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SUMMARY:Advanced Training in Suicide Prevention - Blended Learning
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\nProgram Outline\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis blended learning workshop aims to increase health professionals’ skill and confidence in taking a detailed suicide history and developing a collaborative management plan to increase the safety of people planning suicide. \nThe workshop provides practical tools for health professionals managing the full spectrum of suicide risk presentations including the acute suicidal crisis\, care after a suicide attempt and assisting families experiencing suicide bereavement. \nThis program combines online interactive sessions\, case discussion and self-directed learning modules. \nModule 1: Self-directed learning \nDuration: 1.5 hours \nModality: Online module \nModule 2: Advanced Training in Suicide Prevention \nDuration: 3 hours \nModality: Online interactive Zoom session \n  \nModule 3: Case Discussion Group \nDuration: 1 hour and 45 minutes \nModality: Online interactive Zoom session \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\nAccreditation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 6.5 CPD hours incl. 5.5 hrs Education Activity & 1 hr Reviewing Performance (RACGP & ACRRM)\nMental Health CPD with GPMHSC (GPs)\n6.5 hours CPD (psychologists)\n\n*All modules must be completed to gain CPD hours \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\nSuitable for\n\nAllied Health;GPs;Multi-disciplinary;Mental Health Nurse;Psychologists;Social Workers;Youth Workers;Other mental health professionals \n\n\n\n  \n\n\nTopics Covered\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSuicide prevalence\, stigma and culture\nUndertake a suicide risk assessment effectively\nDevelop a collaborative safety plan\nImplement a team approach to treatment planning\nProvide effective management following a suicide attempt\nSelf-care and bereavement\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\nLearning Objectives\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUndertake a suicide risk assessment effectively.\nDevelop a collaborative safety plan.\nImplement a team approach to treatment planning.\nProvide effective management following a suicide attempt.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/advanced-training-in-suicide-prevention-blended-learning-6/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Health
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250328T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250328T133000
DTSTAMP:20260417T034756
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SUMMARY:Hepatitis B Prescriber Forum
DESCRIPTION:The Hepatitis B Prescriber Forum is a half-day forum designed for hepatitis B s100 prescribers that will cover current and relevant sector priorities and topics. \nWith expert panels and interactive case discussions\, the 2025 Hepatitis B Prescriber Forum is an opportunity to dive deep into emerging areas of hepatitis B treatment and management and discuss the contemporary issues facing hepatitis B clinical care in Australia. \nLearning outcomes:   \n\nDescribe barriers to accessing hepatitis B management\, treatment\, and linkage to care\nEvaluate hepatitis B patients’ suitability for monitoring and treatment\nDevelop guideline-based approaches for managing patients with hepatitis B\, referring to both clinical- and community-facing resources
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/hepatitis-b-prescriber-forum/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Health
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250327T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250327T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T034756
CREATED:20250323T031120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250323T031120Z
UID:10001168-1743102000-1743105600@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Critical Care Nursing: CRRT and managing patients with acute kidney injury
DESCRIPTION:This course\, part of the Critical Care Nursing Course series\, focuses on renal function\, acute kidney injury (AKI)\, and continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT). Delivered by experienced critical care nurses\, this course will cover essential renal physiology\, fluid and electrolyte balance and a detailed overview of AKI management. \nRenal replacement therapy is a regular requirement of critically ill patients\, and an essential skill for all ICU nurses. Looking at a patient case study\, you will learn about CRRT setup\, usage\, and troubleshooting techniques along with other key patient management factors including nutrition\, and nephrotoxic medications use. \nLearning Objectives \n\n\nOutline the functions of the renal system \n\n\nExamine the various methods for fluid and electrolyte movement across semi permeable membranes \n\n\nDescribe the effects and management of AKI \n\n\nAnalyse the use and set up of CRRT \n\n\nDiscuss troubleshooting methods when using CRRT \n\n\n 
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/critical-care-nursing-crrt-and-managing-patients-with-acute-kidney-injury/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Health
ORGANIZER;CN="Medcast":MAILTO:info@medcast.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250326T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250326T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T034756
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SUMMARY:Firearms Authority Health Assessment: What GPs need to know
DESCRIPTION:Delivered in partnership with the WA Department of Health and presented by Dr Mariam Bahemia and Dr Richard Taylor. Facilitated by RACGP Vice President and WA Chair Dr Ramya Raman. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nIdentify the components of firearms health assessment and the role of the general practitioner.\nDemonstrate how to complete and submit the firearms health assessment forms\n\nIncludes a dedicated Q&A session\, and the opportunity to submit your questions ahead of time. \nCPD: 1.5 EA hours
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/firearms-authority-health-assessment-what-gps-need-to-know/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250326T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250326T183000
