Professional Education
Welcome to Obesity Canada, education hub, your primary source for cutting-edge, up-to-date education and training on obesity management and prevention. Our wide array of training programs endeavors to enhance your comprehension of the intricacies, difficulties, and strategies within the multifaceted realm of obesity. We’ve developed a learning pathway that meets you where you are in your learning journey. Each training available on our platform is thoughtfully curated and consistently updated to incorporate the latest scientific research and best practices rooted in the Canadian Clinical Practice Guidelines. We’re constantly building upon this pathway, ensuring that you have access to the latest and most effective education.
Introduction courses
Embark on your journey in obesity management with Obesity Canada’s introductory education courses tailored specifically for healthcare professionals who are at the early stages of their training.
Intermediate courses
Our intermediate courses provide a comprehensive and nuanced understanding of obesity management, empowering you to deliver optimal care to individuals affected by obesity.
Advanced courses
The Calibre course is designed to enhance and upgrade the knowledge of healthcare professionals in obesity management. Find out more
Expert courses
The Advanced Obesity Counselling Certification, formerly the Diploma in Counselling in Obesity Management, is designed to enhance the knowledge of healthcare professionals in obesity counselling. Find out more
Formal designation courses
The Certified Bariatric Educator (CBE®) designation is an in-depth, evidence-based examination, aligned with the Canadian Adult Obesity Clinical Practice Guidelines. Find out more
Not a healthcare professional? These courses are designed for you!
At Obesity Canada, we recognize that understanding and addressing obesity goes beyond the healthcare setting. Whether you’re a community leader, educator, business owner, or simply someone looking to learn more, our courses are tailored to provide practical, evidence-based information on obesity. These courses are suitable for anyone who wants to make informed decisions, challenge misconceptions, and support those living with obesity in their everyday environments.
With a focus on respectful, inclusive approaches, you’ll gain valuable insights and tools to promote healthier, more supportive communities for all. Our online courses are self-paced, engaging, and designed to meet the needs of a diverse audience, no prior medical knowledge required.
Micro Learning
We are thrilled to present the Obesity Canada Expert Webinar Series, an initiative that brings together a community of passionate obesity experts dedicated to advancing knowledge and insights in the field.
Obesity Canada Education Recognition Program
Are you involved in delivering educational programs on overweight and/or obesity and its intersecting conditions to healthcare professionals, employers, insurers, policy makers, or the public?
The Obesity Canada Education Recognition Program (OC ERP) is a distinction that provides formal acknowledgment. This recognition is a mark of gold standard education that is creditable and demonstrates that the education meets Obesity Canada’s rigorous standards for scientific objectivity, quality, and relevance.