Virtual Student Conference

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Virtual Student Conference



The 2026 Virtual Student Conference is an online event showcasing podiatry student research, academic work and emerging clinical thinking.

Designed for both students and professionals, this event offers a unique opportunity to:

  • See what podiatry students are learning right now
  • Explore emerging approaches to clinical practice and evidence-informed care
  • Engage directly with the next generation of podiatrists through live Q&A and panel discussions

Why attend?

For practising podiatrists

Stay connected to the future of the profession.

  • Gain real insight into current student learning and competencies
  • Understand how graduate capabilities are evolving
  • Move beyond assumptions about “workforce readiness” and engage with the reality
  • Contribute to a more connected, collaborative profession

At a time of workforce pressure and increasing clinical demand, staying connected to emerging practitioners has never been more important.


For students

Take your first step into the profession.

  • Present your work in a national forum
  • Learn from peers across Australia
  • Experience how your professional association supports education and development
  • Build confidence in sharing clinical and academic thinking

For educators and university partners

Support the bridge between learning and practice.

  • See how student research is received by the profession
  • Contribute to strengthening alignment between education and clinical expectations
  • Support early professional engagement


What you’ll experience

  • Student research and academic presentations
  • Insights into clinical learning and evidence-informed practice
  • Interactive Q&A sessions after each presentation stream
  • Panel discussions connecting students and professionals

This is not just a showcase - it’s a shared learning environment designed to strengthen the profession from the ground up.


๐ŸŽค Get involved: Present at the 2026 Virtual Student Conference

We are inviting podiatry students to submit expressions of interest to present. Submission will open on Monday 22nd June.

Who can present

  • 3rd and 4th year podiatry students
  • Academic projects, research, or case-based work

Why present

  • Showcase your work to the profession
  • Gain experience presenting in a professional environment
  • Build visibility with future employers
  • Contribute to advancing podiatry practice

๐Ÿ‘‰ This is more than a presentation - it’s your first professional platform.

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Event Details

When:

Friday 4th September

Where:

Online

Time:

Standard Time: This webinar will start at:
9:00am - VIC, TAS, NSW, ACT, QLD (AEST)
8:30am - SA
8:30am - NT
7:00am - WA

Cost:

APodA Member: $50
Student Member: Free
Non-Member: $150

CPD Hours:

5.5 hour Category 1 Professional Development

Contact:

Australian Podiatry Association
info@podiatry.org.au
03 9416 3111


Proudly supported by:

Not a member yet? Join today and save $100 instantly

When you become an APodA member, you’ll receive an immediate $100 discount on this event, plus ongoing access to benefits designed to support your practice and career, including:

  • Reduced rates on conferences, courses, and CPD
  • Member-only clinical resources, templates and tools
  • Advocacy that represents and protects your profession
  • A national network of podiatrists to learn from and connect with

Join today, save on your registration, and keep the value going long after the event ends. Become an APodA member here >>


Important Information:

  • APodA online events are recorded and are available for members only to view at any time and at no cost in the Member Resource section on the website located in the webinar library.
  • Members can log this activity in the CPD portal to track their CPD activity for the year. To access the CPD portal click on Member Centre and using the menu on the left, click on
    My CPD
  • Only participants who attend online by logging in to the Zoom link provided and are actively online are issued a certificate of attendance. Certificates will be issued within 3 - 5 business days after the event
  • CPD Terms and Conditions

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