DTSTAMP:20260417T034756
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250323T034919Z
UID:10001193-1743012000-1743013800@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Navigating Burnout
DESCRIPTION:Program Outline\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAre you feeling burnt out? You’re not alone. \nBlack Dog Institute’s Navigating Burnout module has been developed specifically for health workers to reduce the impact of burnout in a way that is sensitive to your unique challenges. This 30-minute presentation looks at the causes\, signs and impact of burnout and discusses resources and supports to help with the management of burnout. \nThe Navigating Burnout module forms part of The Essential Network for Health Professionals (TEN) which connects health workers to a network of essential resources and support to manage stress and to maintain good mental health. TEN offers mental health screening\, peer to peer support\, access to Black Dog Institute’s clinic\, plus evidence based tools and resources. It is entirely free and confidential. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\nSuitable for\n\nAllied Health;Counsellors;Counsellor – School;GP Registrars;GPs;Multi-disciplinary;Mental Health Nurse;Nurse – Midwife;Nurse – RN;Nurse – School;Practice Manager;Psychologists;Social Workers;Nurse;Practice Nurse;Psychiatrists \n\n\n\n \n\n\nTopics Covered\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCauses\, signs and symptoms of burnout \nResources and supports to manage burnout \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/navigating-burnout/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Health
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250325T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250325T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T034756
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250323T034752Z
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SUMMARY:Diagnosis and Treatment of PTSD in Emergency Service Workers
DESCRIPTION:GPs often play a central role in the provision of healthcare to communities in the immediate\, acute phase of emergency situations\, and on an ongoing basis for the long-term recovery of individuals and their broader community. \nEmergency Service Workers are one of the high-risk groups for trauma exposure and are more vulnerable to developing mental health problems. These mental health conditions have significant impact on their employment\, family/relationships\, and wellbeing. \nThis workshop has been designed with a focus on GPs\, to diagnose patients with acute stress disorder\, post-traumatic stress disorder and other comorbidities. Evidence based guidelines will be used as the foundation to appropriately diagnose and identify treatment pathways including recommended referrals\, trauma focused psychological therapy and psychological first aid to help support their management of emergency service workers. The training may also be relevant to other health professionals. \nThis training aims to increase participants’ skills and confidence to: \n\n\nUnderstand the relationship between traumatic events and the development of mental health conditions\nIdentify evidence-based treatment and referral pathways for a patient impacted by trauma\nRecommend evidence-based resources\, including e-Mental Health\, for family/kinship groups impacted by trauma\n\n\n\nAccreditation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n3 CPD hours incl. 2.5 hrs Education Activity & .5 hrs Reviewing Performance (RACGP and ACRRM)\nMental Health CPD (GPMHSC)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\nSuitable for\n\nAllied Health;Counsellors;GP Registrars;GPs;Multi-disciplinary;Psychologists;Other mental health professionals;Psychiatrists \n\n\n\n \n\n\nTopics Covered\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUnderstanding the context of Emergency Service Workers\nDiagnosing PTSD\nYour role\nSelf-care for practitioners\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\nLearning Objectives\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRecognise responses to trauma in emergency service workers\, their families and kinship groups\nIdentify validated screening and assessment tools for common mental health conditions related to trauma\nApply evidence-based treatment/management plan for a patient impacted by trauma\nIdentify a range of appropriate referral pathways and collaborative care options\nIdentify and use self-care strategies and resources to manage their own mental health and wellbeing\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/diagnosis-and-treatment-of-ptsd-in-emergency-service-workers-17/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Health
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250322T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250322T183000
DTSTAMP:20260417T034756
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T022941Z
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SUMMARY:WA Rural Health Excellence Awards 2025 | Perth
DESCRIPTION:The WA Rural Health Excellence Awards honour those who have made significant contributions to rural health\, improving the quality and accessibility of healthcare for people living in remote and regional areas. This prestigious event shines a spotlight on the dedication and commitment of healthcare professionals whose work has a profound impact on the lives of rural residents. \nSince 2008\, Rural Health West has proudly hosted these annual awards\, formerly known as the WA Country Doctors Awards. In 2017\, we partnered with the WA Country Health Service to co-host this remarkable event\, further strengthening our commitment to recognising excellence in rural health. \nThe Awards are a highlight of the WA Rural Health Weekend\, bringing together finalists\, winners\, their families\, friends\, and colleagues for a night of celebration and recognition. It’s an opportunity to applaud the remarkable efforts of those who ensure that rural communities receive the high-quality healthcare they deserve. \nSaturday 22 March 2025  I  6.30pm – midnight \nCost: $175 per person (complimentary for award finalists and guest) \nDress: Cocktail \nTickets are essential – for more information and to purchase your ticket\, CLICK HERE.
