About this Event
Welcome to the West of Scotland Advanced Practice Academy Conference, 17th June 2026, from 10:00-16:00.
Join us for this FREE in-person event at the Annie Lennox Building, Glasgow Caledonian University, Cowcaddens Rd, Glasgow G4 0BA.
The day features opportunities to connect with fellow advanced practice professionals and an engaging, practical day for NMAHP advanced practitioners, with dedicated content for AHPs following the publication of TR Paper 9.
The programme will include inspiring keynote sessions, updates on national priorities and policy, and a wide range of breakout sessions spanning clinical practice, leadership, education and research, alongside poster viewing and short research presentations from colleagues and doctoral candidates.
Delegates will be able to personalise their day by choosing breakout sessions aligned to their interests, with plenty of opportunity for networking and shared learning throughout.
We are very grateful to Glasgow Caledonian University, who are funding and hosting the event and will be providing lunch and refreshments for all attendees.
Why attend?
- Gain insight into national priorities for NMAHP advanced practice, including dedicated sessions for AHPs following the release of TR Paper 9.
- Take part in breakout sessions across clinical practice, leadership, education and research, tailored to your interests.
- Connect with peers, share learning, and explore new ideas through networking, posters, and research presentations in a fully funded setting with lunch and refreshments provided.
- Don't miss out on this chance to enhance your skills and stay up-to-date on the latest developments in advanced practice.
- Register with your work email (e.g. practice, NHS or HEI email now to secure your spot!
Access tickets
- Please note EVENT REGISTRATION CLOSING DATE: 22nd MAY 2026 at MIDDAY
- Access to the event is free!
- To secure your place at this event, select one ticket per order, and choose the nearest geographical health board location to your role.
- Register with your work email, e.g., an NHS Health Board email, a Higher Education Institution, or a practice.
- Please ensure you can attend, as places are limited.
- Please cancel your ticket if you cannot attend, so someone else can take your place.
- Ticket data collection will plan this and future events across Scotland's health & social care.
- Identification: Please remember to bring your ID badge!
Itinerary
- Time: 10:00- 16:00
- Details to follow and will include presentations and workshops
Information
- Venue: Please see the Glasgow Caledonian University | Scotland, UK website for travel and parking arrangements
- Refreshments: Free lunch will be served, or alternatively, you can purchase food at the on-site food outlets, and other food outlets are also nearby in Glasgow City Centre
Posters
- This year's conference offers an exciting opportunity to showcase your achievements and share your work with peers and leaders from across the region.
- We warmly encourage you to submit a poster and take part in this celebration of success.
- Poster Display Information: Maximum size: A1
- Posters will be displayed on-site during the conference and on our advanced practice social media sites
- This completed submission checklist below must be submitted for all posters before Tuesday, 2nd June 2026, at 13:00
- Click on the link: https://forms.office.com/e/GWySAf6J1k
- Want your posters showcased and printed FREE?
- Glasgow Caledonian University has offered to print your posters for free in exchange for displaying them on campus for three months!
- Please inform the poster co-ordinator if you wish to use this option; posters will be available for return by collection.
- Deadline for free printing is Monday, 8th June 2026, at midday.
- Other options are bringing your printed posters on one's own accord on the day.
- Deadline for virtual poster submission is Friday, 12th June at 13:00.
Evaluations
Thank you for attending our event dedicated to supporting and advancing healthcare professionals' practice.
- Your feedback is essential to help us improve the quality, relevance, and impact of our future events for the advanced practice workforce.
- This short evaluation will only take a few minutes to complete and will provide us with valuable insights into your experience, including the effectiveness of the sessions, the suitability of the venue, and the overall organisation of the event.
- Anonymous participation, as we hear your voice!
- Click on the link: West of Scotland Advanced Practice Annual Conference Evaluation 2026 – Fill in form
- Closing date for evaluations: Friday 3rd July 2026 at 18:00
- Results: We appreciate your honest and constructive responses, and together, we can continue to shape impactful learning opportunities that support professional development and excellence in practice.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Annie Lennox Building, Cowcaddens Road, Glasgow, United Kingdom
GBP 0.00
