News, Events, Professional Development

News and training opportunities from Trauma Service BC.

​​​Five STAN learning modules now available online

The Specialist Trauma Advisory Network (STAN), an advisory group and oversight network of clinical specialists for complex trauma care across BC, have uploaded three learning modules on PHSA's Learning Hub. These modules, available free of charge,  ensures that clinicians have the clinical knowledge and guidance to care for patients who have sustained injuries. Learners can earn up to .75 Mainpro+ credits per course. 

As of September 2026, two learning modules have been updated with new information: 

Also available are the existing modules: 

These STAN modules are offered in additon to the existing trauma team activation criteria  self-directed course offered on the same platform.​

 ​​BC Physical Trauma Survivors’ Day – Kim's Story

Physical Trauma Survivors Day, marked in B.C. each October 17, raises awareness of prevention, treatment and recovery from traumatic physical injuries. Read about Kim Ferraro's experience of physical trauma and recovery. You can also read Sandy's story from 2022.
Read the story

Be water smart: Drowning is preventable

Over 70 British Columbians die in preventable water-related incidents each year. July 17-23 is National Drowning Prevention Week, which aims to bring awareness and education to prevent drowning. 

Read the story

Events and professional development:

Training opportunities

Current training opportunities are listed below.​

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Advanced Trauma Life Support Course
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Provides the skills and knowledge to treat life-threatening injuries. Designed for doctors who care for injured patients.

Provider courses are also offered at Vancouver Coastal Health, Interior Health and Fraser Health. Find out more info about all ATLS courses on this page.

Upcoming sessions:

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Trauma Nursing Core Courses
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The Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) is a one-and-a-half day course designed to improve trauma patient outcomes by providing nurses with foundational trauma knowledge, skills, and a systematic Trauma Nursing Process to guide trauma patient care.

Courses offered include:

​More info coming soon.​

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EPICC courses
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‎Emergency Practice, Interventions and Care Canada (EPICC) Trauma - 2025 Courses


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STAN online courses (eLearning courses)​
​​Five Specialist Trauma Advisory Network (STAN) courses are available on PHSA's Learning Hub for any interested individuals to complete, and are accredited by the Continuing Professional Development department at UBC:

The five courses are as follows:

Each course is eligible for up to .75 Mainpro+ credits. 

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Additional learning opportunities & events

​​VGH Trauma Education: ATLS® Provider Courses ​​​​

​VGH Trauma Education: ATLS® Instructor Courses 

Vancouver Island ATLS® Provider Courses:

Fraser Health ATLS® Provider Courses 

  • Session Dates: 
    • October 3-4, 2026
    • November 28-29, 2027
    • February 6-7, 2027
    • May 29-30, 2027
    • September 25-26, 2027
    • November 20-21, 2027
  • Location: Royal Columbian Hospital
  • Register by email​

VGH Weekly Trauma Rounds

  •  Date: Every Tuesday
  • Time: 12pm (noon)
  • Location: Microsoft Teams
  • More Info: Visit VGH's webpage.​
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Trauma Rounds

Fraser Health Trauma Rounds

VGH Trauma Rounds

Join VGH every Tuesday at noon for VGH Trauma Rounds (via Zoom).

For more information

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