative scholarly inquiry in palliative care.J

When: Thu 18 April, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Presented By: Palliative Care Research Network

Where: Online

Culturally responsive palliative care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples

Culturally responsive palliative care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples

Acquire knowledge, skills and confidence in providing responsive and culturally sensitive care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples with a life-limiting illness and their families.

When: Mon 22 April, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Presented By: PEPA

Where: Ceres

Navigating complex stakeholders in a healthcare setting

Navigating complex stakeholders in a healthcare setting

Join this webinar on navigating stakeholder engagement and government relations. Designed for healthcare professionals, researchers, and advocates, this webinar will enhance your skills in managing diverse stakeholder groups and engaging with government, community, and advocacy organisations.

When: Tue 23 April, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Presented By: VCCC

Where: Online

Train Your Biography Volunteers

Train Your Biography Volunteers

4 weeks of instructional training and mentoring with an additional 4 weeks working on a biography online via Zoom. 

Discounted group rates available.

When: Wed 24 April, 9:30am - 11:30am

Presented By: EPC Centre for Volunteer Excellence

Where: Online

Cost: $1,500 (inc. GST)

Communication and Dementia

Communication and Dementia

The session provides information on dementia, the way we communicate and how changes in communication can occur as a result of dementia.

Suitable for family carers and family members of people living with dementia. This session is not suitable for professionals employed in the health or aged care sectors.

When: Fri 26 April, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Presented By: Dementia Australia

Where: Online

Navigation Programs Supporting CALD Seniors to Access Aged Care Services

Navigation Programs Supporting CALD Seniors to Access Aged Care Services

This webinar covers the national Carefinders program and Specialised Support Services (Victorian Access and Support program) which help seniors from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to access and navigate aged care services. Due to digital literacy, health literacy, cultural, and linguistic issues, seniors may require targeted support. 

When: Tue 30 April, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Presented By: Centre for Cultural Diversity in Ageing

Where: Online

Grampians Region Palliative Care Conference 2024

Grampians Region Palliative Care Conference 2024

Past, Present and Future Directions of Palliative Care

Grampians Regional Palliative Care Team are delighted to host their 9th Palliative Care Conference. The conference focus is on the growth of Palliative Care in regional Australia over the past forty years and will enhance knowledge and skills of current and future innovative healthcare practices for people with a life-limiting illness.

When: Wed 1 May - Fri 3 May, 8:30am - 5:00pm

Presented By: Grampians Region Palliative Care Consortium

Where: RACV Goldfields Creswick

Cost: $500 (inc. GST)

Cultural Competence Reflection Tools

Cultural Competence Reflection Tools

Join this webinar to learn more about cultural competence and how CEH's organisational and individual cultural competence tools can enhance your work with migrant and refugee communities.

When: Thu 2 May, 12:00pm - 12:30pm

Presented By: Centre for Culture, Ethnicity and Health

Where: Online

Palliative Care and End-of-Life Masterclasses

Palliative Care and End-of-Life Masterclasses

Bookings for CPC's 2024 interactive Palliative and End-of-Life Care Masterclasses are open.

Cost varies by the course selected ($385 to $495).

When: Wed 8 May, 9:00am - 1:00pm

Presented By: Centre for Palliative Care (CPC)

Where: Online

Cost: $495 (inc. GST)

National Mental Health Webinar Series

National Mental Health Webinar Series

Dates to November 2024

The webinars will be run by experienced leaders in the mental health field in aged care. Each webinar will be facilitated by Professor Joseph Ibrahim and include a clinical case presentation, a keynote speaker and an interactive panel discussion.

When: Wed 8 May, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Presented By: Latrobe University, RANZCP, Uniting Age Well and others

Where: Online

History of Palliative Care Nursing

History of Palliative Care Nursing

To celebrate International Nurses’ Day join this webinar on the History of Palliative Care Nursing presented by Kate Swetenham (President of the PCNA & Director of Nursing for End of Life Care at SA Health).

When: Mon 13 May, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Presented By: Grampians Region Palliative Care Team

Where: Online

Disability and Palliative Care Forum

Disability and Palliative Care Forum

Strengthening our work together

This forum is designed to help those working in the Disability and Palliative Care sectors to understand how each other works and to strengthen communication, collaboration and coordination to improve outcomes for individuals living with a disability and life-limiting illness.

When: Thu 16 May, 9:00am - 4:00pm

Presented By:

Where: Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre,

Cost: $110 (inc. GST)

2nd International Conference on Palliative Care and Hospice Nursing

2nd International Conference on Palliative Care and Hospice Nursing

Improving the quality of health in Palliative Care & Hospice Nursing

Explore new ideas and the latest developments that focus on Improving the Quality of Health in Palliative Care & Hospice Nursing.

When: Thu 16 May - Fri 17 May, 9:00am - 6:00pm

Presented By: Scientex Conferences

Where: Online

Cost: $785 (inc. GST)

VAD Doctor Training Day

VAD Doctor Training Day

Open to any doctor who is a Fellow of a college (RACGP, RACP etc - including newly admitted Fellows). 

Completing this training enables you to become a voluntary assisted dying assessing doctor. Training days are an efficient way to get the 6-hour training completed in a collegial and supportive environment.

