Tues 16th June and / or Weds 17th June 2026
Join colleagues from across the UK and beyond at the Royal College of Paramedics Annual National Research Conference 2026 – the national meeting for paramedic research, innovation, and evidence-based practice.
This conference is taking place in Birmingham and runs over the evening of the 16th and all day on the 17th of June 2026 offering a vibrant and inclusive space to learn, connect, and be inspired by the people and ideas shaping the future of paramedic and pre-hospital care.
The Royal College of Paramedics Annual National Research Conference is more than an event, it is a community. By attending, you are contributing to a national conversation that values evidence, collaboration, and real-world impact.
Cost: Your ticket (any type) will be funded by SWAST CPD. Please note: The conference is taking place in Birmingham – we are unable to cover the cost of travel and accommodation expenses.
Eligibility: Open to all staff. Unfortunately, we’re not able to offer tickets to undergraduate students. However, if undergraduates are a CoP member, they can benefit from reduced prices.
Full details: Visit the event webpage here. *
*unless you are self-funding, please only book your ticket via SWAST CPD – we will not be able to reimburse any tickets purchased direct with RCoP.
Booking: This event is open to expressions of interest – we aim to purchase tickets for all (up to our capacity), however this may be determined by availability at time of booking. As turnaround for this will be tight, there may not be time to double check if you are still able to attend. Therefore, we ask that you only apply if you can commit to the date(s) & ticket type that you have requested. Please only confirm your travel plans once you have heard from us.
Date: Tuesday 16th June and Wednesday 17th June 2026.
Location: Birmingham Conference & Events Centre
Please note we are unable to cover the cost of accommodation and travel expenses.
Why Register?
- Hear the latest research influencing paramedic practice and policy
- Learn from innovators, leaders, and researchers across health and social care
- Explore practical insights that translate evidence into frontline impact
- Network with peers, collaborators, and future research partners
- Support your professional development and research journey
What Your Registration Includes
- Access to all conference sessions
- Oral, poster, and interactive presentation sessions
- Opportunities for discussion, networking, and knowledge exchange
- Access to exhibitors and partners showcasing innovation and resources
Who Should Attend?
- All staff with an interest in advancing the evidence base relating to paramedic and prehospital care.
A variety of ticket options are available:
- Day 1 only
- Day 2 only
- Both days
You are welcome to opt for any of these ticket options.
Please note: Although this is an expression of interest, we will go ahead and purchase your ticket if we’re able to. Therefore, please only express your interest if you are able to commit to attending your chosen date(s).
Please note: This conference is taking place in Birmingham – unfortunately, we are unable to cover the cost of travel and accommodation expenses.
This is expression of interest only – although we hope to purchase tickets for all, it may be determined by availability at time of booking. However, we will go ahead and purchase your ticket if we’re able to. Therefore, please only express your interest if you are able to commit to attending your chosen date(s).
Complete the form below to express your place.
Deadline: Monday 1st June 2026, 10am.
Once this deadline has passed it won’t be possible to add any more tickets to the order.
The protected characteristics monitoring form is separate to the booking button above; completion is optional & anonymous. We ask for information on your ‘protected characteristics’ in order to help us monitor our performance on equality.
If you have already completed this form since April 2026 & nothing has changed, there is no need to complete again.