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/wa-rural-health-excellence-awards-2025-perth/
LOCATION:Pan Pacific Perth\, 207 Adelaide Terrace\, Perth\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250322T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250323T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T034756
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T020025Z
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SUMMARY:WA Rural Health Conference 2025 | Perth
DESCRIPTION:The WA Rural Health Conference 2025 will be taking place at the Pan Pacific Perth on Saturday 22 and Sunday 23 March 2025. \nJoin us for an exciting opportunity to connect with passionate health professionals from a variety of disciplines\, all committed to delivering essential healthcare services across rural WA. By bringing together dedicated experts under one roof\, the conference aims to spark meaningful connections\, exchange valuable insights\, and drive innovations – all with the goal of strengthening healthcare in our rural communities. \nThe 2025 theme\, “Strengthening rural WA: One connection at a time\,” highlights the importance of fostering relationships that empower rural communities. Every connection made at the conference contributes to building a more resilient\, collaborative\, and innovative rural health network\, ensuring stronger healthcare outcomes for all. \nKeynote Speakers \n\nCaptain Mona Shindy\nEmeritus Professor Mike Daube\nDr. Zac Seidler\n\nFor further information and to register – CLICK HERE.
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/wa-rural-health-conference-2025-perth/
LOCATION:Pan Pacific Perth\, 207 Adelaide Terrace\, Perth\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250321T073000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250321T083000
DTSTAMP:20260417T034756
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T053405Z
UID:10001157-1742542200-1742545800@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:SCARP Education Breakfast | Orthopaedics  | WACRH Geraldton
DESCRIPTION:SCARP Education Breakfast – Sharing Challenges & Appreciation of Rural Practice\nThis Week’s Topic: Orthopaedics\nPresenter: Dr. Aman Singh\nLocation: WACRH Geraldton\, 167 Fitzgerald Street\nBreakfast: Served at 7:15 AM for a 7:30 AM start\nCPD Points: Accredited for ACRRM & RACGP CPD Points\nRSVP: Not required \nContact: Jacqui Dicks\nEmail: jdicks@360.org.au\nPhone: 0447 875 241
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/scarp-education-breakfast-orthopaedics-wacrh-geraldton/
LOCATION:WACRH\, 167 Fitzgerald Street\, Geraldton\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250321T073000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250321T083000
DTSTAMP:20260417T034756
CREATED:20250310T053257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T053257Z
UID:10001156-1742542200-1742545800@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:SCARP Education Breakfast | Eyes - a window to your body?  | WACRH Geraldton
DESCRIPTION:SCARP Education Breakfast – Sharing Challenges & Appreciation of Rural Practice\nThis Week’s Topic: Eyes – a window to your body?\nPresenter: Elizabeth Henley\nLocation: WACRH Geraldton\, 167 Fitzgerald Street\nBreakfast: Served at 7:15 AM for a 7:30 AM start\nCPD Points: Accredited for ACRRM & RACGP CPD Points\nRSVP: Not required \nContact: Jacqui Dicks\nEmail: jdicks@360.org.au\nPhone: 0447 875 241
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/scarp-education-breakfast-eyes-a-window-to-your-body-wacrh-geraldton/
LOCATION:WACRH\, 167 Fitzgerald Street\, Geraldton\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250318T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250318T190000
DTSTAMP:20260417T034756
CREATED:20250310T022439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T022439Z
UID:10001144-1742320800-1742324400@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:The National Diabetes Services Scheme | Health Professionals monthly webinars
DESCRIPTION:The National Diabetes Services Scheme has finalised their health professional webinar schedule\, providing two educational webinars each month. \nThe webinars will take place on the first and third Tuesday of each month from 6-7pm. \nRegister here
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/the-national-diabetes-services-scheme-health-professionals-monthly-webinars-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250318T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250318T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T034756
CREATED:20250310T022052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T022052Z
UID:10000946-1742295600-1742299200@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Project Echo – Palliative Care | Advanced Care Planning | Webinar
DESCRIPTION:ECHO programs offer free interactive online training bringing health professionals and primary care together to share knowledge\, ideas\, and experiences\, fostering a friendly supportive environment. These monthly sessions run for an hour from 11.00am to 12.00pm WA and are open to all health care staff including Nursing\, Allied health\, GP’s\, Community health and Indigenous health workers. \nPalliative Care ECHO is a series of interactive virtual mentoring sessions that addresses a range of palliative care topics. It aims to increase palliative care knowledge\, skills and confidence in health professionals. \nEach 1 hour session consists of: \n\nA 10-minute presentation from a multidisciplinary specialist palliative care team\nA case presentation by a primary care professional\nOpportunities for Q&A and discussion\n\nPalliative Care ECHO Benefits \n\nA virtual network to share palliative care knowledge and experiences\nConnect with multidisciplinary specialist teams\nImprove palliative care knowledge and skills\nIncrease confidence to support someone with a life-limiting illness and their family\nIncrease job satisfaction and promote peer support between health services
