Convince your manager
Make the case to attend APEC 2026
Get the conversation started with your manager! We've created an email template to help you explain the value of attending the Australasian Perioperative Educators Conference (APEC) 2026.
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sample email
Copy and paste the sample below into your email, personalise the placeholder details, and send it to your manager.
Hi [Manager's Name],
I am requesting support to attend the Australasian Perioperative Educators Conference (APEC) 2026 in Adelaide on Saturday, 17 October 2026.
APEC is hosted by Periop Concepts and is specifically designed for perioperative educators, managers and emerging leaders. The conference brings together perioperative educators, clinical experts and thought leaders for a full day focused on professional growth, connection and practical, real-world learning.
I believe attending APEC would be directly relevant to my role and provide valuable learning that I can bring back to our workplace.
During this event, I will:
- Attend approximately 8 hours of CPD-accredited education tailored to perioperative educators and managers.
- Learn practical insights across clinical education, leadership, workforce development and innovation in perioperative practice.
- Hear from respected clinicians, subject matter experts and presenters.
- Connect with other perioperative educators, managers and emerging leaders.
- Develop practical ideas and perspectives that can be shared with our team and applied within our workplace.
- Invest in my own professional development while contributing to the ongoing development of our perioperative team.
Here is a budget breakdown for my attendance:
- Registration: $495 Early Bird ticket until 31 August 2026. Standard ticket pricing is $595 from 1 September 2026.
- Travel: [Insert estimated travel cost]
- Accommodation: [Insert estimated accommodation cost]
- Additional meals: Full catering is included throughout the conference day, including morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea.
- Total: [Insert estimated total]
My conference attendance also includes an educator gift bag and an evening networking function with food and drinks.
I believe APEC 2026 represents a valuable investment in my professional development and would provide practical learning and insights that I can bring back to support our team, perioperative education and ultimately patient care.
I would appreciate your consideration and support for my attendance, including study leave and/or professional development funding where possible.
Thank you for considering my request. I am happy to provide any additional information you may need.
Kind regards,
[Your Name]
[Your Position]
