Professional Development 2025: An overview of the RUCK Academy’s top events
The new year is here – the perfect time to take control of your professional development. With the wide range of events and courses offered by the RUCK Academy, we are once again providing a comprehensive training and development programme in 2025, tailored specifically to the needs of professionals in podiatry, chiropody and beauty therapy. Plan your training year now and secure the best places!
New impetus for your career
From tried-and-tested classics to exciting new developments – the RUCK Academy’s training programme covers all relevant subject areas. From basic knowledge and specialist techniques such as nail correction or lymphatic drainage to the care of high-risk patients and modern hygiene management – with us, you’ll find the right training for your professional success!
In addition to face-to-face courses, the RUCK Academy offers a wide range of online courses and webinars that you can complete from the comfort of your own home. Brand new: our instructional videos, which impart practical specialist knowledge. They are available at any time and can be watched as often as you like – and are even free for RUCKplus members.
Why book early?
Many of our courses fill up quickly – so make sure you book your place in good time and enjoy the peace of mind that comes with being able to plan ahead. Our tip: As a RUCKplus member, you can also look forward to a 10 per cent discount on your booking.
We would particularly like to invite you to our Academy Highlights 2025. At these events, each focused on a specific specialist area, you can deepen your knowledge, exchange ideas with industry colleagues and experts, and make new contacts. Our evening events at GENUSS KULTUR Black Forest provide the ideal setting for networking – with good food and a relaxed atmosphere.
Academy Highlights 2025
NEW: Podiaderm Symposium – Expert knowledge on feet and skin
Date: 10–11 April 2025
Continuing professional development credits: 14
The Podiaderm Symposium is the meeting place for anyone interested in the dermatological aspects of podiatry. Leading experts will present the latest scientific findings and tried-and-tested methods for managing skin conditions and skin care, with a particular focus on the feet. Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your dermatological knowledge and gain fresh insights for your practice!
From the programme:
- Dermatological case studies: Practical experience and approaches to fungal skin infections
- Microbiological aspects of fungal infections and their significance in podiatry
- Psychological factors in chronic skin conditions
NEW: Hygiene Conference – Safety for Your Practice
Date: 22–23 May 2025
Continuing professional development credits: 12
Hygiene is essential – especially in a medical setting. The Hygiene Congress provides you with all the key information on current legal requirements, new hygiene standards and practical solutions. Build trust with your patients and ensure the quality of your work through sound knowledge of hygiene.
From the contents:
- Implementation of statutory hygiene requirements in podiatry practice
- Validation and routine testing – what, when, how?
- Hygiene in outpatient foot care
Nail Correction Conference: Brace techniques for resolving nail problems
Date: 25–26 September 2025
CPD points: 12
Whether it’s ingrown nails, nail deformities or other nail problems – the Nail Correction Congress focuses entirely on the latest treatment methods. Practical presentations make this event essential for anyone working in nail correction. Learn from leading experts in the field and bring your knowledge up to date. Expand your range of treatments and gain a decisive knowledge advantage for your practice!
Diabetes Forum: Interdisciplinary exchange on all aspects of diabetes
Date: 13–14 November 2025
Continuing professional development credits: 12
The Diabetes Forum is the ideal meeting place for podiatrists and healthcare professionals involved in the treatment and prevention of diabetic foot complications. Alongside high-calibre presentations on current studies and innovative therapeutic approaches, the focus is on interdisciplinary exchange. Take this opportunity to gain comprehensive insights into the challenges and solutions in the care of diabetes patients!
Start planning your year of further training now!
Those who continuously invest in their knowledge and skills not only stay up to date, but also lay the foundations for long-term success. The full 2025 course programme is now available online. Be inspired and put together your own personalised professional development programme for the year!
We look forward to welcoming you!
