Each year, ACNP hosts friendly, interactive and professional educational events, delivering information on a range of topics relevant to Nurse Practitioner Practice and Advanced Practice Nurses. These events are designed to enhance the learning opportunities for our community and provide CPD hours.
Events include:
- Annual National Conference
- Symposiums
- NP Connect
- Workshops
- Webinars
- Online Learning
Visit the Events Calendar for more information.
Please refer to the ACNP CPD Policy Continuing Professional Development Policy.
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Prescribing & Pharmacology Workshop.
This updated workshop will provide an overview of the Nurse Practitioner’s role in prescribing, with a particular focus on PBS access, regulations, and limitations.
- Key issues include legislation, ethics, PBS and scheduling changes
- Evidence-based prescribing and essential resources
- Communication and patient-centred approaches
- Updates on recent new drugs, guidelines, cautions, controversies and drug interactions
The workshops will support professional development, and you will receive a certificate of participation for all programs after a short quiz.
Courses run throughout the year. Check the Events Calendar for our next Prescribing & Pharmacology event.
"I enjoyed the day and was impressed by Jenny's enormous knowledge of pharmacology. She illustrated her points with lots of relevant examples that added to the learning."
— Prescribing and Pharmacology Workshop Attendee, 2020
NP Connect
NP Connect is run as a state/territory-based event and allows members to connect in a relaxed, informal setting. They provide space to network with peers and learn about a range of topics from invited speakers.
Check the Events Calendar for our next NP Connect event.
ACNP National Conference
The ACNP National Conference attracts over 400 senior health practitioners and offers an engaging program featuring a Welcome Reception, keynote speakers, workshops, and the Gala Awards Dinner. The conference provides a valuable opportunity for delegates to network, build leadership capability, and strengthen clinical expertise.
The conference is held in a different state/territory each year, ensuring access is shared nationally and available to members across the country.
Find out more about this year's conference.
Symposium
ACNP Symposiums are state and territory based to address local healthcare priorities and jurisdictional requirements. Designed by members, they feature guest speakers, case studies, facilitated discussions, and sponsored presentations, while rotating locations to improve accessibility nationwide.
Check the Events Calendar for our next Symposium event.
Online Learning
ACNP Online Learning Modules have been developed by Nurse Practitioners and Health Professionals to share with our community.
In some instances, the ACNP previously ran these sessions as a webinar, or they are brand new modules available for you.
The modules can be completed in your own time and at your own pace.
Visit the Online Learning page.
Webinars
We host a series of webinars throughout the year which focus on speciality topics.
Our webinars are often presented by Nurse Practitioners and are an economical way to increase your CPD hours.
Webinars are scheduled during the day and in the evening.
Check the Events Calendar for our next Webinar event.
"I have learnt a lot of valuable contraindications, side effects and drug interactions today that I will take with me to my practice. Most importantly, this workshop reinforced my view on the necessity of de-prescribing and use of non-pharmacological options. Thank you to Jenny for sharing her knowledge and experience!"
"Thank you, Jenny and ACNP for another informative and positive educational experience in the field of pharmacology."
"This was an informative and worthwhile session to attend."
