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Where can Internationally Educated Health Professionals get help with non-clinical skills?

As part of a successful integration into the Canadian healthcare workforce, Internationally Educated Health Professionals (IEHPs) must learn about all areas of practice. An important part of that training includes learning about the non-clinical skills needed to support the evolving needs of Canadian patients.

The SPU Online Program- Fostering Canadian Integration for IEHPs: From Learning to Action offered through N4, helps IEHPs overcome the challenges of integrating into the Canadian healthcare system.

This 12-week comprehensive program will help you understand Canada’s multiculturalism and culture. It focuses on building skills and knowledge as you adapt to the healthcare field. You’ll develop important non-clinical skills and gain insight into your personal and professional identity. The program also creates a supportive learning community through personal growth activities and reflection.

The online program is divided into six, two-week modules, blending online synchronous and asynchronous learning methods. Each module consists of:

live webinars
pre-recorded videos
articles
online resources
discussion forums
reflection questions
recommended practices

The modules will cover:

Resilience, Trauma and Inclusion - the immigration experience and trauma, and the ecologies of Resilience
Know Yourself - mapping your journey, self-reflection, and establishing personal learning goals
Understanding Canada’s Mosaic - Canada Multiculturalism and Diversity, and the Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island
Engaging in the Canadian Health System - the history of healthcare in Canada, interpersonal communication and collaboration.
Social Justice and Ethics - values, social justice, and ethical decision-making.
Integration - from learning to action, and leadership Skills

The Fostering Canadian Integration for IEHPs: From Learning to Action online program is a free program offered in both languages, English and French, and the structure includes:

Duration: 12 weeks
Engagement: 2-4 hours per week
Modules: 6 modules, each with 1-hour live webinars (recordings available) and a series of pre-recorded videos, readings, and practices.
Online Discussion Groups: Up to 10 people with volunteer peer mentoring.
Live Sessions: 6 “Ask Me Anything” live sessions with instructors.
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Live Sessions (Recorded for Watching Anytime, Anywhere)

Who can attend this online program?

This program is designed for internationally educated physicians and nurses who want to obtain foreign credentials and licenses or for those already holding Canadian credentials who want to thrive in the Canadian healthcare system. Candidates must have a Canadian address and reside in any Canadian province or territory except Quebec.

Upon completion, you will obtain a Certificate of Attendance. There are limited spots available, so sign up as soon as you see the desired dates for the cohort that best works for you.

To register for this program fill out this program form once you check the cohort dates and language of interest on the SPU Online Progam page.

Presented by: The National Newcomer Navigation Network (N4)

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