Online Resources & Education (Free & Paid)

PSRH is pleased to provide access to these complimentary resources for Women’s, Reproductive, and Family Health. Please note that as we act solely as a facilitator for these materials, any specific questions, prices or technical access issues should be directed to the respective education providers.

Mercy Perinatal

A centre of excellence in clinical care, education, and research based at the Mercy Hospital for Women in Melbourne offers several free and paid educational pathways for midwives, obstetricians, general practitioners, and other maternity care providers.

🆓 Free Education & Seminars

  • “Fetal Medicine at Twilight” Series: Free Wednesday evening seminars held at the Mercy Hospital for Women (also accessible virtually) covering contemporary topics in maternal-fetal medicine (e.g., Fetal Hydrops at Twilight).

  • Free Online Learning Courses: Short online courses hosted on educational platforms (such as Praxhub) supported by Mercy Perinatal, including the Online Infections in Pregnancy Course (covering congenital CMV, syphilis, and current clinical guidelines).

💳 Paid Education, Conferences & Online Courses

Specialized Online Courses

Developed in partnership with The University of Melbourne, these online learning modules are designed for midwives and medical officers providing antenatal, intrapartum, and pre-pregnancy care:

Talking O&G

Talking O&G is the official podcast of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RANZCOG). Designed for RANZCOG members, trainees, specialists, and healthcare professionals across women’s health, the podcast delivers expert insights and evidence-based clinical discussions.

Overview

  • Focus Areas: Evidence-based discussions on clinical guidelines, maternal-fetal medicine, gynaecological surgery, contraception, perinatal care, and reproductive health.

  • Format: Available in both audio and video formats, released fortnightly.

  • CPD: Listening to or watching episodes can be logged for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours for eligible RANZCOG members.

Where to Listen & Watch

Centre for Perinatal Excellence (COPE)

Provides fee and free online educations in the area of Perinatal mental health. You can access this education via the COPE website. If you would like to embark on the FREE modules include:

For Expectant & New Parents

  • Ready to COPE Guide: A free, week-by-week email guide and mobile app providing timely information and emotional support throughout pregnancy and the first year of parenthood.

  • Self-Check Tools: Free self-assessment tools, including the DASS-21, PUQE (pregnancy nausea/vomiting check), and Birth Trauma Scale Self-Checks.

  • Perinatal Mental Health Fact Sheets & Information Hubs: Evidence-based information on pregnancy loss, birth trauma, perinatal anxiety, depression, and postnatal adjustment.

For Health Professionals

💳 Paid Resources & Accredited Training

For Health Professionals & Therapists

All prices are as of August 2026, please consult COPE for any changes

Global Library of Women’s Medicine (GLOWN)

The Global Library of Women’s Medicine (GLOWM) is a completely free-to-access, peer-reviewed educational platform dedicated to obstetrics, gynecology, and women’s reproductive health. Its resources are split between clinical education for healthcare professionals and accessible health education for patients and community workers.

Key Educational Offerings

1. Core Textbooks & Clinical Literature

  • The Continuous Textbook of Women’s Medicine: 30 peer-reviewed, continuously updated volumes covering the full spectrum of obstetrics and gynecology.

  • Specialist Textbooks & Atlases: Fully downloadable medical textbooks and visual clinical atlases covering niche topics (e.g., gynecological endoscopy, fetal ultrasound, surgical management).

  • Legacy Library (450+ Chapters): An archive of foundational, peer-reviewed reference chapters covering all aspects of women’s medicine.

2. Practical Clinical Training & Video Library

  • Clinical Skills & Surgical Videos: Expertly guided step-by-step videos and surgical films demonstrating clinical maneuvers, ultrasound evaluations, and procedural skills.

  • Community Healthcare Guides: Animated step-by-step guides designed for training community healthcare workers and birth attendants in resource-limited settings.

3. Professional Development & Continuing Education

  • CPD/CME Modules: Online study assessments attached to textbook chapters that provide certificates of completion and Continuing Professional Development credits upon passing.

  • Midwives’ Resources: Practical Companions to Management—concise reference memory aids designed for quick clinical guidance in labor and maternity wards—alongside dedicated midwives’ tutorials.

  • Lectures, Podcasts & Webinars: Audio chapters, expert interviews, and video webinars addressing current clinical updates and guidelines.

4. Patient & Community Education

  • Welfare of Women (WoW) Program: Short, animated educational videos in multiple languages paired with easy-to-read guides to help women understand reproductive health topics (e.g., contraception, HRT/menopause, breast cancer awareness, maternal nutrition).

  • Safer Motherhood App & Focused Health Initiatives: Specialized educational hubs on global health topics such as Rh disease prevention, periconceptional nutrition, and emergency care.

St Vincent’s Pacific Health Fund

The St Vincent’s Pacific Health Fund (administered through St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne) is a philanthropic initiative designed to build healthcare capacity, support medical education, and strengthen local health systems across nations in the Pacific Region.

Core Areas of Support & Funding

1. Project Grants

The fund provides targeted grants (typically around $10,000 AUD) to support practical clinical, education, and health system initiatives, including:

  • Medical Equipment & Supplies: Funding essential equipment for local emergency departments, wards, and health clinics (e.g., portable ultrasound probes, monitoring tools).

  • In-Country Clinical & Skills Training: Sponsoring specialized courses for local doctors, nurses, and midwives—such as Primary Trauma Care (PTC), Advanced Life Support (ALS), and Safe Surgery training in countries like PNG, Samoa, Fiji, and Solomon Islands.

  • Specialized Health Services: Assisting local programs in trauma support, mental health initiatives, emergency medicine, and telehealth setups (e.g., supporting Family Support Centres handling crisis management).

2. Clinical Exchanges & Fellowships

  • Personnel Exchanges & Observerships: Funding short-term look-and-learn attachments, clinical observerships, and exchange placements for Pacific healthcare professionals to gain specialized training alongside clinical teams at St Vincent’s Hospital in Melbourne.

3. Scholarships

  • The Andrew Dent Scholarship: Offered annually to medical, nursing, and health-sector students undertaking electives, research, or study placements dedicated to aiding health outcomes and supporting local communities in the Pacific Region.

Geographic Reach

Supported projects span across the Pacific Islands and broader Oceania region, with recent initiatives in Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Fiji, Solomon Islands, Vanuatu, New Caledonia, and neighboring island communities.