Courses and events

Rated 9/10 for delegate satisfaction – discover the College’s wide-ranging catalogue of courses and events, designed to celebrate your achievements, support your wellbeing, develop your clinical and professional confidence, while connecting you to our diverse community.

We offer a diverse programme spanning everything from clinical updates and deep dives to management and leadership, wellbeing and innovation. Most events are free for RCGP members, and where there is a cost, you’ll benefit from preferential rates.

Looking for something specific? Easily search by event type, topic, location or date to find the perfect fit for your learning needs.

Defining the future of general practice, together: Connect, learn, and lead

Join the general practice community for the UK’s strongest clinical programme at the College’s flagship event of the year. Designed for members and led by the profession, this peer-reviewed conference provides a dedicated space to address the specific concerns, insights, and challenges facing general practice today.

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Minor Surgery Skills | Entry Level (includes DOPS) | York

This two day beginners course is a mixture of theoretical and practical sessions and is intended for all GPs who wish to carry out Minor Surgery in their practices. It also includes the Direct Observations of Procedural Skills (DOPS) Assessment.

  • Date

    07 October 2026

  • Start time

    09:00

  • Places left

    25

Vale of Trent Senior Career Transitions Day

Join us for this one day event that aims to support local GPs in planning for the later stages of their careers, covering key topics such as retirement preparation, financial and pension guidance, and career transition opportunities. It also explores the psychological aspects of this phase and ways to extend or reshape a GP career. Attendees can network with colleagues and speak directly with support services, with lunch and refreshments provided. Free (£20 refundable deposit) for members, £20 for non-members.

  • Date

    07 October 2026

  • Start time

    09:30

  • Places left

    30

Yoga and sound bath

You're invited to join our new Yoga session, relaxation introduction or self development of yoga including sound bath, taking place in Hexham.

  • Date

    09 October 2026

  • Start time

    10:45

  • Places left

    10

RCGPNI Active Bystander Training

Witnessing verbal and physical abuse, discrimination, racism and micro-aggression effects everyone! Have you ever been in a situation where you want to challenge someones behaviour - but you didnt know how to do it or what to say? This session has been developed to support ALL members of the Primary Care Team and we welcome anyone who works in a primary care setting to attend.

  • Date

    09 October 2026

  • Start time

    13:00

  • Places left

    35

The RCGP 3-day SCA preparation course

This open-to-all training course aims to improve your consultation skills and as a result pass your SCA. The course offers interactive sessions with experienced trainers and examiners, a highlight being Prof. Roger Neighbour, a renowned teacher on the skills of communication within the GP consultation.

  • Date

    12 October 2026

  • Start time

    09:00

  • Places left

    36

Minor Surgery Skills | Refresher (includes DOPS) | London

This highly practical, joint injection course is aimed at those working with musculoskeletal patients who would like to improve their assessment, diagnosis and management of the conditions, including the role of, the theory behind and practical use of corticosteroid joint and soft tissue injections. The course is suitable for all skill levels.

  • Date

    13 October 2026

  • Start time

    09:00

  • Places left

    34

The RCGP 1-day SCA preparation course

This SCA preparation course is designed to help ST3s who are preparing to sit their SCA examination. The day will involve our lead facilitator showing you how to structure and manage your consultations to give you the best possible chance of success in the SCA exam.

  • Date

    14 October 2026

  • Start time

    09:00

  • Places left

    31

Driving Licence webinar for IMG GP Registrars 2026

The RCGP Tamar Faculty is partnering with the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) to bring you a special one-hour webinar. This session is designed specifically for International Medical Graduate (IMG) GP registrars, and will give you the opportunity to get all your questions about the UK driving licence process answered directly by the DVLA.

  • Date

    14 October 2026

  • Start time

    12:00

  • Places left

    90

Wesleyan - Starting to plan transition to retirement

Transitioning to retirement is a big step, and understanding how your NHS Pension fits into that journey is essential. In this structured session, Wesleyan and the RCGP will walk you through the key considerations to help you make informed decisions

  • Date

    14 October 2026

  • Start time

    19:00

  • Places left

    194