When: Fri 17 May, 9:00am - 4:30pm

Presented By: Statewide Voluntary Assisted Dying Care Navigator Service

Where: Northern Hospital, Epping

PCV National Palliative Care Week Summit

PCV National Palliative Care Week Summit

For professionals and volunteers from the palliative care and aged care sectors.

More information coming soon

When: Mon 20 May, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Presented By: Palliative Care Victoria

Where: Carson Conference Centre

Medications for Parkinson’s Disease at End of Life

Medications for Parkinson’s Disease at End of Life

Robert Wojnar, Pharmacist Cabrini Hospital will talk about:

  • Medications that can/cannot be safely used at end of life with a person with Parkinson’s Disease
  • Alternative medications that are safe in persons with Parkinson’s Disease

When: Tue 21 May, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Presented By: South Metropolitan Region Palliative Care Consortium (SMRPCC)

Where: Online

Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre Palliative Care program

Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre Palliative Care program

This 2-day program is aimed at beginner to intermediate knowledge and for those who work with palliative patients in acute or aged care settings or those relatively new to the specialty and wanting to enhance their knowledge.

For RNs, ENs and Allied Health Clinicians.

When: Mon 27 May - Tue 28 May, 8:00am - 4:00pm

Presented By: Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre

Where: Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre VCCC Building 305

Cost: $340 (inc. GST)

National Dementia Conference

National Dementia Conference

Running for the 15th year, the National Dementia Conference 2024 will bring together leading experts to discuss best-practice strategies and initiatives for improving quality person-centred care for people living with dementia.

When: Wed 12 June, 9:00am - 9:00am

Presented By: informaconnect

Where: Crown Promenade Melbourne

Cost: $1,534 (inc. GST)

Annual Palliative Care Conference 2024 Allied Health and Nursing

Annual Palliative Care Conference 2024 Allied Health and Nursing

The conference will centre on the theme of inspiring continuous learning through practical application and is aimed at all clinicians who provide or want to learn more about holistic palliative care.

When: Fri 14 June - Sat 15 June, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Presented By: Gold Coast Hospital Foundation

Where: Gold Coast University Hospital

Cost: $99 (inc. GST)

Volunteering Victoria State Conference 2024

Volunteering Victoria State Conference 2024

Shake it Up: Bold Change

A two-day hybrid event featuring local, national and international speakers, across plenary and concurrent breakout sessions.

Registrations close 5 June unless sold out prior

When: Wed 19 June - Thu 20 June, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Presented By: Volunteering Victoria

Where: Pullman Melbourne on the Park

Cost: $550 (inc. GST)

Overcoming Social Isolation Among Culturally Diverse Seniors

Overcoming Social Isolation Among Culturally Diverse Seniors

This webinar will provide an overview of the Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme and what program activities Inclusion Melbourne is delivering to support socially isolated, diverse aged care recipients particularly those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

When: Tue 25 June, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Presented By: Centre for Cultural Diversity in Ageing

Where: Online

2024 Palliative Care Nurses Australia Biennial Conference

2024 Palliative Care Nurses Australia Biennial Conference

Clinical Excellence, Connection and Culture - the art of palliative care nursing

For nurses working in all settings and contexts and involved in providing generalist or specialist palliative care. Offering the opportunity to focus on:

  • clinical excellence informed by the latest evidence;
  • connection across sectors, care settings and jurisdictions;
  • mentorship across the sector and on deepening our understanding of Aboriginal ways of knowing, being and doing, as well as Western ways of knowing to optimise palliative care for all.

When: Wed 31 July - Fri 2 August, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Presented By: Palliative Care Nurses Australia

Where: Novotel on Collins

The National Nursing Forum: Regenerate, Reinvigorate, Reclaim

The National Nursing Forum: Regenerate, Reinvigorate, Reclaim

Regenerate, Reinvigorate, Reclaim – Sustainable solutions for our future

The Australian College of Nursing’s signature annual leadership and educational event that brings together nurses, students and other health professionals from around the country and across the globe.

When: Wed 14 August - Fri 16 August, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Presented By: Australian College of Nursing

Where: Cairns Convention Centre and Online (Hybrid event)

Cost: $840 (inc. GST)

International Dementia Conference 2024

International Dementia Conference 2024

This event will bring together sector leaders, researchers and key decision-makers. An opportunity to hear from and connect with others working in dementia and palliative research and care.

Early bird registrations open 15 April to 31 May. Full-price registrations available from 1 June.

When: Thu 5 September - Fri 6 September, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Presented By: The Dementia Centre

Where: Hilton Sydney

ANZSPM 2024 Biennial Conference

ANZSPM 2024 Biennial Conference

30 Years of Palliative Medicine: Constructing, Challenging, Transforming

When: Thu 5 September - Sun 8 September, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Presented By: Australia New Zealand Society of Palliative Medicine

Where: National Wine Centre Adelaide

McGill International Palliative Care Congress

McGill International Palliative Care Congress

For the 24th edition of the Congress, the organising committee anticipate many opportunities to connect, exchange, collaborate and enjoy all the pleasures that Montréal offers. With a blockbuster pre-conference workshop, day-long topical seminars, transformative plenary sessions and rigorous research from around the world.

When: Tue 15 October - Fri 18 October, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Presented By: McGill University

Where: Palais des Congres de Montreal Convention Centre