Courses and events

Bolton One Sports Hall, University of Bolton

Badminton for Fun & Fitness

We’re excited to launch monthly badminton sessions for RCGP members in the North West of England, hosted by the RCGP North West Physical Activity and Lifestyle team. These sessions are designed to promote physical activity and improve fitness, while welcoming participants of all skill levels. Spaces will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. All equipment will be provided.

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• Date

  06 June 2025

• Start time

  19:00

• Places left

  24

The Monastery, Manchester

Northwest England Celebrating General Practice Dinner 2025

Join us for the 2025 Northwest England Celebrating General Practice Evening. The evening will be celebrating all things General Practice in the Northwest England area. The Monastery is an amazing architectural building and we want to make this a night to remember for everyone. The event is open to all Members, their partners and practice staff so why not make this an opportunity to have a team night out. If you would like to come but are on your own, please do not worry. There will be the opportunity to dine and connect with fellow solo members.

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• Date

  07 June 2025

• Start time

  19:00

• Places left

  412

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Zoom

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 Dr Roger Neighbour, a renowned teacher on the skills of communication within the GP consultation.

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• Date

  09 June 2025

• Start time

  09:00

• Places left

  0

Royal College of General Practitioners

Minor Surgery Skills | Refresher (includes DOPS)

This RCGP course is a refresher aimed at GPs who are already experienced in providing skin minor surgery, this educational activity is considered to be of high quality and relevant for general practitioners CPD Revalidation needs. This refresher also includes Direct Observations of Procedural Skills (DOPS) Assessment (required by NHS England for all GPs practising minor surgery in London and recommended for all GPs wanting to practise minor surgery outside of London)

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• Date

  10 June 2025

• Start time

  09:00

• Places left

  6

Zoom

AKT Preparation Course

This one-day interactive course has been designed for those planning to take the AKT component of the MRCGP. It will assist with your exam preparation and revision for the MRCGP AKT examination, focusing on high yield and difficult curriculum topics, including the topics trainees often forget to include in their revision and help with your exam technique.

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• Date

  10 June 2025

• Start time

  09:00

• Places left

  78

Hilton Leicester

Leicester Faculty Board Meeting June 2025

You are cordially invited to the Leicester Faculty June 2025 Board meeting. A hot buffet dinner will follow the meeting, allowing you to network with your colleagues. RCGP members are welcome as observers, particularly medical students, Foundation Doctors, and GP registrars.

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• Date

  10 June 2025

• Start time

  17:00

• Places left

  1

Zoom

North West England Faculty - June 25 Board Meeting

The Northwest Faculty board would like to invite you to Join our upcoming board meeting. We will discuss RCGP's upcoming Council agenda, which cover topics from health policy to standards of care and education in general practice, as well as RCGP's membership offer. All Board members are invited to share their views, for our Council rep to relay to RCGP Chair of Council.

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• Date

  10 June 2025

• Start time

  19:00

• Places left

  200

RCGP South East Wales Faculty Board Meeting - June 2025

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.

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• Date

  10 June 2025

• Start time

  19:00

• Places left

  30

Zoom

Yorkshire Faculty Board Meeting - June 2025 Online

The Faculty Chair, Dr Gwyn Elias and members of the Faculty Board, would like to invite you to the Faculty Board meeting & AGM that will take place on Tuesday 10 June 2025

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• Date

  10 June 2025

• Start time

  19:30

• Places left

  47