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Date: 01/01/2026 Location: Other
The Safer Families Centre has developed a clinical audit CPD activity for GPs on Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) Identification and Initial Response. The activity aims to provide a better understanding of IPV and how to identify and ask patients about it. GPs will also strengthen their capacity to identify barriers to asking about IPV and how to overcome those barriers. ‘Intimate Partner Violence (IPV)’ also known as ‘Domestic Violence (DV)’ refers to any behaviour by an intimate partner (or ex-partner) that causes physical, sexual or psychological harm, including acts of physical violence, sexual coercion, psychological abuse and controlling behaviours.(1) It is a pattern of behaviour where one partner is usually exerting power and control over the other partner over time. This Mini Clinical Audit is designed to give GPs an opportunity to identify any changes or improvements to be made in their practice to meet the best practice guidelines and how they plan to implement them.
1 Educational activity hour
1 Performance review hour
5 Outcome measurement hours
Date: 01/01/2026 Location: Other
Chronic pain is one of the most frequent and complex presentations in general practice, often interwoven with mood, anxiety, and sleep symptoms. This course, presented by psychiatrist Dr Khaldoon Alsaee, provides GPs with a clear understanding of the neurobiological and psychosocial mechanisms that sustain chronic pain beyond tissue injury. Drawing on contemporary neuroscience, the program explains how sensitisation, cortical reorganisation, and impaired descending inhibition contribute to the persistence of pain and its overlap with mental health conditions. Participants gain insight into how emotional and cognitive processes shape pain perception and treatment response.The course integrates psychiatry and pain medicine to equip GPs with practical tools for improving patient communication, validating lived experiences, and applying biopsychosocial strategies in chronic pain management.Through interactive self-assessment and reflection activities, participants evaluate their own clinical approach, identify learning needs, and plan evidence-based improvements in practice.This activity supports GPs in delivering more informed, compassionate, and effective care for patients living with chronic pain in primary care settings. andlt;grammarly-desktop-integration data-grammarly-shadow-root="true"andgt;andlt;/grammarly-desktop-integrationandgt;
1.5 Educational activity hours
1 Performance review hour
Date: 01/01/2026 Location: Other
Reproductive genetic carrier screening is now a common part of preconception and early pregnancy care, yet many GPs feel unsure about when and how to offer it. This mini-audit helps GPs review their own practice, compare it with current Australian guidelines, and identify gaps or barriers. By completing it, participants will build confidence in selecting appropriate patients, discussing test options and limitations, interpreting results, and knowing when to refer to genetics services. The activity directly supports safer, guideline-aligned care and more informed decision-making for patients considering carrier screening
0.5 Educational activity hour
2.5 Outcome measurement hours
Date: 01/01/2026 Location: Other
This webinar supports GPs as frontline providers for veterans with trauma-related mental health concerns. It builds skills in recognising PTSD presentations that may be obscured by comorbidities such as pain, substance use, sleep issues or anger. GPs will learn to apply evidence-based approaches from the Phoenix Australia guidelines, conduct effective screening conversations, initiate first-line management and address common comorbidities. The activity also strengthens understanding of veteran-specific referral pathways, including DVA Trauma Recovery programs, helping GPs meet RACGP Curriculum competencies in coordinated, patient-centred mental health care.
