Next Gen Nurse Practitioners Conference 2026
4–5 June 2026 | Westmead Hospital, Sydney
The Next Gen Nurse Practitioners (NGNP) Conference returns in 2026 with a boutique, highly specialised two-day program designed exclusively for Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) Nurse Practitioners, Advanced Practice Nurses, and clinicians working within the increasingly complex world of substance use, dependence, and comorbid health concerns. Taking place at Westmead Hospital on 4 and 5 June, this focused, NP-led event has quickly become the must-attend conference for AOD NPs across Australia.
Purpose-built to support excellence in clinical practice, the 2026 NGNP program brings together evidence-based education, practical skills development, and immersive learning experiences shaped by real-world AOD clinical scenarios. The curriculum is intentionally crafted to reflect the realities faced by advanced clinicians, balancing clinical complexity, patient-centred care, evolving pharmacotherapy, and system-level challenges impacting AOD treatment.
Across the two-day program, attendees will gain access to an integrated suite of high-value learning opportunities, including:
Clinical skills stations offering hands-on, practical application in essential assessment and treatment techniques
Case-based scenario workshops grounded in contemporary AOD care and reflective of current clinical demands
Pharmacology “Shark Tank” sessions, designed to sharpen rapid, high-level decision-making through interactive peer discussion
Innovative learning challenges, including a fully immersive Clinical Escape Room focused on critical thinking and real-time problem-solving
Peer-to-peer knowledge exchange with leading AOD Nurse Practitioners, educators, and sector specialists
The NGNP Conference is intentionally intimate and practice-focused, ensuring deep engagement, personalised learning opportunities, and meaningful connection with fellow clinicians. Feedback from previous attendees highlights the exceptional relevance, quality, and practical value of the program; enabling participants to return to their workplaces equipped with new knowledge, strengthened clinical confidence, and improved capability in managing complex AOD presentations.
With accessible registration fees and an emphasis on delivering maximum educational value, the 2026 conference provides an unparalleled opportunity for AOD clinicians seeking to advance their practice, strengthen leadership capability, and stay at the forefront of contemporary AOD care.
Whether you are an established AOD Nurse Practitioner, a clinician expanding your scope, or an aspiring NP committed to excellence in addiction medicine, this event is purpose-built to support your growth and professional development.
Join us at Westmead Hospital for two days of cutting-edge learning, collaboration, and clinical innovation at Australia’s premier AOD Nurse Practitioner event.
