Study Days

Study days offered at SVHM are a valuable resource for professional growth. These dedicated days provide healthcare professionals with the opportunity to enhance their knowledge and skills. Through a variety of educational programs and workshops, we empower our staff to stay updated with the latest advancements in their field. Promoting collaboration and knowledge sharing among colleagues, our study days help foster a culture of continuous learning. By investing in these educational opportunities, we ensure that our healthcare professionals are well-equipped to provide the highest level of care to our patients.

To enrol for each course please follow the booking link listed below. 

2026 Courses, Workshops and Study Days - A to Z

12 Lead ECG Online Course

The ECG Course equips you with an understanding of 12-lead ECG analysis, interpretation and management. A good foundational understanding of cardiac anatomy and cardiac function is required. We recommend completing the Heart Starter Study Day prior.

This course runs over 8 weeks with approximately 1 hour of online content each week, consisting of videos, a quiz, ECG practice and further reading. There will also be supporting face-to-face tutorials. There are 2 x four hour tutorials from 08:30 - 12:30. It is highly recommended that participants attend these tutorials.
Participants will be eligible for 1 x 8hr study leave during the 8 weeks to be taken in discussion with your manager.

Monday 23rd March & Thursday 2nd April
Monday 1st June & Thursday 11th June
Monday 24th August & Friday 4th Sept
Monday 2nd November & Friday 13th November

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Care of the Older Person Study Day

This one-day program is aimed at nurses interested in developing their knowledge base and clinical practice in caring for the older person.

6 CPD hours
Cost for SVHM staff - $25
$20 will be refunded on attendance

Thursday 29th October 2026

Location
St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne
Education & Learning
Building C (Healy Wing), Level 3
41 Victoria Parade, Fitzroy, 3065

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Diabetes Study Day

This program allows nurses to expand their knowledge base in Diabetes Management and theory and apply this in a clinical setting.

You will be required to attend the Education and Learning Centre for face-to-face education with some Workday packages to be completed at learner's own pace.

Equivalent to 1 study day

6 CPD hours

Cost for SVHM staff - $25
$20 will be refunded on attendance
This course is not available to external participants

Tuesday, 12 May 2026
Tuesday, 4 August 2026
Tuesday, 6 October 2026

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Dual Chamber Pacing Study Day

This half day course is aimed at nurses working in ICU and 4th Floor to discuss the indications for Dual Chamber Pacing.

Tuesday, 30 June 2026
Tuesday, 17 November 2026

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Enrolled Nurse Study Day

This one-day face to face program is specifically designed for the Enrolled Nurses. It is a combination of lectures, case study group work and simulation.

The study day will follow the following format:

  • Patient assessment 
  • Case study group work 
  • Simulation training in regard to patient deterioration and effective teamwork.

6 CPD hours
Cost for SVHM staff - $25
$20 refund on attendance.

Wednesday, 17 June 2026
Thursday, 22 October 2026

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Heart Starter Study Day

Kick-start your cardiac learning journey with this interactive and engaging study day. Designed to strengthen knowledge of common cardiac conditions, treatments, and the fundamentals of ECG rhythm strip interpretation, this day blends theory with hands-on practice.

Topic covered include:

  • Heart Dissection Practical
  • Cardiac Electrical System - Basic Rhythm Analysis
  • Acute Coronary Syndrome Pause and Talk SIM
  • Heart Failure Case Study

Pre-reading will be sent to you via an email link prior to the day. This should be completed before attending.

6 CPD hours
Cost for SVHM staff - $25
$20 will be refunded on attendance

Thursday, 12 March 2026
Thursday, 9 April 2026
Thursday, 7 May 2026
Wednesday, 15 July 2026
Tuesday, 15 September 2026
Thursday, 15 October 2026
Thursday, 10 December 2026

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Medical Imaging Essentials

The Medical Imaging Department (MID) invites all nurses from the wards to join us for a full-day interactive session tailored for nurses with little or no prior experience in Medical Imaging

This is a unique opportunity to build foundational knowledge, discover our dynamic clinical environment, and understand how MID works in collaboration with ward-based nursing.

Content Includes:

  • An overview of the Medical Imaging Department and its various modalities
  • Nursing roles and responsibilities specific to MID
  • Radiation safety practices
  • Overview of Central Venous Access Devices (CVADs) inserted in MID
  • Introduction to Percutaneous Procedures in DSA
  • Presentations by Medical Representatives on drains, ports, and PICCs
  • Hands-on experience: “Touch and Feel” station with key equipment
  • Come along to learn a new field of nursing, ask questions, make connections, and build confidence in caring for patients undergoing imaging procedures.

Tuesday, 27 October 2026

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Optimising Mental Health in the General Hospital

Workshop offering introductory skills in caring for people with Mental Health.

