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Western Health Sciences

 

The ability to retrieve, critically appraise and integrate the research evidence into advanced healthcare practice is essential to clinical outcomes. In this online course, you will develop the skills to conduct a literature search using various databases, evaluate different types of research and integrate and apply evidence informed approaches to clinical decision making. Participants will complete nine online modules, which will consist of recorded lectures, required course readings and various learning activities including self-assessment, online quizzes, asynchronous learning activities, discussion board forums and synchronous sessions. Participants will work in groups to critically appraise various research articles using the PICOT framework and critical appraisal tools. The final assignment will require participants to write and present a case report demonstrating the application of the five steps of evidence informed practice developed throughout the course (Ask, Acquire, Appraise, Apply, Assess).

This course is relevant to clinicians and educators and is a mandatory requirement for all physical therapists in the Advanced Integrated Musculoskeletal (AIM) Education System delivered through the Orthopaedic Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association (CPA). Individuals with a post professional Masters of Science, Clinical Masters or PhD and have completed a critical appraisal and research methodology course can be exempt. This does not apply to a MPT designation.

Course participants should expect to devote approximately 8 – 10 hours per week to this course and be prepared to work in groups and to attend synchronous sessions with Guest Lecturers and actively participate in discussion forums.

What You Will Learn

By the end of this course the student will be able to: 

  • Demonstrate an understanding of research evidence as applied to their manual therapy practice 
  • Search for, appraise, and apply research evidence to the practice of manual therapy
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the factors that influence research use in their practice setting
  • Apply specific strategies to improve integration of research evidence in their practice
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Type
Online
Dates
Jan 06, 2025 to Apr 18, 2025
Schedule
Total Hours
45.0
Fee
Course Fee $1,100.00
Instructors
  • James Braithwaite
  • Dianne Bryant
  • Lenerdene Levesque

What to Expect

This is an interactive course; you will engage online with your class and instructor through our online learning management system. Plan to log into your course regularly throughout the week.

You can expect to spend approximately 8-10 hours of work per week for discussions, readings, assignments, exams/quizzes and other course requirements. Be prepared to work in groups, attend synchronous sessions with guest lecturers and actively participate in discussion forums.

Real-time Learning

There are seven live Zoom sessions scheduled for this course.

TBD (one hour during the first week of the course)
January 21 - 7:00pm - 8:30pm ET
February 13  - 6:30pm - 7:30pm ET
February 27 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm ET
March 13 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm ET
March 20 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm ET
March 27 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm ET

Completion Requirements

This is a graded course. Evaluation will be based on any combination of attendance in synchronous sessions, participation, exams/quizzes and assignments. Attendance in the live Zoom sessions is not mandatory but is recommended.

Textbook

No textbook required.

Required