Learn how you can improve health outcomes for the one in five Canadians with chronic pain by taking one of our evidence-based education programs. Our wide range of continuing education opportunities are based on a laddered strategy that aims to increase chronic pain capacity among health care providers of all disciplines.
EXPLORE
Pain science and how it relates to your practice
UPGRADE
Your profession-specific skills
GAIN
Improved competence in providing care for pain
This online workshop is intended for occupational therapists, OT students, OT assistants and kinesiologists who wish to gain knowledge and competence in using effective, evidence-based interventions in chronic pain management.
This practical, compact course allows learners to develop clinically relevant approaches to chronic pain management and develop a strong grounding in pain science.
12-15 hours
This course helps physiotherapists, occupational therapists and other movement professionals gain knowledge and skills to lead therapeutic classes for people with pain.
10 hours, self-paced
Gain improved competence in providing complex pain care and connect with a community of health professionals through free monthly virtual learning and mentorship sessions led by an interdisciplinary team of pain specialists and other community health care providers.
2 hours, monthly
This practical, compact course allows physicians and nurse practitioners to develop clinically relevant approaches to chronic pain management.
12-15 hours
This program supports health care professionals to improve their understanding and skills in chronic pain management and opioid prescribing.
April 25 - June 14, 2023
All Pain BC education programs are developed in consultation with clinical experts and people living with pain.
Pain BC is a national and international leader in chronic pain education.
As registered charity, we can offer our high-quality courses at low cost and with minimal impact on your time away from your practice or your family.