Topics include:

  • Anxiety & Depression
  • Self-harm
  • Suicidal attempts
  • Eating Disorder
  • Psychotic Illness
  • Recognising and responding to deterioration in mental health
  • Deteriorating mental health and escalation pathway

Wednesday, 25 March 2026
Tuesday, 23 June 2026
Wednesday, 30 September 2026

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Pain Management Study Day

Please join us for a full day, including updates on:

  • Acute & Chronic pain
  • Pharmacology
  • Substance Use
  • Analgesic techniques including epidurals, regionals & popular infusions
  • Case studies & skills stations

A prerequisite to be part of this informative day is completion of Module 1 of the Advanced Regional & Pain Management Course (Workday). A link to this online course will be sent on registration to the email address provided.

On completion of the day, all attendees will be provided with a certificate for the Advanced Regional & Pain Management Course and have the course fee partially refunded.

Cost for SVHM staff: $25
Returned on attendance: $20

For those wanting to have epidural accreditation the practical component will be organised within 7 days.
Please note: To complete the practical competency component staff must be a grade 2 or above.

Tuesday, 7 April 2026
Wednesday, 14 October 2026

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Palliative Care Study Day

A one day face to face program aimed at nurses interested in developing their knowledge base and clinical practice in palliative care. Topics to be confirmed.

6 CPD hours
Cost for SVHM staff - $25
$20 will be refunded on attendance

Thursday, 23 July 2026

Location
Caratis Christi
Function Room
104 Studley Park Road, Kew

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Single Chamber Temporary Pacing Study Day

An exciting educational opportunity to up skill or refresh your knowledge on temporary pacing. Course has been designed for Registered Nurses working in ICU, CCU, Cardiothoracic and CIU

Cost for SVHM staff - $25
$20 will be refunded on attendance

Tuesday, 17 March 2026
Wednesday, 23 September 2026

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Supervision Training

This one day face to face program teaches preceptorship principles to enable participants to support nurses in different stages of their career development from undergraduates to postgraduates

6 CPD hours  - Equivalent to 1 study day

Tuesday, 10 March 2026
Thursday, 30 April 2026
Thursday, 28 May 2026
Tuesday, 14 July 2026
Thursday, 10 September 2026
Wednesday, 21 October 2026
Monday, 7 December 2026

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STAR-CODe

STAR-CODe - Simulation Training for Acute Response and Care of Deteriorating Patients

This dynamic interprofessional course is designed to support and empower nursing and junior medical staff in recognising and responding to acutely deteriorating patients. Participants will gain essential technical and professional skills, fostering a systematic and collaborative approach to patient management.

Through the use of facilitated discussion, skills stations and immersive simulations, participants will have the opportunity to apply these critical skills with support and feedback from an experienced faculty in a community of shared expertise. 

Thursday, 22 January 2026
Thursday, 19 February 2026
Thursday, 26 March 2026
Thursday, 16 April 2026
Thursday, 25 June 2026
Thursday, 30 July 2026
Thursday, 3 September 2026
Tuesday, 13 October 2026
Thursday, 5 November 2026
Thursday, 17 December 2026

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Trauma Informed Care

Between 57–75% of people will experience a traumatic event at some point. The chance of hospital staff encountering someone with a trauma history is very high. Staff want to understand more about the impact of trauma in the hospital setting so they can support their patients.

The training is delivered face-to-face and includes an educational workshop followed by three immersive patient simulations using professional actors.

Tuesday, 24 March 2026
Tuesday, 16 June 2026
Tuesday, 22 September 2026
Tuesday, 20 October 2026

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VAC Workshop

This half day interactive workshop aims to assist nurses to develop specific wound dressing skills when caring for a patient with a VAC dressing/device.
You will be required to attend the Education and Learning Centre for face to face education.

4 CPD hours
Cost for SVHM staff - $25
$25 will be refunded on attendance
This course is not available to external participants

Tuesday, 14 April 2026
Wednesday, 10 June 2026
Wednesday, 25 November 2026

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Viral Hepatitis Study Day

An overview of Hepatitis B and C and the role of nurses in the management of viral hepatitis

6 CPD hours
Cost for SVHM staff - $25
$20 will be refunded on attendance

Tuesday, 8 September 2026

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VTE Masterclass

This 3 hour face to face workshop is designed to increase knowledge and awareness of venous thromboembolism, disease state and prevalence. Participants will be able to better identify patients at risk of developing venous thromboembolism and better select appropriate prophylactic regimens.

3 CPD hours
Cost for SVHM staff - $25
Full refunded on attendance

Wednesday, 28 October 2026

Wound Management Study Day

Participants will be provided with current information to apply and promote best clinical practice when managing patient wounds.
This course will be delivered on-line with a combination of presentations presented in real time and pre-recorded and prepared programs available to be completed at learners own pace.

6 CPD hours - Equivalent to 1 study day
Cost for SVHM staff - $25
$20 will be refunded on attendance

Tuesday, 28 April 2026
Tuesday, 29 September 2026