RCPI Annual Trainer Conference 2026:
Turning Challenges into Success
Registration is now open for this year’s Trainer Conference.
Join us at No. 6 Kildare Street on Friday, 20 November for the Trainer Conference 2026, centred on the theme Turning Challenges into Success.
The conference will explore some of the key challenges and opportunities facing trainers today, with a focus on supporting excellence in postgraduate medical training and creating positive learning environments.
The morning programme will feature updates and insights across training, including ongoing research, thriving in training through high standards and high support, developing a growth mindset, simulation, and the evolving role of AI in medical education.
Interactive sessions will provide an opportunity for trainers to develop practical skills and explore new approaches that can be applied within the training environments.
In the afternoon, the focus will turn to productive struggle, learning from failure and doctor wellbeing, including a session with Dr Naomi Steenhof from the University of Toronto and a review and launch of the new report, featuring findings from the National Review of the Wellbeing of Hospital Doctors in Ireland.
The conference will conclude with a networking reception, providing an opportunity to continue the conversation and connect with fellow trainers and colleagues.
Learning Outcomes:
- Identify current developments and emerging challenges in postgraduate medical training.
- Explore approaches to balancing high standards with high support to promote positive learning environments and a growth mindset.
- Apply practical approaches to enhance trainer skills and support trainee development.
- Recognise the importance of productive struggle, learning from setbacks and doctor wellbeing within the training environment.
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