This program provides pharmacists, registered nurses, and nurse practitioners with
the knowledge and skills to effectively and safely manage oral anticoagulation therapy
under a medical directive.
Online modules
The online component is delivered through Waterloo's online learning management system,
LEARN. The goal of this component is for participants to gain a thorough understanding
of the information required to effectively manage warfarin therapy under a medical
directive. This online learning module is comprised of required readings, a practice
clinical scenarios assignment, an online test, and a short reflective survey.
High speed internet access is required. Before registering, you should check your computer system to make sure it meets the minimum requirements.
Note: To increase the security and protection of your University of Waterloo account you
will be required to enrol in the University's Two Factor Authentication service (2FA)
to gain access to our online learning management system - LEARN. https://uwaterloo.ca/two-factor-authentication/.
In-clinic simulations
After completing the self-paced learning section, participants will complete simulated
patient interactions, which provide the learner with practice interacting with patients
to properly assess and manage warfarin therapy. These interactions will provide learners
with the opportunity to apply their knowledge to common clinical scenarios encountered
in an anticoagulation practice. By the end of this module, participants will be confident
and competent to make warfarin-dosing decisions.
You will be evaluated in three manners:
- Responses to the case studies assigned in the online module.
- Performance on a test to be completed after finishing the online module.
- Performance in the clinic simulations.
This program is accredited for a maximum of 25 CEUs (1 CEU/hour) by Continuing Pharmacy Education, College of Pharmacy, Dalhousie University
(expires February 22, 2024).
Receive a certificate from the University of Waterloo
Upon successful completion of this program, you will receive a professional education
certificate from the University of Waterloo.