Course curriculum

    1. Outcomes

    2. Compassion Satisfaction

    3. Resource - Professional Quality of Life Scale (ProQOL)

    1. Outcomes

    2. Compassion Fatigue

    3. Overview of anxiety

    1. Outcomes

    2. Burnout

    3. Preventing compassion fatigue and burnout

    1. Outcomes

    2. Secondary Traumatic Stress

    3. Moral Injuries

    1. Outcomes

    2. Strategies & Self Care

    3. Boundaries & Self Compassion

    4. Intrusive Thoughts & Coping

    5. Self care when facing stressful work

    6. Printable self-care workbook (optional resource)

About this course

  • $249.00
  • 24 lessons
  • This course is part of the Certificate in Community Paramedicine Care

Instructor

Stacey Fernandez

Senior instructor

Stacey Fernandes (Harris) is an Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Certified Therapist and a Consultant in Training (CIT). Stacey is a Registered Social Worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers and the Ontario Association of Social Workers. She earned her Bachelors of Social Work degree from the University of Windsor along with her Masters of Social Work. Stacey provides counselling and psychotherapy in Ontario providing more awareness and support for folks navigating their mental, emotional, social, physical and spiritual health. Stacey is passionate about teaching mindfulness perspectives, compassion techniques and encouraging self-reflection to tap into your innate authenticity, intuition and cherished values’ to create transformational changes. Stacey enjoys travelling and exploring different diverse cultures. The Himalayas in India and Costa Rica are two of her favourite places in the world. In India, Stacey attended mindfulness training learning different breathing exercises, meditations and visualizations. In Costa Rica, Stacey attended Clinical Hypnotherapy training in the Rain Forest and often incorporates metaphors, imagery. Stacey described hypnotherapy as a deep meditation practice that focuses on transforming anxiety and stress in your mind and body.

What’s included?

This comprehensive course allows you to learn at your own pace in micro-learning easy-to-digest lessons.

  • Textbooks & Resources

    All textbooks and resources are included in the program fee and are embedded directly in the courses meaning students can seamlessly access and download textbook readings on their mobile devices or computer. Resources are regularly reviewed to ensure up-to-date standards and research. *Textbooks are available in PDF and/or eBook format.

  • Engaged evaluations

    Students are evaluated through multiple-choice questions, reflection questions and a final capstone case-study assignment. Evaluations are designed not only to assess the student's knowledge but also promote research. Students will receive a certificate upon completion of this course which may be used in your continuing education portfolio for your regulatory body.

  • Flexible learning

    Courses are designed as micro-learning experiences allowing students to easily work through each module in short bursts. This method makes it easier for those with busy schedules to get the most out of their learning. Learning can take place on or off-duty to help alleviate any scheduling challenges. *Note mobile learning is coming in the spring/summer of 2023!

Course outcomes

Preparing highly-skilled health and wellness professionals for expanded knowledge in this specialized field.

  • Define compassion satisfaction

  • Identify the effect of shift work on physical and mental health

  • Choose strategies to promote positive physical and mental health

  • Understand the importance of addressing mental health concerns

  • Describe factors that contribute to stress

  • Recognize behaviours suggesting a negative response to stress

  • Choose appropriate techniques for managing personal stress

  • Differentiate between normal and detrimental reactions to anxiety and stress

FAQ

  • Who is this course for?

    This course is perfect for the skilled health and wellness professional as continuing education credits or professional development. Students will gain a foundational knowledge and feel confident expanding their knowledge in this field through further education. This course is a great addition to a staff orientation or continuing education program. Note: This course is a required course in the Certificate in Community Paramedicine Care program.

  • How long does it take to complete this course?

    Students may complete this course in as little as one month however you will have access to the course for one year.

  • How do I know I will be competent in the content after this course?

    Students receive formative (knowledge check points) and cumulative (final exams) evaluations in each course. Evaluations are based on the content provided in videos, interviews, research papers and required readings. Content is competency-based meaning each course addresses specific competencies necessary for the student to master. Instruction is provided using a range of resources and much of the content is reviewed or taught by healthcare experts in their respective fields for specific courses. We always recommend implementing a continuing education and review routine for yourself to ensure knowledge retention, patient safety and clinical competence and confidence.

  • What are the prerequisite for this program?

    There are no prerequisites for this program however prior health & wellness education is recommended in order to get the most out of this course.

  • I would like to register several of my staff for this course. Do you offer cohort pricing?

    We offer cohort pricing for some of our courses and programs. Please get in touch with us to discuss options!

  • I have more questions!

    And we've got answers! Feel free to get in touch with us by e-mail at [email protected]

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