Advancement & Skill Centre for Engagement & Development

ASCEND (Advancement and Skill Centre for Engagement and Development) is dedicated to empowering PHSA medical staff through resources and opportunities for both clinical and leadership development.

​​Our programs help medical professionals enhance their skills, foster growth, and increase their impact on patient care and organizational success.​

ASCEND creates a clear and simple point of entry for services that support medical staff across all PHSA programs and services. These key areas include: 

  1. Career transitions: Support and resources to guide medical staff through various stages of their professional journey and practice changes
  2. Qualification: Policies, oversight, and resources to ensure ongoing professional development and a highly skilled medical workforce.
  3. Skill development: Training and resources to enhance leadership, management, quality and innovation skills for medical staff
  4. Impact: Resources and advocacy to empower medical staff in leadership roles, enabling them to drive meaningful change and outcomes
  5. Well-being and workplace: Advocacy and support for medical staff to foster a positive, healthy work environment and well-being across all aspects of their professional lives
​To date, hundreds of medical staff have participated in ASCEND’s initiatives, benefiting from these valuable resources and opportunities.

To learn more about our offerings and the individuals who have engaged with them, explore the At a Glance Report (PDF) and the Engagement & Education Report (PDF). ​