With health care workers' busy schedules in mind, we offer sessions on a variety of dates and times.

  • Intellectual Property 101: What does IP mean for Health Care Providers?
    Have you ever wondered what impact Intellectual Property has on health care? Do you have a great idea that you think may help patients and you want to know how to protect it? This interactive presentation led by Nova Scotia Health’s Innovation Hub will answer your questions.
  • Developing Patient Education Pamphlets
    This session highlights how easy-to-read and up-to-date patient education materials can support patient care and safety. Learn how to get started, what is involved in developing and updating pamphlets, and how to find, use and share pamphlets effectively.
  • Intro to LMS: Creating an eLearning Course
    This session introduces the process and standards you will need to follow to ensure your online course reflects high quality content with optimal readability and performance in Nova Scotia Health’s LMS.
  • Anatomy.TV NEW
    Anatomy.TV provides a moveable 3D model of the human body that allows you to explore different layers of various body systems. The diagrams include annotations to help you learn more about specific body parts. Learn how to navigate this powerful tool to improve your understanding of human anatomy.
  • Find it Fast with Library Services Online
    This session focuses on navigating core library tools and resources, including the catalogue, ejournals and ebooks, and databases.
  • ACT for Success: 3 Strategies to Keep Your Content-Creation Project on Track NEW
    Creating content is time consuming. This session will give you tips to avoid common pitfalls in 3 areas that delay content-creation projects:
    • Analysis/Accessibility
    • Copyright
    • Timelines
  • Natural Medicines™ Database
    It is important to understand how complementary and alternative medicines may interact with prescription medications. Natural Medicines™ is a point-of-care tool that can answer your questions about alternative therapies and dietary supplements.
  • Literature Searching 101: Finding the Info You Need
    Finding evidence-based research begins with a well-constructed, searchable question. In this session, we will explore the process of breaking down complex research questions into key concepts using established tools like PICO.
  • Critical Appraisal: Evaluating Information Sources NEW
    Critical appraisal can help you evaluate information sources systematically and effectively. This session will explore:
    • What critical appraisal is and why it is important
    • Critical appraisal tools you can incorporate into your research process
  • Copyright à la carte (on demand)
    Would you or your team like an introduction to copyright? Maybe you would like a refresher on how copyright applies to your work at Nova Scotia Health? We’ll cover the copyright topics that matter to you, at a time that works for you. Reach out to Copyright@nshealth.ca to request a session.

You can browse the list of all of our courses in our learning opportunities calendar or print and post our Fall education flyer. If you have questions, please reach out to AskLibrary@nshealth.ca. We look forward to seeing you in one or several of our sessions!

Amanda Andrews

Librarian Educator, Education & Training Lead
Eastern Zone - Cape Breton, Guysborough, Antigonish