0.5 Educational activity hour
0.5 Performance review hour
Date: 01/01/2026 Location: Other
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a common, underdiagnosed neurodevelopmental condition affecting 6–8% of children in Australia. Without early identification and evidence-based intervention, ADHD can significantly impair academic performance, social functioning, and emotional development across the lifespan. This self-paced online course is designed to equip general practitioners with the clinical knowledge and practical tools to assess, diagnose, and manage ADHD in children and adolescents in line with contemporary Australian guidelines. GPs are increasingly recognised as the first point of contact for children with behavioural or attention difficulties. In rural and remote areas, where access to paediatricians or psychiatrists may be limited, GPs play a critical role in ensuring timely care. This course supports that role through structured modules on ADHD epidemiology, guideline-based diagnostic criteria, pharmacological and non-pharmacological management strategies, and principles of holistic care. Participants will engage with case-based scenarios, complete a formal knowledge check, and gain practical experience with validated assessment tools. It is suitable for all GPs seeking to enhance their diagnostic confidence and deliver continuous, patient-centred ADHD management within the primary care setting. andlt;grammarly-desktop-integration data-grammarly-shadow-root="true"andgt;andlt;/grammarly-desktop-integrationandgt;
2.5 Educational activity hours
1 Performance review hour
1 Outcome measurement hour
Date: 01/01/2026 Location: Other
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains a leading cause of death in Australia, yet many general practitioners (GPs) report limited confidence and training in delivering effective nutrition and lifestyle counselling for prevention and management. Although most GPs recognise their vital role and wish to improve their skills, few routinely assess or advise on dietary patterns. At the same time, nearly 60% of Australian adults have low health literacy, making it difficult for patients to understand cardiovascular risk information or act on lifestyle advice. Training that integrates evidence‑based communication and practical counselling strategies can help bridge these gaps. This activity will strengthen GP competence in explaining cardiovascular risk and providing brief, guideline‑aligned advice on nutrition, physical activity, alcohol, and other modifiable behaviours. By improving confidence and communication effectiveness, GPs can better support patients in making sustainable lifestyle changes that reduce CVD risk and improve long‑term health outcomes.
4 Educational activity hours
Date: 01/01/2026 Location: Other
Colorectal (bowel) cancer (CRC) continues to have considerable burden on Australians, with 97,754 years of healthy life lost due to CRC in 2022. Further to this, the incidence of early-onset colorectal cancer (EOCRC) is increasing globally, with CRC being the deadliest cancer for Australians aged 25 to 44. Approximately 75% of bowel cancers are diagnosed symptomatically. GPs play a key role in managing patient presentations, screening for CRC and referring patients for further investigation. By incorporating the recently-updated NHMRC-endorsed guidelines with existing tools to support quality outcomes, GPs can play a greater role in driving investigations for signs and symptoms potentially associated with CRC.
1 Educational activity hour
4 Outcome measurement hours
4 Performance review hours
Date: 01/01/2026 Location: Other
This clinical audit guides Australian GPs through a structured Plan–Do–Study–Act (PDSA) cycle to improve the management of cognitive dysfunction in major depressive disorder (MDD). Using a Cognitive Symptom Checklist and validated tools, participants assess cognitive domains such as memory, attention, executive functioning, and decision-making, and examine their impact on psychosocial functioning. GPs audit a minimum of five patients with depression, focusing on those with relapse or incomplete treatment response. Findings are compared with best-practice guidelines and used to inform targeted treatment adjustments aligned with the Activity–Cognition–Emotion (ACE) model. By completing this audit, GPs strengthen diagnostic precision, optimise management strategies, and support improved functional outcomes and quality of life for patients with depression. andlt;grammarly-desktop-integration data-grammarly-shadow-root="true"andgt;andlt;/grammarly-desktop-integrationandgt;
6 Outcome measurement hours
Date: 01/01/2026 Location: Other
Agitation in dementia is a frequent and distressing symptom encountered by GPs, particularly in residential aged care and community settings. General practitioners may feel ill-equipped to assess the causes of agitation, apply non-pharmacological management, and use psychotropic medications safely and appropriately. This webinar, delivered by expert medical educators from Dementia Training Australia,explores the care of an agitated person living with dementia.
1 Educational activity hour
Date: 01/01/2026 Location: Other
This webinar will provide General Practitioners with a practical understanding of the emerging role of pharmacogenomics (PGx) in clinical practice. Associate Professor Kym Mina, a Genetic Pathologist, will introduce the fundamentals of PGx - what it is, how it works, the supporting science, and an overview of current Australian and international clinical guidelines. GP Dr Stuart Arbuckle will then present two clinical case studies demonstrating the practical application of PGx in mental health. The goal is to improve patient outcomes, enhance compliance, and reduce adverse effects.The webinar will conclude with an interactive Qandamp;A panel session, offering attendees a chance to engage in a clinical discussion and have their specific questions answered. The session will equip attendees with the knowledge to begin incorporating PGx testing into their everyday practice to offer a more personalised approach to medicine.
1 Educational activity hour