Gain comprehensive knowledge of NSQHS Standard 1 Clinical Governance and the National Model Clinical Governance Framework, and their application in various healthcare settings. Gain insights into cultural factors affecting patient safety and quality care, while understanding the key drivers of safety incidents. Recognise the pivotal role of leadership in continuous improvement.

This is a 3-hour training session, which is a total of 3 CPD points. (CPD points are a requirement for Australian healthcare professionals as part of the conditions of registration to practice in Australia, they may not be applicable to international attendees)

Please note: Registrations are made through Eventbrite, so when you select your chosen date you will be taken to the Eventbrite site to book.

6 May 2025   |   11am-2pm AEST Select
2 September 2025   |   11am-2pm AEST Select

Pricing

IA Affiliate Price ACHS Member Price Price
Single Registration
 $150 Single Registration $150 Single Registration $167
Group Registration
 N/A Group Registration $142 Group Registration $158

Price in AUD, includes GST. Group Registrations are for 3 or more bookings from the same organisation. Prices are subject to change.

Who is this course for?

Australian healthcare professionals including:

  • Executives and senior managers

  • Accreditation managers, departmental or unit team managers

  • Quality improvement professionals, patient safety specialists

  • Frontline clinical staff

  • "I enjoyed the well structured and concise approach to clinical Governance especially relevant examples."

    Previous course participant

    Dr Helena Johnston - Healthvoyage Coffs Harbour

  • "Engaging, presenter was extremely knowledgeable about the topic."

    Previous course participant

  • "I really enjoyed this topic and know it will assist the teams I manage to have a better understanding."

    Previous course participant

Learning Outcomes

Develop an understanding in:

  • Understand Clinical Governance Framework – regulatory and professional responsibilities

  • Gain insight into patient safety and risk to patients

  • Know how to respond to serious incidents

  • Understand the requirements for patient-centred care

  • Know how to establish a comprehensive governance framework to meet the needs of all stakeholders.

Meet Your Presenters

Assoc Professor Bernie Harrison

MPH (Hons), Grad Cert Med Ed, RN, RM

Associate Professor University of Sydney School of Public Health, Faculty of Medicine and Health

Director, Improvement Academy

Bernie Harrison has over 30yrs experience in health care, as a clinician, researcher and quality and safety (Q&S) expert.

She has extensive experience in designing and delivering Q&S training programs in the Asia pacific region. Her training in quality improvement and patient safety occurred in the USA in 2001 and 2010 as a Fulbright Scholar. She has extensive experience in health care system redesign and has published a Breakthrough Collaborative (Harrison et al Vox Sanguinis 2014) in improving red cell transfusion in the elective surgical setting. She co-authored the Quality in Australian Health Care Study (MJA 1995), the most cited paper in the journal’s 100yr history.

Her previous positions include: Executive Director of Hospital Performance for the National Health Performance Authority and Director in the NSW Clinical Excellence Commission. Her clinical experience as a registered nurse and midwife in the UK and Australia: maternity and child health, intensive care, aged care and mental health.

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Important Booking Information

  • ACHS Member Price

    ACHS Members are entitled to a discounted registration fee. To apply member discount, please ensure your organisation is a current member of ACHS at the time of registration. If you are unsure of your organisation's membership status, please contact your Clinical Governance Unit. If member price is selected by a non-member, an invoice for the difference will be issued.

  • IA Affiliate Price

    If you are a current IA Affiliate please select the IA Affiliate Price when registering. This applies to a single registration only, not group bookings. To learn more about IA Affiliate, please see banner below.

  • International Attendees

    This NSQHS Standard 1 - Clinical Governance Update course is not relevant for international healthcare professionals as it focuses on the Australian National Standards.

  • Payments and Invoicing

    Please note that registrations for this event are managed by Eventbrite which accepts payment with credit or debit card. We are unable to issue invoices outside of this system. Registrants will receive an automated tax invoice/receipt once they have finalised their payment. This can be used for reimbursement purposes.

  • Cancellation Policy

    The ACHS reserves the right to cancel any program. Full registration will be refunded if a program is cancelled or oversubscribed. *IF YOU WISH TO CANCEL* Cancellations received in writing by ACHS more than 7 days prior to the event will be accepted and all fees refunded less 10% (ex GST) of the total cost of the training. Cancellations received within 7 days of the event will not be refunded, however, transfer of your registration to another person is acceptable.

  • Support

    If you have any enquiries, please contact us at [email protected]


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6 May 2025   |   11am-2pm AEST Select
2 September 2025   |   11am-2pm AEST Select

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