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.

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Birmingham Pride Parade 2026 - FREE

We are excited to announce that the RCGP Midland Faculty has been selected to have an official presence in the Birmingham Pride Parade. Pride has become one of the most important LGBTQ+ festivals in the UK attracting in excess of 75,000 people over the course of the weekend. Only 25 FREE tickets are available so book now!

  • Date

    23 May 2026

  • Start time

    11:00

  • Places left

    18

Teaching Opportunities for GPs - May 2026

Are you looking to broaden your professional horizon? Do you enjoy teaching but are not sure how to access academic roles as a GP other than traditional supervisor roles? This webinar will give you an insight into the many options for GPs to extend their roles through teaching and research.

  • Date

    28 May 2026

  • Start time

    18:30

  • Places left

    63

East Scotland Annual Lecture with Dr Gordon McLeay, FRCGP

East Scotland Faculty are delighted to announce their Annual Lecture for 2026, taking place on Thursday 28 May with the option to attend in person or online via Zoom. We are pleased to welcome Dr Gordon McLeay as this year’s speaker. As a previous RCGP Scotland Provost and East Facility Board Member, Dr McLeay will share his insights on a career in general practice.

  • Date

    28 May 2026

  • Start time

    19:00

  • Places left

    50

Minor Surgery Skills | Joint Injections | Cambridge

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

    02 June 2026

  • Start time

    09:00

  • Places left

    15

RCGP North Wales Faculty Board Meeting - June 2026

Our Faculty Board meets quarterly (February, June, September, and November), primarily online. It comprises GP volunteers, lay representatives, and members from groups like First5 and GP registrars. Volunteers bring insights, share local updates, and shape general practice. The board represents local views at RCGP Wales and Council meetings. We encourage local GPs to join and contribute actively.

  • Date

    02 June 2026

  • Start time

    19:00

  • Places left

    29

Call handling and note taking

This GP reception training is designed to help you understand the communication process, the impact of the telephone, message taking and reflection. Hosted by Val McGarrell from Prima Linea and RCGP Scotland, delivered online via Microsoft Teams.

  • Date

    03 June 2026

  • Start time

    13:30

  • Places left

    24

Dermatology and Dermoscopy - Learn & Connect

This event will combine networking with an opportunity to learn and develop your dermatology skills, including dermoscopy. These skills are vital to all GPs and will be a useful session for all. Join us for a delicious Indian buffet to network with your peers and meet members of the local RCGP Vale of Trent Faculty so we can develop your understanding of what the RCGP can provide. Free to members (refundable deposit).

  • Date

    03 June 2026

  • Start time

    19:00

  • Places left

    11

From People-Pleasing to Personal Power

Do you find yourself saying “yes” when you want to say “no”? Many clinicians feel pressure to please, colleagues, patients, the system, and often at the cost of their own wellbeing.

  • Date

    03 June 2026

  • Start time

    19:00

  • Places left

    130

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

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

    04 June 2026

  • Start time

    09:00

  • Places left

    15