Evidence-based Practice for Improving Quality (EPIQ) Workshop

Training front-line teams in quality improvement methods

The workshops are available through the Canadian Neonatal Foundation (CNF). For more information, or to organize a future workshop, please contact the Canadian Neonatal Foundation, by emailing epiq@cnf-fnc.ca

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Course Overview

The EPIQ workshop uses a hands-on approach that enables teams to successfully implement quality improvement together. Each workshop incorporates a series of 10 steps that build a team's understanding of quality improvement using evidence-based tools and realistic improvement opportunities. The workshop's collaborative approach parallels the team-based nature of healthcare, giving groups the language, skills, and tools needed to carry out their first improvement project.

This course is developed by the Lifelong Learning office for more information. Visit their website

Who Should Attend

Family Physicians, Specialist Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, Other Healthcare Professionals, and Residents.

Course Objectives

At the end of this program, participants will be equipped to:

  • Work together as teams
  • Use quality improvement (QI) tools
  • Plan QI activities in their facilities and communities
  • Explain the EPIQ 10 steps and tools to new learners (if taking a train-the-trainer workshop)

In each 4-6 hour workshop you will learn:

  • Why improvement science is valuable in health care and everyday life
  • Gain expertise on the QI process and understand how to implement it in your context
  • Establish a stronger understanding of your opportunities for change
  • Break down implementation into achievable steps
  • Get a handle on the logistics: plans, team creation, measurement, and more

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Credits

This activity is an Accredited Self-Assessment Program (Section 3) as defined by the Maintenance of Certification Program of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, and approved by the University of Calgary Office of Continuing Medical Education and Professional Development. You may claim a maximum of 6 hours (credits are automatically calculated). Visit MAINPORT to record your learning and outcomes. 

This 2-credit per-hour Group Learning program has been certified by the College of Family Physicians of Canada for up to 12 Mainpro+ credits.