SERTA - Conference Presentation Attendance 2024-2025

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About SERTA

The Study, Education and Research Trust Account (SERTA) enables Gold Coast Health staff to engage in research, education and professional development activities that will improve their ability to deliver optimal health care to the Gold Coast community.

The SERTA Committee is responsible for overseeing the delivery of funding opportunities for staff to engage in research, education, and professional development. The scheme is managed through the Research office within Gold Coast Health. The SERTA Committee is administered as per the Health Service Directive: Private Practice in the Queensland Public Sector and reports to the Executive Research Committee and Gold Coast Health Private Practice Governance Committee.

Please ensure you have read the Guidelines before commencing this application. The document will outline and clarify the application process and the financial aspects related to SERTA funding, including travel, accommodation, professional development allowances, allowable reimbursements, and how to claim your approved SERTA funding.                                                                 

This application is for which of the following * Required
Response required.
Clear the selected value for This application is for which of the following
Each application is for one event

Choosing the Right Conference

Whilst attending a conference can be a valuable opportunity to learn new skills, showcase your work widely, discover new industry trends and network with peers, not all conferences are created equal.

Before progressing with your application, we ask that you consider and evaluate the quality of the conference you wish to attend in line with advancement of personal skills, showcasing your work, value to your work area and to Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service.

For academic conferences please refer to the Gold Coast Health Libguide page 'Conferences - How To Chose' and Think, Check, Attend link to complete the conference evaluation checklist.  You will be required to upload a copy of the completed checklist.

Please select the type of conference relevant to this application. * Required
Response required.

Academic Conference (Not Applicable)

This section is not applicable because of your response to question: "Please select the type of conference relevant to this application." on page 1

Please select from the following options. * Required
Response required.
Clear the selected value for Please select from the following options.
Does the conference offer a Virtual attendance/presentation option? * Required
Response required.
Note: If the conference does not meet all checklist criteria, you will be able to describe why this conference is important in the next question.
Attach a file: Select stored file

    Professional Conference (Not Applicable)

    This section is not applicable because of your response to question: "Please select the type of conference relevant to this application." on page 1

    Have you attended or been made aware of this conference previously and confident that the event is the optimum setting to showcase your work to a wider audience. * Required
    Response required.
    Does the conference have a website and are the organisers a reputable body? * Required
    Response required.
    Does the conference agenda, including speakers, and attendees, align with your goals and the strategic goals of the Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service? * Required
    Response required.
    Does the conference offer a Virtual attendance/presentation option? * Required
    Response required.
    Note: If the conference does not meet all checklist criteria, you will be able to describe why this conference is important in the next question.
    Word count:
    Word count:
    Must be no more than 500 words. 
    Attach a file: Select stored file

      Eligibility

      Please ensure you meet all of the eligibility criteria before proceeding with this application. * Required
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      Clear the selected value for Please ensure you meet all of the eligibility criteria before proceeding with this application.
      At least 6 choices must be selected. 

      Templates and Links

      Please download the relevant templates for completion and upload to your application form.

      Please Note: The SERTA Committee gathers on the third Wednesday of each month to approve funding requests.  Applications must be submitted two weeks prior for consideration at the meeting.  Retrospective applications will not be considered.

      Enquiries: GCSERTA@health.qld.gov.au or 5687 0663