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The APA is delighted to make the University of Melbourne's international Ultrasound for Physiotherapists course available! Its fully online, self-paced

This fully online, self-paced course is evidence-based and practical, suitable for physiotherapists wishing to:
• upskill on the foundations of ultrasound imaging
• develop competency skills for ultrasound imaging
• assimilate ultrasound imaging into daily clinical practice

The course is designed to enhance learning and promote understanding on the operation of the ultrasound machine and to increase your knowledge in the:
• diagnostic assessment and treatment of lung pathology
• assessment of musculoskeletal morphological change, information and injury
• diagnosis of sternal complications after cardiac surgery that present a morbidity and mortality burden if missed.

Weekly intake
We have a weekly intake into this course. The APA will email your individualised instructions one week after you register for the course.

Hosted by Melbourne University
The course is provided on the University of Melbourne learning platform.

The Australian Physiotherapy Council's (APC) online Cultural Safety Training for Physiotherapists has been developed in partnership with The University of Melbourne, and is proudly brought to you by the Australian Physiotherapy Association.

The APA has joined with the Royal Australasian College of Medical Administrators (RACMA) to offer our members discounted access to the RACMA's Management for Clinicians Program.

The Management for Clinicians Program is designed for health professionals who are planning to work in leadership and management roles. These sessions may feature participants from a range of health professions, mirroring the multidisciplinary teams that are integral to the healthcare system. This collaborative approach fosters a rich exchange of ideas and perspectives, enhancing understanding of patient care and promoting holistic, team-based solutions in healthcare. The workshops are facilitated by experts including experienced Fellows and Associate Fellows of the Royal Australasian College of Medical Administrators. The theoretical foundation is complemented by Members sharing their experience in responding to the challenges of working in a complex and adaptive healthcare system.

The learning outcomes of this course are:

• Developing foundation management and leadership skills
• Understanding the factors necessary for continuous quality improvement in patient safety
• Developing your knowledge of health care systems operations
• Understanding how to manage and lead teams
• An opportunity to network with colleagues and senior medical administration specialists

Register online via the RACMA website https://racma.edu.au/training/management-for-clinicians/. You will need to note your APA Membership number at the time of purchase to receive the discount.

Currently there are few options for physiotherapists who wish to explore a holistic approach to needle-based therapies. Dry needling courses offer a model that permits pain modulation but none of the systemic benefits acupuncture offers that can improve mood, sleep, inflammation, appetite and digestive function and sense of well-being.

The APA is seeking expressions of interest from suitably experienced and highly developed physiotherapists who are interested in working towards the pinnacle of sports physiotherapy. Applications are open from 10 June 2025 until 31 July 2025 . Applications must be completed by 11.59pm 31 July 2025. No late applications will be accepted.

The course will be held from 13-20 February 2026 at the Queensland Sport and Athletics Centre. The cost will be approx $3,600 for a Sports and Exercise group member.