Professional Training and Education
Recent statistics demonstrate the rising prevalence of mental health disorders in Canada. The proportion of Canadians aged 15 years and older with a generalized anxiety disorder doubled. Additionally, over 5 million Canadians (18%) aged 15 and older met the diagnostic criteria for a mood, anxiety, or substance use disorder.* These alarming stats underscore the critical importance of continuous professional training and education to better serve our communities’ growing mental health needs.
Why continuous training and education matters
Staying current with the latest evidence-based practices is crucial for delivering effective mental health care. Continuous training and education offer several key benefits:
- Enhancing professional competence.
- Adapting to ever evolving needs.
- Ethical responsibility to provide the highest standard of care.
- Fosters connection and collaboration.
- Promotes awareness and reduces stigma surrounding mental health.
By investing in your continuous learning, you not only enhance your own competence but also contribute significantly to the well-being of the communities you serve.
Recognizing the vital role of ongoing professional development in mental health care, we are committed to supporting your growth journey and are proud to offer an extensive (and growing) lineup of professional development opportunities for Spring, Summer, and Fall 2025.
Diverse training opportunities
Our comprehensive training programs cover a wide range of essential topics, offering flexible virtual learning and on-demand options:
- Creative interventions to build emotional regulation and social skills
- Certificate in trauma counselling
- ADHD in children and adolescents
- Certificate in dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT) for eating disorders
- Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) for health anxiety
- Integrating trauma-informed approaches into addiction treatment
- Certificate in cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) level 1: Foundational CBT training
- Motivational interviewing and harm reduction with youth
- Working with parental self-blame using cognitive and emotion-focused techniques
- Behavioural treatment of child anxiety disorders
- Self-harm in teenagers: The spectrum from nonsuicidal self-injury to suicidality
Plus many more evidence-based trainings designed to enhance your clinical skills and knowledge.
Invest in your professional growth and improved client outcomes
By participating in our flexible training programs, you will not only develop your capabilities but also contribute to better outcomes for your clients. Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your clinical toolkit and make a significant impact in your community.
Registration for Spring, Summer, and Fall 2025 programs is now open – Secure your spot today and be part of the solution to Canada’s growing mental health challenges.
* Statistic from Statistics Canada – Study: Mental disorders and access to mental health care.
