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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SCA Exam: FULL-DAY Preparation course, July 2026

Pass the SCA exam by improving your consulting skills. Role played cases supplement practical advice in this one day course run by SCA examiners. Mastering the SCA Exam: A Comprehensive Preparation Course for GP Registrars

  • Date

    10 July 2026

  • Start time

    09:15

  • Places left

    10

Cumbria family fun & wellbeing day at Watchtree Nature Reserve

Join us on this fascinating 'back to nature' day out at Watchtree Nature Reserve. There are lots of adventures to be had when visiting the reserve, including walking the many trails, spotting the diverse wildlife, and just getting yourself immersed in nature. Please feel free to bring a packed lunch or snacks to enjoy around the campfire. Throughout, we will be supported by a trained nature guide. Open to all members, family, friends and pooches.

  • Date

    11 July 2026

  • Start time

    10:30

  • Places left

    60

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

    14 July 2026

  • Start time

    09:00

  • Places left

    31

Minor Surgery Skills | Joint Injections | Bournemouth

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

    16 July 2026

  • Start time

    09:00

  • Places left

    31

Minor Surgery Skills | Joint injections | 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

    17 July 2026

  • Start time

    09:00

  • Places left

    29

Euphoria Dance & Movement Session - Friday 17 July 2026

EUPHORIA Dance & Movement is a joyful, one hour pop fuelled class on 2 May 2026, 10–11am, at St Paul’s Church, Heaton Moor. Led by Manchester based award winning artist Helen Goalen, each session includes a cardio warm up, simple routine and calming cool down. Open to all abilities, no experience needed. Free for RCGP members, £10 for non members. Expect an inclusive, welcoming atmosphere focused on joy, creativity and making time for yourself in a supportive, uplifting space for everyone.

  • Date

    17 July 2026

  • Start time

    20:00

  • Places left

    20

Leeds Pride 2026

RCGP is proud to have an official presence at Leeds Pride 2026 and we’d love you to join us in the parade. Leeds Pride is one of the region’s largest celebrations of LGBTQ+ life, welcoming thousands of people and allies to march through the city in support of equality, visibility, and inclusion. Walking with RCGP is a brilliant way to show your support for LGBTQ+ GPs, practice colleagues, and communities.

  • Date

    19 July 2026

  • Start time

    10:00

  • Places left

    49

Learn and Connect: Newcastle 6-8 Week Baby Check 14:00

This session will be beneficial for all GPs who deliver baby checks in the surgery as well as GP registrars and newly qualified GPs who have not had formal paediatric training. During the session we will look at The Healthy Child Programme, the 6-8 week check, screening, what to do when things go wrong, and common reasons to refer.

  • Date

    29 July 2026

  • Start time

    14:00

  • Places left

    24

Learn and Connect: Newcastle 6-8 Week Baby Check 15:45

  • Date

    29 July 2026

  • Start time

    15:45

  • Places left

    24