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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Introduction to the SCA (free preparation webinar) - Part one

Join us for the first of a two-part series of FREE webinars on the SCA exam. This informative webinar introduces the SCA exam and is led by esteemed professionals Dr Roger Neighbour, Brigadier (Retd) Robin Simpson, Dr Pauline Foreman and Dr Meiling Denney. With extensive experience as examiners and facilitators of successful SCA prep courses for the RCGP, they bring a wealth of knowledge to guide you through this crucial examination.


  • Date

    02 July 2026
  • Start time

    19:00
  • Places left

    1903

SWT GP Registrars Meeting and Greet Social

Join the South West Thames Faculty for a relaxed social evening with our Co‑GP Reg Leads, Drs Marco Casagrande, Toby Charge‑Thornton & Ajay Krishnan. Enjoy a light dinner, great conversation, and the chance to connect with fellow GP Registrars in a friendly, informal setting.


  • Date

    03 July 2026
  • Start time

    19:00
  • Places left

    11

Discover Fellowship - is RCGP Fellowship for me?

Fellowship of your professional home is the highest grade of RCGP membership, and mark of excellence and recognition of your distinguished contribution to general practice.  Join us for this free online session and find out why you should consider becoming a Fellow.


  • Date

    07 July 2026
  • Start time

    13:00
  • Places left

    266

Introduction to Neurodiversity in General Practice

This session is designed to enhance your professional competency in identifying and supporting neurodivergent individuals within the healthcare environment. We will look at the clinical indicators of neurodivergence, discuss how you can support patients and colleagues, and also offer a foundational overview of ADHD and autism.


  • Date

    07 July 2026
  • Start time

    19:00
  • Places left

    249

Special General Meeting 2026

A Special General Meeting has been called to discuss proposals from Council and Trustee for constitutional amendments to the Supplementary Charter and Ordinances.


  • Date

    09 July 2026
  • Start time

    18:30
  • Places left

    500

SCA cases and panel discussion (free preparation webinar) - Part two

Join us for the concluding instalment of our two-part series of FREE webinars on the SCA exam, led by esteemed professionals Dr Roger Neighbour, Brigadier (Retd) Robin Simpson, Dr Pauline Foreman and Dr Meiling Denney. With extensive experience as examiners and facilitators of successful SCA prep courses for the RCGP, they bring a wealth of knowledge to guide you through this crucial examination.


  • Date

    09 July 2026
  • Start time

    19:00
  • Places left

    1898

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 July 2026
  • Start time

    09:00
  • Places left

    35

SWT Consultation Skills & Wellbeing: Conversations That Support You and Your Patients

This event is open to South West Thames Members of all grades and features Dr. Kiran Agarwal, a practising GP and life coach. She creates a safe space to uncover challenges that may be holding individuals back and explores practical strategies for growth. The session will also introduce Clean Language, a powerful alternative to traditional questioning, offering particularly valuable insights for IMGs as an effective consultation technique.


  • Date

    15 July 2026
  • Start time

    19:00
  • Places left

    15

Touch the Past - Family Fun Day at the Weald & Downland Living Museum

The South West Thames Faculty invites you to step into 1,000 years of rural history and explore over 50 fascinating historic buildings. From cosy homes to working spaces, there’s something for everyone to discover. The day includes a guided tour of the iconic Downland Gridshell, offering a behind‑the‑scenes look at the museum's workshop and artefacts collection. Lunch included. Perfect for families looking to learn, explore, and spend quality time together.


  • Date

    25 July 2026
  • Start time

    11:00
  • Places left

    30