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/project-echo-palliative-care-advanced-care-planning-webinar/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Project Echo %E2%80%93 Pallative Care":MAILTO:palliativecareecho@uq.edu.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250318T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250318T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T034756
CREATED:20250120T234825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T235443Z
UID:10001120-1742295600-1742299200@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Palliative Care ECHO 2024 |  Zoom
DESCRIPTION:ECHO programs offer free interactive online training bringing health professionals and primary care together to share knowledge\, ideas\, and experiences\, fostering a friendly supportive environment. These monthly sessions run for an hour from 11.00am to 12.00pm WA and are open to all health care staff including Nursing\, Allied health\, GP’s\, Community health and Indigenous health workers. \nPalliative Care ECHO is a series of interactive virtual mentoring sessions that addresses a range of palliative care topics. It aims to increase palliative care knowledge\, skills and confidence in health professionals. \nEach 1 hour session consists of: \n\nA 10-minute presentation from a multidisciplinary specialist palliative care team\nA case presentation by a primary care professional\nOpportunities for Q&A and discussion\n\nPalliative Care ECHO Benefits \n\nA virtual network to share palliative care knowledge and experiences\nConnect with multidisciplinary specialist teams\nImprove palliative care knowledge and skills\nIncrease confidence to support someone with a life-limiting illness and their family\nIncrease job satisfaction and promote peer support between health services
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/palliative-care-echo-2024-zoom/2025-03-18/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health
ORGANIZER;CN="Centre for Health Services Research %E2%80%93 Centre for Online Health":MAILTO:l.garner@uq.edu.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250318T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250318T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T034756
CREATED:20250310T021732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T021732Z
UID:10000944-1742292000-1742297400@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Recognising and Responding to Elder Abuse in Older Adults | Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Elder abuse is a serious public health and social issue\, estimated to effect 1 in 6 older adults in Western Australia. It can take many forms\, including financial\, social\, physical\, sexual\, psychological and emotional abuse\, and neglect\, and can occur in a range of different settings. Elder abuse can have ongoing health impacts on an individual\, such as physical injury\, poor mental health and increased risk of premature entry into residential aged care. \nAs with many forms of abuse\, it can be difficult for an individual experiencing elder abuse to speak out. It is vital that health and community professionals working with older adults in WA carry the skills to recognise and respond to elder abuse to ensure the safety of their clients and provide support to make informed decisions about their ongoing safety and wellbeing. \nJoin Injury Matters\, with guest facilitator\, Wendy Bennett\, from Advocare\, for the ‘Recognising and Responding to Elder Abuse in Older Adults’ online workshop\, where we will explore: \n\nElder abuse and its impact on older adults\nHow to recognise and respond to elder abuse\nOptions for clients experiencing elder abuse\nThe Elder Abuse Protocol and 5-step approach for action against elder abuse\nDepartment of Health and WA Country Health Services guidelines\nElder abuse policy and procedure for organisations (established / planned)\nAdvocare and how they can assist you\n\nThis webinar is for anyone working with older adults\, including home care service providers\, carers and support workers\, community workers\, and health and allied health professionals. This webinar will not be recorded\, don’t miss out\, register your spot today! \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/recognising-and-responding-to-elder-abuse-in-older-adults-webinar/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250318T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250318T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T034756
CREATED:20250310T022709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T022709Z
UID:10001145-1742284800-1742317200@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Mental Health Skills Training (MHST) | Perth
DESCRIPTION:This education workshop is proudly delivered by Rural Health West in partnership with WA Country Health Service. \nThe RHW MHST is a purpose designed\, interactive training workshop for General  (GPs) to enhance their skills\, knowledge and approach to people presenting with high prevalence mental health and alcohol and other drug (AOD) problems to primary care. The workshop has been designed with input from consumers and carers to embed and incorporate their perspectives\, experiences and needs when presenting to GPs in primary care. \nYou will have the opportunity to learn important practical skills including; \n\nIdentify and manage consumers who present with mental health issues experienced within the context of general practice\nDevelop and review evidence-based General Practice Mental Health Treatment Plans (GPMHTPs) in consultation with consumers and carers within the context of general practice\nIncorporate perspectives and needs of consumers\, their carers and others in a person’s network of support in a GPMHTP to inform subsequent care received within the context of general practice\nUse practice systems to identify local services and resources that safeguard consumer safety and assist in providing holistic mental health care to consumers with the context of general practice\nUse appropriate MBS item numbers relating to the provision of mental health care within the context of general practice\n\nEligibility: GP’s and Medical Practitioners. Priority is given to those working in the local region.\nLength: One day – 8.00am-4.00pm.\nCost: $550 \n  \nFor further information and to register – CLICK HERE.
