Ongoing Education

Patient Safety Workshop Series

ISMP Canada in collaboration with Accreditation Canada and the Canadian Patient Safety Institute (CPSI) will provide patient safety workshops over three consecutive days. The format will be:

Day 1 (hosted by Accreditation Canada): Day 2 (hosted by ISMP Canada):
Improving Patient Safety through Accreditation Setting the Stage for Quality Medication

Am�liorer la s�crit� des patients au moyen de l'agr�ment Management Systems
Pr�parer le terrain pour des syst�mes de qualit� en

                                                                                                       gestion de m�dicaments
Day 3 (hosted by CPSI):
Recognizing, Responding to and Reducing Harm in Healthcare
Reconna�tre, r�agir et diminuer les incidents dans les soins de sant�

Spring dates and locations:                                                          Fall dates and locations:
     June 8-10, 2011       Edmonton, AB (English)                               Sep 28-30, 2011    Quebec City, QC (en fran�ais)
     June 14-16, 2011     Montr�al, QC (en fran�ais)                            Oct 26-28, 2011     Halifax, NS.(English)
     June 21-23, 2011     Toronto, ON (English)                                   Nov 8-10, 2011       Ottawa, ON (English)
                                                                                                     Nov 23-25, 2011     Vancouver, BC (English)
Registration is open at http://www.accreditation-canada.ca/shopCatalogue.aspx

English pamphlet French pamphlet

2011 Supportive Pathways - Train the Trainer Session

The title "Supportive Pathways" was chosen as each resident and their family will need ongoing "support". Each resident has a unique journey through the disease process, which results in differing "pathways" of care. This program strives to ensure skilled staff and a partnership with families to provide the resident with the highest quality of life possible. More information on the Train the Trainer Sessions in Calgary & Edmonton from June 2011 to October 2011.

Grande Prairie Regional College - Older Adult Fitness and Wellness DiplomaA

An exciting new program has been launched! As the populations ages and as the Baby Boomer generation hits 50+ in massive numbers, we realize that each and every person deserves a change to be healthy and happy, living each day to its peak. There is no doubt that moving and being physically and mentally active is the best way to prevent some of the conditions that we all want to avoid (Type II diabetes, obesity, and heart conditions, for example). Our new diploma program educates students in properly assisting older adults (50+) to be healthfully active, no matter what their capabilities and interests are at any given time. More Information

Web-Base In-Service Education

Have you considered web-based education in-services for your organization? The Brenda Strafford Foundation has developed a web-based program which may suit your needs...

The Brenda Strafford Foundation is pleased to introduce our Web-Based In-service Education Modules to help you with your organization�s compulsory in-service training and tracking.

We have recently made our web-based in-services accessible to some of our neighbouring Long Term Care facilities in Calgary who have received the product favourably. At the request of and in partnership with Wing Kei, a Chinese Long Term Care in Calgary, we looked into customizing the in-services for content as well as presenting the content in languages other than English.

We have included a pamphlet providing more information.

If your organization is interested, we would be happy to provide an on-line demonstration of the product at your convenience. Please visit http://www.inservices.ca to access our in-services demontration site. If you require further information, please fill out the feedback form on the website.

Dementia Care

Earn a certificate in Dementia Care from home! Our program is online. Whether you're a caregiver in a health care setting or family environment, you will benefit from this dynamic program. You will be guided through an in-depth exploration of dementia and the scope of care required. Units include: "Preparing to be a Guide", "The Journey Begins", "Fuel for the Journey", Uncharted Territory", "Safety First", "Journey's End".

Call Arlene Wolkowycki, Instrutor at NorQuest College for more information - 780-644-6361 or email: dementia.program@norquest.ca

Hope Studies

NorQuest College Hope Studies offers real skills and strategies for staying personally hopeful and for dealing with feelings of hopelessness. Studies have shown how hope positively influences every aspect of our lives. This 3 part series is offered in a variety of time frames.

For more information please call Gail Burns, Instructor at NorQuest College - 780-644-6350 or email: hope.studies@norquest.ca

Understanding Pain & Dementia Online Workshop & Toolkit

In the same way that leaves obscure what is underneath the surface, it is difficult to determine the depth of pain experienced by someone with dementia. This is an online workshop for family members of persons with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias.

For more information: www.painanddementia.ualberta.ca/

Assisting with Medication Delivery (ASMD)

As Health Care Aides (HCAs) are key in providig clients with quality care, the expanding role of the HCA now includes assisting with medication delivery. Additional skills and knowledge are needed to ensure medication safety. NorQuest college has responded to this need by offering ASMD. HCAs will be prepared to safely and effectively assist with medications under the supervision of a health care professional. This course will provide participants with the confidence needed to respond and succeed in their expanding roles as HCAs.

For more information email: ASMD@norquest.ca

Eldercare Academy

NorQuest College and the Seniors Association of Greater Edmonton have partnered in the offering of an educational series for people who are caring for seniors. Courses include aging, nutrition, safety and wound care.

For more information: www.norquest.ca/eldercare

Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR)

The HCA PLAR process is for individuals currently employed as nursing attendants or personal support workers who believe they have the skills and knowledge to meet the standards for a Health Care Aide certificate. Students will need to do a self-assessment in English prior to PLAR challenge.

Call NorQuest College for more information: 780-644-6369 or email: nicki.fjellstrom@norquest.ca