Frequently Asked Questions
MTAA Professional Development FAQs
Q1. What types of activities fall under the professional development program of MTAA?
There are a range of activities that can be attended. These included course modules, MedTech Seminars, Webytes, CEO Forums and industry special interest events. For some training events, pre-requisite modules or equivalent industry experience is recommended.
Q2. How do I register and pay to attend an activity?
All activities through the MTAA must be registered to and paid for via the online registration system. All course modules are available under Professional Development on the MTAA website.
Q3. Can I cancel my attendance if I am suddenly unable to attend?
Attendance at a professional development event may be cancelled up to 5 working days in advance. Attendees from the same organisation may be swapped up to 2 working days in advance if the MTAA is advised in writing. To make a cancellation or swap an attendee, you must contact reception by P: +612 9900 0650 and E: reception@mtaa.org.au.
No refunds are offered within 5 working days of the event. Please ensure that you always refer to the individual cancellation policy on the booking page prior to registering.
Q4. Are meals included?
Morning tea is provided for morning sessions run from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm. Afternoon sessions from 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm include afternoon tea. For a full day's training or where participants are attending a morning and afternoon session on the same day, morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea is provided.
Refreshments are provided 15 minutes before the commencement of the event. Special dietary requirements may be requested at the time of registration.
Q5. Do I receive proof of attendance at a course module?
For every module you complete a Certificate of Participation will be awarded (excluding 5.1). For the Operating Theatre Protocol modules, an MTAA photo ID card will be issued pending a successful assessment, where a digital passport photograph is provided via email to reception@mtaa.org.au by the due date.
Q6. How do I get to the training site?
Public transport is regularly available in each capital city. For assistance please contact reception on P: +612 9900 0560
Q7. Where can I stay near the venue?
It is the responsibility of each participant to coordinate their own accommodation requirements.
Brisbane
MTAA training is currently conducted at the Stamford Plaza pending venue availability. A range of hotels are available within close proximity to the venue. Please view the Brisbane Tourist Information site for a range of accommodation options.
Melbourne
MTAA training is currently conducted at the AI Group in Melbourne. A range of hotels are available within close proximity to the venue. Please view the Visit Melbourne site for a range of accommodation options.
Sydney
The closest hotel to the MTAA office is the Harbourview Hotel in North Sydney. A range of hotels are available within Sydney. Please view the Visit NSW site for a range of accommodation options.
Q8. What is required of me on the day?
Please arrive at the venue 15 minutes prior to the commencement time. If you are running late, please contact MTAA reception by P: +612 9900 0650.
Upon arrival, please ensure you sign in as a record of your attendance. This will ensure you receive a Certificate of Participation following the training.
Each participant is expected to participate in activities as outlined by the presenter. Participants are also required to complete a session feedback form before departing the event. This assists MTAA to ensure learner needs are being appropriately met.
Q9. What should I wear?
Please wear comfortable business attire with something warm that can be added in case air conditioning is cool on the day. If you are attending 3.5 Introduction to Operating Theatre Protocols, please wear comfortable shoes that are appropriate for entering the peri-operative environment. You will be required to change into peri-operative attire before entering the operating theatre.
