RDN Events & Training

Rural Doctors Network (RDN) supports a range of professional development conferences and events for rural doctors, nurses, allied health professionals, practice managers, health service managers, pharmacists and students throughout the year. Some highlights of the training and events calendar include:

• Rural GPs Refresher Conference (includes a partner and children’s program)
• Multidisciplinary conferences and events for Rural Health Month hosted by Rural Health Pro each November, including:
  • National Rural and Remote Health Awards
  • Rural GPs Conference (includes a partner and children’s program and the Rural Medical Service Awards)
  • Rural Medical Students Conference
  • Rural Practice Managers Conference
• New GP Orientation Workshops 
• Advanced Life Support 1 & Advanced Life Support 2 Workshops
• Basic Life Support Workshops

And much more. Stay up-to-date with our education and training offerings for your area of specialisation by checking back here regularly and signing up for our newsletters:

Funding to upskill

You may be eligible to apply for funds to support the costs of registration, travel and accommodation expenses through the Health Workforce Scholarship Program (HWSP). Click here to check your eligibility and apply. 

Upcoming events

Jan
29

PESCI Preparation Workshop

Date: Thursday 29^th Jan 2026  08:30 AM - 05:00 PM

Location: Sydney

Details: Are you an International Medical Graduate (IMG) preparing for your Pre-Employment Structured Clinical Interview (PESCI)?   This intensive, expert-led preparation workshop is open to all IMGs, already enrolled in a PESCI assessment. Give yourself the best chance of securing your medical career in Australia with our workshop. This small group workshop is a practical, one-day course specifically designed to provide you with the structure, skills, and confidence to successfully pass the PESCI  Read More...