These comprehensive workbooks guides nurses new and transitioning to general practice or aged care through key components of these areas of nursing, and will ensure a thorough understanding of the many facets of these primary health care settings.
Learning on the go with APNA online learning
Primary health care is any medical service that is provided outside the four walls of a hospital, including aged care, community health, general practice, custodial, schools and many other primary health care settings. Australia's 98,000+ primary health care nurses play a critical role in disease prevention and control to keep people healthy. They provide proactive care and health promotion to keep Australians well.
Check out our short courses page for more information about the Health Workforce Scholarship Program, our in-depth short courses that include a 3-day pass to the Festival of Nursing 2026, and next steps to check your eligibility for funding.
You can copy the below for a draft letter to send straight to your manager, click 'compose email' to do copy this into your email client
Dear [Manager’s Name],
I am writing to request your support to attend the Festival of Nursing 2026, hosted by the Australian Primary Health Care Nurses Association (APNA). This annual event is Australia’s leading education-focused conference for primary health care nurses, designed to strengthen clinical knowledge, build leadership skills, and provide hands-on practical training.
The 2026 program includes:
I believe attending this event will directly benefit both my professional development and our team. The knowledge and skills gained will enhance patient care, improve efficiency, and ensure we stay aligned with best practice in primary health care. I am committed to sharing key learnings with colleagues upon my return to maximise the value of this investment.
The cost of attendance is [$insert ticket cost], and I respectfully request that the organisation cover this expense.
Thank you for considering my request. I am confident this opportunity will deliver significant value to both myself and our care.
Kind regards,
[Your Name]
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