--- title: ESSKA Academy | Free Education for Orthopaedic Professionals description: "ESSKA Academy delivers 2,000+ hours of free education to members — webinars, surgical videos, courses, fellowships, certification, and the \"All about\" book series. Built for every stage of your career." --- ESSKA Academy # Your Education. Your Career. Your ESSKA. Free for all ESSKA members. Over 2,000 hours of specialised education — webinars, surgical videos, courses, and certification — delivered by Europe's leading orthopaedic surgeons and scientists. [ Access the Academy ](https://www.esska.org/page/ESSKAAcademy) [ Join ESSKA → ](https://esska.crmdemo.pro/membership?hsLang=en) ![ESSKA Academy — world-class orthopaedic education](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7) 2,000 + Hours of Content 100 % Free for All Members 5 Specialist Sections €150k + In Annual Fellowships 💻 ### Live & On-Demand Webinars Regular live webinars from ESSKA's five sections, with full on-demand replay. Topics range from ACL surgery updates to hip arthroscopy breakthroughs. 🎬 ### Surgical Videos Step-by-step surgical technique videos from senior ESSKA faculty — covering every joint, every approach, and every level of complexity. 📖 ### "All About" Book Series ESSKA's own surgical reference books, available digitally to members. Covers key procedures across AFAS, EHPA, EKA, ESA, and ESMA. 🏫 ### Hands-On Courses Practical training at ESSKA accredited teaching centres across Europe. Cadaveric workshops, simulation labs, and live surgery observation. 🤝 ### Mentorship Programme Structured mentorship matching residents and early-career surgeons with ESSKA senior faculty. Career guidance, surgical advice, and professional development. 📋 ### Consensus Documents ESSKA's evidence-based consensus guidelines on key clinical topics — from meniscus treatment to cartilage repair — updated regularly by expert panels. ![ESSKA European Certification Programme](https://placehold.co/600x450/0d2b6e/ffffff.png?text=ESSKA+Certification) For Full Members & Residents ## European Certification Programme. The ESSKA European Certification Programme is the gold standard for demonstrating surgical competency in orthopaedic sports medicine and arthroscopy across Europe. The programme is structured around: - **Educational requirements** — verified attendance at approved courses and congresses - **Logbook submission** — documented surgical case volume and complexity - **Written examination** — tested against ESSKA consensus knowledge - **Oral examination** — conducted by senior ESSKA faculty Certification is recognised by national orthopaedic societies across Europe and signals a commitment to evidence-based, peer-reviewed practice. [ Learn About Certification ](https://www.esska.org/page/ESSKAAcademy) [ Join as Full Member → ](https://esska.crmdemo.pro/membership?hsLang=en) ![ESSKA Fellowships and Research Grants](https://placehold.co/600x450/f8f9fa/0d2b6e.png?text=Fellowships+%26+Grants) Over €150,000 Awarded Annually ## Fellowships & Research Grants. ESSKA invests over €150,000 each year in the next generation of orthopaedic surgeons and scientists through competitive fellowships and research grants. - **ESSKA-AFAS Pau Golanó Research Fellowship** — dedicated to ankle and foot surgery research - **ESSKA Travel Grants** — supporting members to attend and present at international meetings - **Section Fellowships** — each ESSKA section (AFAS, EHPA, EKA, ESA, ESMA) offers dedicated clinical and research fellowships - **Teaching Centre Placements** — funded visits to ESSKA accredited teaching centres across Europe All fellowships are open to Full Members and Residents / Fellows. Applications open annually — check the ESSKA website for current deadlines. [ View Current Fellowships ](https://www.esska.org/page/ESSKAAcademy) [ Become a Member → ](https://esska.crmdemo.pro/membership?hsLang=en) Upcoming EHPA Live Webinar ### Advanced Arthroscopic Techniques for the Hip Led by ESSKA-EHPA faculty. Covers femoroacetabular impingement, labral repair, and joint preservation — with case discussions and Q&A. [ Register Free → ](https://www.esska.org/page/ESSKAAcademy) On Demand EKA Webinar ### ACL Return to Sport: When Is the Athlete Really Ready? EKA panel discussion covering the latest evidence on ACL reconstruction rehabilitation timelines, testing protocols, and psychological readiness. [ Watch Now → ](https://www.esska.org/page/ESSKAAcademy) On Demand ESMA Webinar ### Concussion in Sport: Updated Management Guidelines 2024 ESMA sports medicine faculty present updated guidelines on concussion recognition, management, and return-to-play decisions for team physicians. [ Watch Now → ](https://www.esska.org/page/ESSKAAcademy) ESSKA Academy ## 2,000+ Hours of Education. Free With Membership. Every ESSKA membership tier includes free access to the Academy. Join today and start learning from Europe's best orthopaedic surgeons and scientists. 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