Surgical First Assist in Obstetrics

Learn more and register:

March 8-9: Vancouver, BC | Sat 8am-5pm & Sun 8am-2pm

May 3-4: Victoria, BC | Sat 8am-5pm & Sun 8am-2pm

 

  • Overview

    This course was developed to provide training in a Canadian context for entry level skills for the surgical assist with a focus on obstetrics. It is appropriate for Family Physicians, Midwives, Physician Assistants and Residents. 

    Before registering, please confirm:

    • There is support for you to complete your clinical practicum in the surgical first assistant role (we can assist you to have this conversation).
    • There is support for you to integrate surgical first assist skills in your work setting.

     

    Once registered, specific details about the course and the pre-workshop module will be shared via email.  Please review the course overview below to learn more about the three main components of the course: 

    Part 1: Pre-workshop Online Modules 

    Online readings and activities are completed independently prior to attendance at the in-person workshop. The learning activities are organized within 7 modules and a Final multiple choice exam. Time to complete these modules and the exam is estimated at 15-18 hours. The ONLINE exam must be completed and passed prior to attending the workshop.

    Part 2: In Person Workshop 

    The 2-day workshop will be completed by all participants. Our interprofessional faculty will review core content and will facilitate hands-on skills development in workshops to help you be ready for your entry into the OR as a surgical assist learner.

    Part 3: Practical Placement 

    A clinical practicum follows completion of Part 1 and 2. The time to complete the practicum is variable. Surgical Preceptors will be community-based members of the Depts. of Surgery or Obstetrics/ Gynecology in good standing with their regulatory agencies and hospital boards. Participants will be supported to develop competency in the role of surgical assistant in obstetrics under the direct supervision of surgical faculty. At the end of the practicum the surgical preceptor completes the Surgical Assist Competency Checklist and forwards this to the Course lead.  

    Participants are responsible to follow up with their regulator regarding advanced practice certification and amendments to their hospital credentials post training. 

  • Cost

    $1,390 CAD + GST: Registration includes online module access & exam, in-person workshop, breakfast, lunch and breaks.

     

    Cancellation Policy: No refunds or transfers, unless you cancel in writing to @email five (5) business days prior to the first day of the workshop for a fee of $25