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Pelvic health physiotherapy remains largely grounded in cisnormative and gendered models of care, creating barriers for LGBTQIA+ individuals, particularly in a speciality that involves sensitive discussion of bowel, bladder, sexual function, and examination of the pelvis. This session explores how inclusive care principles translate into pelvic health practice. Attendees will examine the unique pelvic health needs of LGBTQIA+ communities, alongside gaps in clinician training that impact access, safety, and outcomes - for all patients, not only those who identify as part of the LGBTQIA+ community.

Through a trauma-informed, patient-centred lens, participants will learn practical strategies for inclusive subjective interviewing, affirming language use, and collaborative decision making around examination and intervention. Emphasis will be placed on flexible, patient-led approaches that prioritize autonomy, consent, and psychological safety. Clinicians will leave with actionable tools to challenge normative assumptions, foster trust, and improve pelvic health outcomes for all patients, including those in LGBTQIA+ communities.

• VIC, TAS, NSW, ACT, QLD – 7.00pm AEST
• SA, NT – 6.30pm
• WA – 5.00pm

Login instructions including link details will be sent to registrants the day before the event. If login instructions are not received (please check your inbox as well as junk/spam folders) by close of business the day before the lecture or if you have any questions, please contact Emmanuel - Emmanuel.Manalad@australian.physio

As part of your registration to this event, you will be given free access to the recording of this presentation. The recording will be available on your cdp4physio dashboard within 6 weeks of the live session.

Join us for an engaging evening exploring the assessment and management of temporomandibular disorders (TMD) in physiotherapy. This professional development event brings together expert physiotherapist Andrew Clarkson and experienced dentist Dr Carl Maddern to share their perspectives on collaborative, evidence-informed care for people presenting with TMJ/jaw pain and dysfunction.Through practical case discussions and clinical insights, Andrew and Carl will explore evidence-informed clinical assessment, diagnosis and current management approaches. They will also discuss how physiotherapists can determine when referral to a dentist is appropriate and how interdisciplinary care can support more effective management of TMD. Attendees will gain an up-to-date overview of this area of practice, along with practical clinical pearls and key take-home messages to build confidence in assessing and managing people with TMD who present in clinical practice.

This lecture is aimed at assisting physios working their way through a graded return to sport following concussion, and include case presentations and opportunities for Q & A.

This course has been designed to provide an opportunity for physiotherapists to develop their practical skills and clinical reasoning associated with content taught in the online Level 1 Women's Pelvic Health Course.

This practical course will be structured around a ‘clinical case studies' format. Physiotherapists will be guided through a number of case studies requiring interpretation of completed Australian Pelvic Floor Questionnaires, bladder and bowel diaries, as well as results of Trans-Abdominal Real Time Ultrasound (RTUS), to develop an introductory management plan involving pelvic floor muscle training (where indicated) and lifestyle advice for each case.

In particular, physiotherapists will have the opportunity to perform Trans-Abdominal RTUS to assess pelvic floor function and bladder volumes, as well as learn the necessary procedures required to perform a visual assessment of anal sphincter contraction.

Note: even though there is no internal examinations are performed at Level 1, this course involves learners modelling in order to fulfil the learning objectives. If you know in advance that you will not consent to be a model for peer learning (visual assessment -external observation- of anal sphincter contraction), please communicate this as early as possible so that we can ensure a quality learning experience can be maintained for all participants.

This course will be presented by the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA) in combination with Women's Health Training Associates (WHTA).

For more information about the Women's Level 1 courses please click here.

2026 Specialisation Information Evening

Are you thinking about what you might achieve in physiotherapy – where it might lead you?

You have achieved Titled status…now what? Have you considered Specialisation?

Are you seeking a serious challenge to take your practice to a whole new level?

You are cordially invited to attend an Information Evening for the College's Specialisation in Physiotherapy.

The evening, hosted by A/Prof Tom McMillan, FACP, President, Australian College of Physiotherapists, will include a detailed overview of the Specialisation Training Program (STP) including entry requirements, learning activities, study requirements, assessment, key dates and costs.

Current Training Program Registrars and recent graduates will share their experience and insights and answer questions that budding specialists may have. They will also discuss the impact Specialisation has had on their practice and careers.

A brief introduction to the Specialist Research Physiotherapist (SRP) Portfolio and Distinguished Pathways will also be included. These pathways recognise physiotherapists who have demonstrated advanced expertise and leadership in research. The session will provide an overview of each pathway, including its eligibility requirements and the application process.

All College Fellows are welcome to attend, particularly those who may be interested in becoming a Facilitator or Censor for the Training Program or an Examiner/Assessor for either of the Specialisation pathways.