Learning Opportunities

Library Services provides all staff, physicians and researchers with education and supports to effectively discover and use health information. Through our education sessions, we keep you aware of new and relevant resources and teach you efficient and practical information skills that meet your evolving needs.

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Chronic Disease Management Teams (NZ) Professional Development Day In-Person

NOTE: Registration is restricted to members of Chronic Disease Management Teams in Northern Zone. An in-person day filled with presentations, networking and knowledge sharing. Presenter(s): To Be...  More
Date:
Wednesday, April 24, 2024
Time:
9:00am - 4:00pm
Location:
Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Northern
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration
Register! - 14 seats left

Find it Fast with Library Services Online

Please note: This event will use Microsoft Teams Get oriented with the supports and resources available to you through Library Services in this virtual tour. This session: Highlights key features...  More
Date:
Wednesday, April 24, 2024 Show more dates
Time:
10:00am - 10:45am
Location:
All Zones
Categories:
  Library Services     Orientation  
Registration Type:
Online Registration
Register! - 18 seats left

Developing Patient Education Pamphlets Online

Please note: This event will use Microsoft Teams Approximately half of all Nova Scotians experience some challenges understanding the health information and teaching provided to them. This session...  More
Date:
Wednesday, April 24, 2024 Show more dates
Time:
1:00pm - 1:45pm
Location:
All Zones
Categories:
  Library Services     Patient Pamphlets  
Registration Type:
Online Registration
Register! - 14 seats left

Health Literacy in Health Care Online

Please note: This event will use Microsoft Teams This session will explore how low health literacy can impact not only patients, but the entire health care system. You’ll learn about the current...  More
Date:
Tuesday, April 30, 2024 Show more dates
Time:
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Location:
All Zones
Categories:
  Library Services  
Registration Type:
Online Registration
Register! - 9 seats left

Patient Education Pamphlets for Administrative Professionals Online

Please note: This event will use Microsoft Teams Administrative professionals play a vital role in helping patients and their support persons get the information they need to navigate our health care...  More
Date:
Thursday, May 2, 2024 Show more dates
Time:
10:00am - 10:45am
Location:
All Zones
Categories:
  Library Services     Patient Pamphlets  
Registration Type:
Online Registration
Register! - 16 seats left

Copyright Focus: Creative Commons Licenses Online

Please note: This event will use Microsoft Teams Copyright Focus Series: In this series of three hands-on sessions, we’ll dive deeper into some commonly misunderstood copyright-related topics....  More
Date:
Tuesday, May 7, 2024 Show more dates
Time:
11:00am - 11:45am
Location:
All Zones
Categories:
  Copyright     Library Services  
Registration Type:
Online Registration
Register! - 19 seats left

Anatomy.TV Online

Please note: This event will use Microsoft Teams The human anatomy is complex. The static 2D models found in books can only get you so far. Anatomy.TV provides a moveable 3D model of the human body...  More
Date:
Thursday, May 9, 2024 Show more dates
Time:
10:00am - 10:30am
Location:
All Zones
Categories:
  30 Minutes or Less     Library Services  
Registration Type:
Online Registration
Register! - 18 seats left

Cochrane Library Online

Please note: This event will use Microsoft Teams Cochrane Library is a great place to go to find systematic reviews, clinical trials, and answers to clinical questions. It is openly accessible to...  More
Date:
Monday, May 13, 2024 Show more dates
Time:
10:00am - 10:45am
Location:
All Zones
Categories:
  Library Services  
Registration Type:
Online Registration
Register! - 18 seats left

Explore the NEW Nursing Made Incredibly Easy!® Ebook and Support Tools Collection Online

Please note: This event will use Microsoft Teams Are you looking for a refresher in a nursing specialty area or skill? Are you new to the nursing profession or a nursing student who needs help...  More
Date:
Tuesday, May 14, 2024 Show more dates
Time:
10:00am - 10:30am
Location:
All Zones
Categories:
  30 Minutes or Less     Library Services  
Registration Type:
Online Registration
Register! - 16 seats left

Family Practice Nurse (NZ) Professional Development Day In-Person

NOTE: Registration is restricted to Family Practice Nurses in Northern Zone. An in-person day filled with presentations, networking and knowledge sharing. Presenter(s): To Be Determined Location:...  More
Date:
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
Time:
8:45am - 4:00pm
Location:
Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Northern
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration
Register! - 21 seats left

Consultations

Meet one on one with a library and information professional for help with your project, publication, research or other info need.

Customized Training

Our instructors deliver customized education sessions on a number of topics that support the info needs of you and your team, at a time that works best for everyone.

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Private study/meeting room is available to book at Halifax Infirmary.

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