6th International Congress of Health Education and Research
The 6th International Congress of Health Workforce Education and Research will place in Dublin, Ireland from Wednesday 7th to Thursday 8th October 2026. The event is the 6th iteration of our main conference which we hold once a year and a prime meeting place for international health workforce educators, researchers and policy makers. This two day event focuses on promoting interdisciplinary co-operation and critical understanding of the latest research in the field of health workforce education, training and development.
Key Dates:
Monday 4th March 2024: Abstract Deadline
Monday 4th March 2024: Early Fee Deadline
Monday 1st April 2024: Presenters’ Registration Deadline
Monday 3rd June 2024: Normal Fee Deadline
Congress Theme: "Innovating Together - the Future of IPE"
Innovating together in interprofessional education (IPE) is essential to prepare the healthcare workforce for a rapidly evolving and increasingly complex care environment. The future of IPE relies on cultivating creativity, adaptability, and forward-thinking collaboration across health disciplines. Innovation in this context means reimagining traditional approaches to education, integrating emerging technologies, and fostering new models of teamwork that address both current and future health challenges. By working together in innovative ways, healthcare professionals can break barriers between disciplines, expand perspectives, and create more dynamic learning experiences. This approach not only strengthens interprofessional collaboration but also ensures that learners are equipped to deliver patient-centered, equitable, and sustainable care. Looking ahead, innovating together in IPE empowers healthcare teams to adapt to change, embrace diversity of thought, and co-create solutions that improve health outcomes for individuals, families, and communities worldwide.
ECHOES - Exchange of Expertise in Healthcare Professionals' Education
The ECHOES Project is a three-year initiative funded by the EU aimed at developing a digital platform to facilitate the exchange of expertise between healthcare universities across Europe. The Final Conference of the project will be held as a pre-conference to our 6th International Congress of Health Education and Research on Wednesday 7th October 2026.
For more information on ECHOES please click here.
Dublin, the capital of Ireland, is a vibrant city known for its rich history, cultural heritage, and welcoming atmosphere. Located on the east coast of the island, Dublin combines historic landmarks with a modern, cosmopolitan character. The city is home to medieval castles, Georgian architecture, lively shopping streets, and a renowned literary tradition. Visitors can enjoy its bustling cafés, traditional pubs with live music, and scenic walks along the River Liffey. Dublin is also well connected, with an international airport and an extensive public transport network that makes exploring the city and surrounding areas convenient.
Conference Venue: RCSI, 123 St Stephen’s Green, Dublin 2, Ireland
Founded as the national training body for surgery in Ireland, RCSI has been at the forefront of healthcare education since its establishment in 1784. Today, it is an innovative, world-leading international health sciences university and research institution offering education and training at Undergraduate, Postgraduate and Professional level.
The University is home to Ireland's largest Medical School and Schools of Pharmacy and Biomolecular Sciences, Physiotherapy, Population Health, Nursing and Midwifery, along with Postgraduate Studies and the RCSI Graduate School of Healthcare Management. RCSI is deeply committed to advancing IPE and fostering collaboration across health disciplines to prepare students for complex care settings.
RCSI actively embeds interprofessional education through simulation-based learning at its RCSI SIM Centre, where students and trainees practice teamwork, communication and clinical procedures in realistic, safe environments. Additionally, RCSI offers structured postgraduate programmes like the online MSc in Health Professions Education and MSc in Leadership and Innovation in Healthcare, which bring together professionals from diverse healthcare roles to collaboratively learn education theory, leadership, research, and best practice in interprofessional settings.