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/mental-health-skills-training-mhst-perth/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250314T073000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250314T083000
DTSTAMP:20260417T034756
CREATED:20250310T053139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T053139Z
UID:10001155-1741937400-1741941000@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:SCARP Education Breakfast | More than just a blue pill - holistic approaches to male sexual dysfunction  | WACRH Geraldton
DESCRIPTION:SCARP Education Breakfast – Sharing Challenges & Appreciation of Rural Practice\nThis Week’s Topic: More Than Just a Blue Pill – Holistic Approaches to Male Sexual Dysfunction\nPresenter: Merle Meyer\nLocation: WACRH Geraldton\, 167 Fitzgerald Street\nBreakfast: Served at 7:15 AM for a 7:30 AM start\nCPD Points: Accredited for ACRRM & RACGP CPD Points\nRSVP: Not required \nContact: Jacqui Dicks\nEmail: jdicks@360.org.au\nPhone: 0447 875 241
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/scarp-education-breakfast-more-than-just-a-blue-pill-holistic-approaches-to-male-sexual-dysfunction-wacrh-geraldton/
LOCATION:WACRH\, 167 Fitzgerald Street\, Geraldton\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250313T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250313T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T034756
CREATED:20250310T021537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T021537Z
UID:10000942-1741860000-1741863600@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Digital Competencies for Health Service Managers: Empirical Findings and Systemic Implications | Online
DESCRIPTION:The Australasian College of Health Service Management is grateful to be able to welcome Mark Brommeyer AFCHSM CHM\, Senior Lecturer in Health Care Management\, Flinders University as our guest speaker for the ACHSM College live webcast 2025 series. \nAmidst the global backdrop of digitally transforming enterprises\, a research project has been completed that aimed to identify the competencies required for health service managers (HSMs) in managing and enabling digital transformation within the Australian healthcare context\, and organisational level strategies in contributing to the development of HSMs’ competency and capability. \nThe study adopted a qualitative approach\, guided by the empirically validated management competency identification process\, employing three steps: (1) health management and digital health competency mapping; (2) scoping review of literatures and policy analysis; and (3) focus group discussions (FGDs) with HSMs. The first two steps informed the design of the FGDs. \nThis presentation will provide empirical insights into the HSM workforce readiness and development needs for digital health\, and recommendations regarding the healthcare system\, policy\, organisational\, and local factors supporting HSMs in enabling digital health transformation. \nThroughout this live webcast you have the opportunity to submit your questions to Mark via our moderator for the live Q&A session following the main presentation\, the Q&A and webcast event will be moderated by ACHSM Board Director\, Prof Andrew Way AM FCHSM CHE. \n  \nProgram:\n5mins     Introduction\n25mins   Presentation\n25mins   Live Q&A\n5mins     Thank you\, event concludes \nRegistration fee inc GST\nSingle ACHSM member: FREE\, registration essential\nSingle non-member $50\nGroup of 15 or less $99\nGroup of 15+ $199 \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/digital-competencies-for-health-service-managers-empirical-findings-and-systemic-implications-online/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250312T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250312T131500
DTSTAMP:20260417T034756
CREATED:20250310T021257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T085533Z
UID:10000937-1741782600-1741785300@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Clinician Assist WA live demonstration | Online
DESCRIPTION:Clinician Assist WA is a secure website providing GPs and other health professionals with guidance for assessing\, managing and referring patients across Western Australia. It has replaced HealthPathways WA\, offering the same trusted local guidance\, features and functionality and remains available at no cost. \nThe Clinician Assist WA team will run online demonstrations facilitated by a GP Clinical Editor throughout 2025 to support users. These sessions will demonstrate how to maximise integration of Clinician Assist WA into your clinical practice. Learn key functionalities of the website and how to access condition specific tools and resources\, Referral Access Criteria (RAC) (where available)\, GPbook Specialist Directory and visiting specialist rosters. \nSessions have been approved for 1 CPD Educational Hour with RACGP and will be held online on the following dates: \n\nWednesday 12 March 2025 – 12:30pm to 1:15pm\nThursday 12 June 2025 – 12:30pm to 1:15pm\nWednesday 17 September 2025 – 12:30pm to 1:15pm\nTuesday 18 November 2025 – 12:30pm to 1:15pm\n\nDemonstrations are open to general practitioners\, general practice staff and other health professionals registered to practice in WA. \nTo register – click on the above dates!
