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We bring leading experts together to create unique events for learning, collaboration, and networking - connecting professionals both nationally and internationally.

INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS

We are excited to bring you an exceptional line up of courses, events and conferences to expand your knowledge and update your skills in Intensive Care Medicine. You can expect:

Expert Faculty - learn from experts at the forefront of intensive care medicine
Interactive Learning - including hands-on, simulation based training and interactive workshops
Networking Opportunities - exchange ideas, collaborate and establish new networks
CPD - official certification provided at the completion of each course.

Browse our courses at a glance

Please scroll down the page for more 2025 Events.

October 2025

Critically Ill Airway (CIA) - October 2025

23 October 2025 — 24 October 2025

The Alfred Simulation Centre

The course builds on online pre-course learning materials with interactive ‘hands on’ practical sessions and at least twelve different simulation scenarios that run the full gamut of airway crises in the critically ill. The faculty includes multi-disciplinary experts in the management of the critically ill airway, who are also enthusiastic expert educators and simulationists.

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November 2025

Basic Assessment & Support in Intensive Care - November 2025

5 November 2025 — 6 November 2025

The Alfred - Innovation & Education Hub

This two day comprehensive course is provided to internal junior medical staff at The Alfred and a growing number of external candidates. Originally developed by Charles Gomersall and the Chinese University of Hong Kong, this international course is provided by Alfred intensive care specialists and is continually updated and rewritten to reflect best practice relevant to intensive care in Australia.

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The Alfred ICU Comprehensive Critical Care Echocardiography Course - November 2025

12 November 2025 — 13 November 2025

The Alfred - Innovation & Education Hub

The Alfred ICU Echocardiography faculty is proud to present the “Alfred Comprehensive Critical Care Echocardiography (ACCCE) course” created specifically for the critical care doctor wishing to advance their transthoracic echocardiography skills and knowledge beyond a basic level 1 study. The course syllabus is primarily case based, with a series of lectures, practical scanning and dynamic interactive tutorials designed to articulate the concepts necessary for comprehensive image interpretation and to stimulate critical thinking.

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Advanced Life Support (ALS2) Recertification - November 2025

24 November 2025 — -

The Alfred - Innovation & Education Hub

This one day internationally accredited course has been developed to standardise the teaching of cardiac arrest and resuscitation management. The ALS2 Recertification course consists of lectures, practical workshops and cardiac arrest scenarios, providing the opportunity to practice skills and update knowledge.

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December 2025

CCR Down Under 2025: Registrations Open!

Registration is open

9 December 2025 — 10 December 2025

The Edge, Federation Square, Melbourne

We are excited to announce that registrations for Critical Care Reviews Down Under 2025 is now officially open! Whether you’re returning for the second year or joining us for the first time, this is your chance to part of an incredible experience filled with high level science, robust discussions and networking opportunities rarely seen in Australia.

February 2026

Basic Assessment & Support in Intensive Care - February 2026

3 February 2026 — 4 February 2026

The Alfred - Innovation & Education Hub

This two day comprehensive course is provided to internal junior medical staff at The Alfred and a growing number of external candidates. Originally developed by Charles Gomersall and the Chinese University of Hong Kong, this international course is provided by Alfred intensive care specialists and is continually updated and rewritten to reflect best practice relevant to intensive care in Australia.

Click here for course page

Advanced Life Support (ALS2) - February 2026

26 February 2026 — 27 February 2026

The Alfred - Innovation & Education Hub

This two day internationally accredited course has been developed to standardise the teaching of cardiac arrest and resuscitation management. The ALS2 course consists of lectures, practical workshops and cardiac arrest scenarios, providing the opportunity to practice skills and apply knowledge. The course will emphasise the importance of teamwork prior to safe transfer into a critical care environment.

Click here for course page

March 2026

The Alfred ICU in Collaboration with VECMOS Adult ECMO Course - March 2026

25 March 2026 — 26 March 2026

The Alfred - Innovation & Education Hub

The Alfred Adult ECMO Course is for doctors, nurses and perfusionists seeking to provide ECMO support to patients with severe forms of cardiac and respiratory failure. It is designed for participants with little prior experience in the provision of ECMO. All aspects of care required by these patients are addressed.

Click here for course page

April 2026

Alfred Bootcamp for CICM Second Part Clinical Exam Course (ABC2) - April 2026

1 April 2026 — 2 April 2026

The Alfred - Innovation & Education Hub

The ABC2 Course provides intensive preparation for CICM Second Part exam candidates, focusing on enhancing exam performance and psychological resilience. Participants engage in structured practice and critique sessions across various case scenarios, ensuring readiness and confidence for the clinical exam.

Click here for course page

Advanced Life Support (ALS2) - April 2026

21 April 2026 — 22 April 2026

The Alfred - Innovation & Education Hub

This two day internationally accredited course has been developed to standardise the teaching of cardiac arrest and resuscitation management. The ALS2 course consists of lectures, practical workshops and cardiac arrest scenarios, providing the opportunity to practice skills and apply knowledge. The course will emphasise the importance of teamwork prior to safe transfer into a critical care environment.

Click here for course page

Advanced Life Support (ALS2) Recertification - April 2026

23 April 2026 — -

The Alfred - Innovation & Education Hub

This one day internationally accredited course has been developed to standardise the teaching of cardiac arrest and resuscitation management. The ALS2 Recertification course consists of lectures, practical workshops and cardiac arrest scenarios, providing the opportunity to practice skills and update knowledge.

