Registration open: Knowledge Translation Professional Certificate
Registration is now open the Knowledge Translation Professional Certificate (KTPC) October 21-25, 2019, presented by the Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) and the University of Toronto.
For more information download the brochure and to apply download the application form.
About the KTPC
KTPC is a five-day continuing education initiative for knowledge translation (KT) professionals (e.g. knowledge brokers, KT specialists, KT managers). The curriculum focuses on the key competencies of KT work, as identified by a survey of KT practitioners. The course includes a balance of theory and practical application.
WHY KTPC?
• KTPC is fully accredited by the Continuing Professional Development Office at The University of Toronto’s Faculty of Medicine. Successful completion of the course awards participants a Certificate of Completion from the University of Toronto and The Hospital for Sick Children.
• KTPC was recognized by Accreditation Canada as a Leading Practice.
• Each session of KTPC is rigorously evaluated to ensure learner success and tangible learning outcomes. Participants come away with a comprehensive KT Plan relevant to their work.
• KTPC includes 40 hours of contact time, including instruction, active learning, coaching and consultation with our expert faculty.
• Participants also have access to faculty support following the course and are encouraged to be active members of the KTPC Alumni interactive online community.
Please note: There is also a two-day KT workshop. If you have questions about which course might be a better fit for you please reach out to kelly.warmington@sickkids.ca.
Application process
The KTPC application form is attached. In order to be considered, please submit a completed application, including supervisor endorsement. The submission deadline is WEDNESDAY AUGUST 7th, 2019 11:59 pm. All applicants will be contacted regarding the status of their application by Wednesday August 21st. Payment in full is required within one week of notification of acceptance in order to secure a space in the course.
The course fee is $2500.00 CAD inclusive. This includes course materials and tools, access to our online collaborative platform, breakfasts, lunches and snacks, a networking dinner with participants and faculty, and your University of Toronto certificate.
Please submit completed applications to Kelly Warmington via e-mail at kelly.warmington@sickkids.ca. SUBJECT LINE: KTPC October 2019 Application.