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/clinician-assist-wa-live-demonstration-online-2/2025-03-12/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250312T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250312T131500
DTSTAMP:20260417T034756
CREATED:20250124T112619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T112619Z
UID:10001140-1741782600-1741785300@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Clinician Assist WA live demonstration | Online
DESCRIPTION:Clinician Assist WA is a secure website providing GPs and other health professionals with guidance for assessing\, managing and referring patients across Western Australia. It has replaced HealthPathways WA\, offering the same trusted local guidance\, features and functionality and remains available at no cost. \nThe Clinician Assist WA team will run online demonstrations facilitated by a GP Clinical Editor throughout 2025 to support users. These sessions will demonstrate how to maximise integration of Clinician Assist WA into your clinical practice. Learn key functionalities of the website and how to access condition specific tools and resources\, Referral Access Criteria (RAC) (where available)\, GPbook Specialist Directory and visiting specialist rosters. \nSessions have been approved for 1 CPD Educational Hour with RACGP and will be held online on the following dates: \n\nWednesday 12 March 2025 – 12:30pm to 1:15pm\nThursday 12 June 2025 – 12:30pm to 1:15pm\nWednesday 17 September 2025 – 12:30pm to 1:15pm\nTuesday 18 November 2025 – 12:30pm to 1:15pm\n\nDemonstrations are open to general practitioners\, general practice staff and other health professionals registered to practice in WA. \nTo register – click on the above dates!
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/clinician-assist-wa-live-demonstration-online/2025-03-12/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Health
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250310T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250310T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T034756
CREATED:20250308T020549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T020743Z
UID:10000933-1741597200-1741622400@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:FDV-informed Documentation and Language | Online
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is suitable for any professional who may identify family violence as occurring. You may engage with people on a one-off\, episodic\, or ongoing basis and you are in a position to identify or screen for family violence. This training focuses on working with victim-survivors. \n  \nDate: Tuesday 11 March\nTime: 9.00am-4.00pm\nLocation: Online\nCost: $299 + GST \n  \nRegister now
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/fdv-informed-documentation-and-language-online/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Western Australia Council of Social Service (WACOSS)":MAILTO:info@wacoss.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250310T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250310T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T034756
CREATED:20250310T023546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T023546Z
UID:10001148-1741593600-1741626000@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:The National Diabetes Services Scheme | Health Professionals monthly webinars
DESCRIPTION:The National Diabetes Services Scheme has finalised their health professional webinar schedule\, providing two educational webinars each month. \nThe webinars will take place on the first and third Tuesday of each month from 6-7pm. \n  \nRegister here
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/the-national-diabetes-services-scheme-health-professionals-monthly-webinars-3/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250306T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250306T153000
DTSTAMP:20260417T034756
CREATED:20250214T102909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250214T105257Z
UID:10000931-1741269600-1741275000@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Talking About Ageing\, Death\, and Dying
DESCRIPTION:This free\, online event is tailored for a range of healthcare professionals\, including non-clinical administrative staff\, nurses\, allied health professionals\, and facility managers. The session focuses on the important role each team member plays in improving the well-being of residents in residential aged care. It addresses the challenges of ageing\, dying\, and death\, emphasising the need for resilience and compassion from all staff members to create a supportive and nurturing environment. \nDiscussion Points: \n\nIdentifying signs of approaching death in residents.\nAppropriate communication during difficult times.\nAddressing and dispelling common misconceptions.\nProviding meaningful support during challenging moments.\nKnowing when to escalate concerns to clinical staff.\n\nPresented By:Jo Whitley\, End of Life Choices CoordinatorEd Gaudoin\, Clinical Nurse & Nurse Educator\, End of Life Coordinator
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/talking-about-ageing-death-and-dying/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Health
ORGANIZER;CN="Palliative and Supportive Care Education (PaSCE)":MAILTO:pasce@cancerwa.asn.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250306T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250306T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T034756
CREATED:20250324T045241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T045241Z
UID:10001220-1741249800-1741271400@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Triage Emergency Care (One Day Intensive) Course | Online
