The Strong Central West 2020 Conference will be the first professional and personal development conference of its kind for the region, according to the college.

It will be presented by Scots All Saints College and APPLI (Applied Positive Psychology Learning Institute).

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APPLI CEO Dr Paula Robinson, who is also an author and speaker, said it is important to build positive habits in all aspects of life.

"We believe the Central West thrives when our community members are at their best," she said.

"That is why Strong Central West 2020 brings together local schools, workplaces, families, senior citizens, community members and government to discover how we can thrive across all facets of work and life.

"Across three streams of education, community and business, this personal and professional development opportunity is for the whole community with world-renowned experts in the field of wellbeing, resilience, positive psychology and mental fitness coming to Bathurst and bringing their 'how-to' approaches."

Speakers at the conference will include Professor Jane Burns, chair of the Centre for Mental Health at Swinburne University; and Professor Toni Noble, a former teacher, educational psychologist and co-author of the award-winning Bounce Back programs, which help teachers and schools promote positive mental health.

"This conference aims to equip all attendees with the knowledge and practical 'how-to' tips to build agile self-starters, who can problem-solve and persevere, confident in their own ability to lead a meaningful and fulfilling life," Scots All Saints College head John Weeks said.

Organisers are seeking the involvement of organisations and individuals in the region that may benefit from partnering with experts and sharing their experiences in wellbeing and resilience as regional case studies and sponsors.

Applications close on March 10, 2020 at appli.edu.au/strongcw2020

The conference will be held on April 30 and May 1 at the Scots Campus on O'Connell Road.