As part of the Northern Ontario Health Human Resources Strategy, Ontario Health North East & North West have partnered with the Ministry of Health and the Michener Institute of Education at University Health Network (UHN) to provide funded spots for sponsored nurses working at northern Ontario hospitals in their Critical and Acute Care Nursing Programs.

The Critical Care Nursing Certificate Program will provide learners with the advanced knowledge, specialized skills and abilities to practice competently and safely within a critical care environment. The innovative design integrates the clinical experience throughout 11 weeks of synchronous and asynchronous virtual learning, allowing students to integrate new knowledge into their critical care practice on an ongoing basis.

Read More: Critical Care (level 3) Nursing Program Overview

The Acute Care Nursing Certificate Program will provide learners with the advanced knowledge, specialized skills, and abilities to practice competently and safely within an acute care environment. The innovative design integrates the clinical experience throughout 8 weeks of synchronous and asynchronous virtual learning, allowing students to integrate new knowledge into their acute care practice on an ongoing basis.

Read More: Acute Care (level 3) Nursing Program Overview

Hospitals can connect with the program manager (Michelle Morgan) at mmorgan@michener.ca to enroll RN learners.

Ontario Health introduced the ED Nursing Education, Retention, and Workforce Program in August 2023 with an initial focus on increasing access to Virtual Training Modules (instructor-led courses delivered virtually) and Specialty Training Fund (ED nurse certificate programs and specialty education/training). This Program, including the Virtual Training Modules, is now available to all EDs in Ontario.

Ontario Health is offering on-going health equity learning opportunities.

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This presentation is designed to explore the crucial role of social-emotional development in children facing serious medical challenges. The session will cover strategies and best practices for caregivers, educators, and healthcare professionals to support these children in their emotional and social growth. Presented by Dr. Dr. Rob Meeder, an expert in pediatric care and emotional development, this webinar will provide valuable insights into fostering resilience and well-being in children with long-term health conditions.

This education is developed by the Children's Hospital at London Health Sciences Centre.  The Continued Medical Education committee comprises of paediatric staff specialists, academic paediatricians, family physicians, nurse educators, and community paediatricians (regional partners). As part of the Paediatrics Continuing Medical Education, they offer the Pediatric Regional Outpatient Program (PROP) which includes Case-Based Lecture Series. To participate individuals must sign up free of charge, and create an individual login. They are also able to facilitate simulation and point of care workshops as arranged via your departmental leads.

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Website used by many tertiary centers. Best known for their DKA algorithm. Has many pertinent pediatric ‘bottom line recommendation’ references on common pediatric illnesses, other up to date algorithms on pertinent pediatric illnesses. There is also a phone app for quick reference.

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Live and recorded educational webinars in relation to the current pediatric surge. Connected Care offers a library of self-directed education and practice resources and access to recorded webinars. This is an excellent resource and SickKids is encouraging community hospitals to share this education.

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E-learning educational modules recommended by SickKids and CHEO. Learners must create a login to track progression. Once access is granted, navigate to the critical care platform and enroll in the desired courses. No cost.

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