DESCRIPTION:The ‘workshop’ component will be held via a one-day Zoom session\, allowing you to participate from the comfort of your home or workplace. \nThe TEC Online Intensive course is based on the Emergency Triage Education Kit (ETEK) and has a unique focus on application in rural\, remote\, and isolated settings. While the course is designed primarily for nurses (including practice nurses) and GPs\, it is open to various healthcare professionals. It aims to upskill rural triage practitioners to confidently assess patients and apply the Australasian Triage Scale to allocate the appropriate triage category. \nEach course includes self-directed pre-course learning and provides a TEC certificate. \nThe course delivers a combination of five self-directed online learning modules that include case scenarios\, quizzes\, and activities\, along with online discussion boards and one full-day online workshop. \nCourses will run from 8.00am to 2:30pm WST on the following dates. \n\nThursday\, 6 February 2025\nThursday\, 27 February 2025\nThursday\, 6 March 2025\nMonday\, 31 March 2025\nWednesday\, 23 April 2025\nThursday\, 22 May 2025\nMonday\, 30 June 2025
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/triage-emergency-care-one-day-intensive-course-online/2025-03-06/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Health
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250227T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250227T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T034756
CREATED:20250324T045241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T045241Z
UID:10001219-1740645000-1740666600@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Triage Emergency Care (One Day Intensive) Course | Online
DESCRIPTION:The ‘workshop’ component will be held via a one-day Zoom session\, allowing you to participate from the comfort of your home or workplace. \nThe TEC Online Intensive course is based on the Emergency Triage Education Kit (ETEK) and has a unique focus on application in rural\, remote\, and isolated settings. While the course is designed primarily for nurses (including practice nurses) and GPs\, it is open to various healthcare professionals. It aims to upskill rural triage practitioners to confidently assess patients and apply the Australasian Triage Scale to allocate the appropriate triage category. \nEach course includes self-directed pre-course learning and provides a TEC certificate. \nThe course delivers a combination of five self-directed online learning modules that include case scenarios\, quizzes\, and activities\, along with online discussion boards and one full-day online workshop. \nCourses will run from 8.00am to 2:30pm WST on the following dates. \n\nThursday\, 6 February 2025\nThursday\, 27 February 2025\nThursday\, 6 March 2025\nMonday\, 31 March 2025\nWednesday\, 23 April 2025\nThursday\, 22 May 2025\nMonday\, 30 June 2025
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/triage-emergency-care-one-day-intensive-course-online/2025-02-27/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Health
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250225T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250225T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T034756
CREATED:20250124T054055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T054055Z
UID:10001130-1740510000-1740517200@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Mandatory Firearms Health Assessment: What GPs need to know
DESCRIPTION:Join RACGP WA for an overview of the Firearms Act and the reforms that are taking place\, including those consulted on with the College. This webinar will outline the Firearms Act reforms that are taking place including the practical considerations and the role of GPs in terms of the Firearms Health Assessment (FHA) process. Presented by Dr Mariam Bahemia. As always\, there will be a dedicated Q&A session\, and the opportunity to submit your questions ahead of time.
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/mandatory-firearms-health-assessment-what-gps-need-to-know/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Health
ORGANIZER;CN="The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP)":MAILTO:racgp@racgp.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250219T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250219T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T034756
CREATED:20250124T111911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T111911Z
UID:10001139-1739966400-1739970000@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:The challenges of Implementing palliative care and voluntary assisted dying in a changing social and health system environment | Online
DESCRIPTION:The College is grateful to be able to welcome Camilla Rowland\, Chief Executive Officer\, Palliative Care Australia (PCA) as our guest speaker for the ACHSM College live webcast 2025 series. \nThe Australian health system has traditionally delivered end of life care through palliative care services and other health specialties such as oncology and primary health over the decades.  With our rapidly growing ageing population and the introduction of Voluntary Assisted Dying legislation now across almost every State and Territory\, it is critical to consider the impact on the health systems and services\, and indeed all health professionals. This webcast considers the barriers and opportunities of how the health system needs to change to address patient-centred care and support the practices of health professionals. \nThroughout this live webcast you have the opportunity to submit your questions to Camilla via our moderator for the live Q&A session following the main presentation\, the Q&A and webcast event will be moderated by ACHSM College President Dr Neale Fong FCHSM CHE. \n  \nFor further information and to register CLICK HERE.