Click here for course page

May 2026

Critically Ill Airway (CIA) - May 2026

14 May 2026 — 15 May 2026

The Alfred Simulation Centre

The course builds on online pre-course learning materials with interactive ‘hands on’ practical sessions and at least twelve different simulation scenarios that run the full gamut of airway crises in the critically ill. The faculty includes multi-disciplinary experts in the management of the critically ill airway, who are also enthusiastic expert educators and simulationists.

Click here for course page

The Alfred ICU Critical Care Echocardiography Course - May 2026

20 May 2026 — 21 May 2026

The Alfred - Innovation & Education Hub

Echocardiography is an essential clinical tool for any critical care practitioner. The Alfred ICU runs a two day course on critical care echocardiography limited to 20 participants. The emphasis is on: Practical (TTE) echo skills acquisition – 2:1 participant: instructor ratio Interpreting echo data in the context of critical care scenarios Developing reporting skills. Assisting preparation for formal echocardiography qualifications.

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June 2026

Victorian Primary Examination Course for CICM (VPECC) - June 2026

11 June 2026 — -

The Alfred - Innovation & Education Hub

VPECC provides prospective candidates for the CICM primary examination with a 1-day course to develop their exam technique. The course is specifically targeted at CICM trainees who are sitting or intending to sit their primary examination within the next 6 months.

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Advanced Life Support (ALS2) - June 2026

23 June 2026 — 24 June 2026

The Alfred - Innovation & Education Hub

This two day internationally accredited course has been developed to standardise the teaching of cardiac arrest and resuscitation management. The ALS2 course consists of lectures, practical workshops and cardiac arrest scenarios, providing the opportunity to practice skills and apply knowledge. The course will emphasise the importance of teamwork prior to safe transfer into a critical care environment.

Click here for course page

August 2026

Advanced Life Support (ALS2) - August 2026

18 August 2026 — 19 August 2026

The Alfred - Innovation & Education Hub

This two day internationally accredited course has been developed to standardise the teaching of cardiac arrest and resuscitation management. The ALS2 course consists of lectures, practical workshops and cardiac arrest scenarios, providing the opportunity to practice skills and apply knowledge. The course will emphasise the importance of teamwork prior to safe transfer into a critical care environment.

Click here for course page

September 2026

Alfred Bootcamp for CICM Second Part Clinical Exam Course (ABC2) - September 2026

2 September 2026 — 3 September 2026

The Alfred - Innovation & Education Hub

The ABC2 Course provides intensive preparation for CICM Second Part exam candidates, focusing on enhancing exam performance and psychological resilience. Participants engage in structured practice and critique sessions across various case scenarios, ensuring readiness and confidence for the clinical exam.

Click here for course page

October 2026

Advanced Life Support (ALS2) - October 2026

6 October 2026 — 7 October 2026

The Alfred - Innovation & Education Hub

This two day internationally accredited course has been developed to standardise the teaching of cardiac arrest and resuscitation management. The ALS2 course consists of lectures, practical workshops and cardiac arrest scenarios, providing the opportunity to practice skills and apply knowledge. The course will emphasise the importance of teamwork prior to safe transfer into a critical care environment.

Click here for course page

Advanced Life Support (ALS2) Recertification - October 2026

8 October 2026 — -

The Alfred - Innovation & Education Hub

This one day internationally accredited course has been developed to standardise the teaching of cardiac arrest and resuscitation management. The ALS2 Recertification course consists of lectures, practical workshops and cardiac arrest scenarios, providing the opportunity to practice skills and update knowledge.

Click here for course page

Critically Ill Airway (CIA) - October 2026

22 October 2026 — 23 October 2026

The Alfred Simulation Centre

The course builds on online pre-course learning materials with interactive ‘hands on’ practical sessions and at least twelve different simulation scenarios that run the full gamut of airway crises in the critically ill. The faculty includes multi-disciplinary experts in the management of the critically ill airway, who are also enthusiastic expert educators and simulationists.

Click here for course page

November 2026

The Alfred ICU Comprehensive Critical Care Echocardiography Course - November 2026

10 November 2026 — -

The Alfred - Innovation & Education Hub

The Alfred ICU Echocardiography faculty is proud to present the “Alfred Comprehensive Critical Care Echocardiography (ACCCE) course” created specifically for the critical care doctor wishing to advance their transthoracic echocardiography skills and knowledge beyond a basic level 1 study. The course syllabus is primarily case based, with a series of lectures, practical scanning and dynamic interactive tutorials designed to articulate the concepts necessary for comprehensive image interpretation and to stimulate critical thinking.

Click here for course page

The Alfred ICU in Collaboration with VECMOS Adult ECMO Course - November 2026

18 November 2026 — 19 November 2026

The Alfred - Innovation & Education Hub

The Alfred Adult ECMO Course is for doctors, nurses and perfusionists seeking to provide ECMO support to patients with severe forms of cardiac and respiratory failure. It is designed for participants with little prior experience in the provision of ECMO. All aspects of care required by these patients are addressed.

Click here for course page

December 2026

Advanced Life Support (ALS2) - December 2026

1 December 2026 — 2 December 2026

The Alfred - Innovation & Education Hub

This two day internationally accredited course has been developed to standardise the teaching of cardiac arrest and resuscitation management. The ALS2 course consists of lectures, practical workshops and cardiac arrest scenarios, providing the opportunity to practice skills and apply knowledge. The course will emphasise the importance of teamwork prior to safe transfer into a critical care environment.

Click here for course page

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