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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.

Foundational

Designed for healthcare professionals in the early stages of their careers or those new to the field of obesity management. These courses provide foundational knowledge and skills necessary to understand and begin addressing obesity in clinical and community settings.

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Intermediate

Suitable for healthcare professionals who have a foundational level of obesity knowledge. These courses delve into the nuanced aspects of obesity management, exploring advanced management strategies and multi-disciplinary approaches.

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Advanced

Tailored for professionals who seek to specialize further or update their expertise in cutting-edge obesity management practices. These courses focus on specialized topics and advanced techniques that require prior knowledge and experience in obesity care.

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Expert

Designed for experienced professionals aiming to refine or expand their expertise in obesity management. These courses concentrate on specialized topics and sophisticated techniques, tailored for those with an established background in obesity management.

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Formal Designations

Elevate your professional standing and enhance your expertise in obesity management by obtaining a formal designation from Obesity Canada

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We are pleased to announce the launch of the Obesity Canada Mentorship Program. This program is designed to bridge the gap between the future generation of obesity medicine physicians and experts in the field. 

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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.

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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.

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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.