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/the-challenges-of-implementing-palliative-care-and-voluntary-assisted-dying-in-a-changing-social-and-health-system-environment-online/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Health
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250218T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250218T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T034756
CREATED:20250120T234825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T235443Z
UID:10001119-1739876400-1739880000@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Palliative Care ECHO 2024 |  Zoom
DESCRIPTION:ECHO programs offer free interactive online training bringing health professionals and primary care together to share knowledge\, ideas\, and experiences\, fostering a friendly supportive environment. These monthly sessions run for an hour from 11.00am to 12.00pm WA and are open to all health care staff including Nursing\, Allied health\, GP’s\, Community health and Indigenous health workers. \nPalliative Care ECHO is a series of interactive virtual mentoring sessions that addresses a range of palliative care topics. It aims to increase palliative care knowledge\, skills and confidence in health professionals. \nEach 1 hour session consists of: \n\nA 10-minute presentation from a multidisciplinary specialist palliative care team\nA case presentation by a primary care professional\nOpportunities for Q&A and discussion\n\nPalliative Care ECHO Benefits \n\nA virtual network to share palliative care knowledge and experiences\nConnect with multidisciplinary specialist teams\nImprove palliative care knowledge and skills\nIncrease confidence to support someone with a life-limiting illness and their family\nIncrease job satisfaction and promote peer support between health services
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/palliative-care-echo-2024-zoom/2025-02-18/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health
ORGANIZER;CN="Centre for Health Services Research %E2%80%93 Centre for Online Health":MAILTO:l.garner@uq.edu.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250217T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250217T100000
DTSTAMP:20260417T034756
CREATED:20250124T111451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T111451Z
UID:10001138-1739782800-1739786400@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Thriving and healthy rural communities | Online Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Susi Tegen\, Chief Executive of the National Rural Health Alliance will discuss health access and outcomes in rural Australian communities.  Representing the broad spectrum of clinicians\, researchers\, educators\, health service providers across health\, disability and aged care\, the National Rural Health Alliance looks at the whole picture about the health of rural communities\, what is needed\, what works and what needs further support.  Local communities have the solutions to their health needs and with appropriate funding and prioritising\, governments can be using what we know as a rural health expenditure deficit to build up rural communities\, allow them to administer place based solutions and thrive. \nGuest speaker: Susi Tegen\, Chief Executive\, National Rural Health Alliance \nFor further information on the guest speaker and to register – CLICK HERE.
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/thriving-and-healthy-rural-communities-online-webinar/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250213T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250213T173000
DTSTAMP:20260417T034756
CREATED:20250124T110735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T110735Z
UID:10001137-1739433600-1739467800@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Midwifery Upskilling | Perth
DESCRIPTION:Designed for Midwives or GPs with relevant obstetric experience\, the Midwifery Upskilling course provides an overview of current best practice in antenatal\, intrapartum and postnatal care. This includes a discussion of complications in pregnancy/birth and the emergency management of a pregnant woman and her baby\, with an emphasis on care in the remote and isolated setting. \nCourse deliv­ery \nThe CRANAplus Mid­wifery Upskilling course con­sists of the following: \n\nPre-course learn­ing and activ­i­ties that must be com­plet­ed one week before the course\n\nMid­wifery Upskilling read­ing and learn­ing activ­i­ties – approx. 7 hours of study that must be com­plet­ed before the course\n\n\nAtten­dance at a two and a half day work­shop con­sist­ing of lec­tures\, skill sta­tions and prac­ti­cal based scenarios.\nAn on-course mul­ti­ple choice quiz\nTwo indi­vid­ual sce­nario based clin­i­cal skills assessments\n\nWhen: Tuesday 11 February – Thursday 13 February 2025 \nFor further information and to register – CLICK HERE.
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/midwifery-upskilling-perth/2025-02-13/
LOCATION:University of Western Australia\, 35 Stirling Highway\, Perth\, 6009\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250212T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250212T173000
DTSTAMP:20260417T034756
CREATED:20250124T110735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T110735Z
UID:10001136-1739347200-1739381400@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Midwifery Upskilling | Perth
DESCRIPTION:Designed for Midwives or GPs with relevant obstetric experience\, the Midwifery Upskilling course provides an overview of current best practice in antenatal\, intrapartum and postnatal care. This includes a discussion of complications in pregnancy/birth and the emergency management of a pregnant woman and her baby\, with an emphasis on care in the remote and isolated setting. \nCourse deliv­ery \nThe CRANAplus Mid­wifery Upskilling course con­sists of the following: \n\nPre-course learn­ing and activ­i­ties that must be com­plet­ed one week before the course\n\nMid­wifery Upskilling read­ing and learn­ing activ­i­ties – approx. 7 hours of study that must be com­plet­ed before the course\n\n\nAtten­dance at a two and a half day work­shop con­sist­ing of lec­tures\, skill sta­tions and prac­ti­cal based scenarios.\nAn on-course mul­ti­ple choice quiz\nTwo indi­vid­ual sce­nario based clin­i­cal skills assessments\n\nWhen: Tuesday 11 February – Thursday 13 February 2025 \nFor further information and to register – CLICK HERE.
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/midwifery-upskilling-perth/2025-02-12/
LOCATION:University of Western Australia\, 35 Stirling Highway\, Perth\, 6009\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health
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