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March 24, 2026: de Souza Institute Website Maintenance
On March 24, 2026 we will be performing scheduled maintenance that will impact the de Souza Institute Website. All other systems, including the eLearning Centre and My Account will be available. Please expect the website to be unavailable starting on March 24 at 12:00 (Noon) Eastern time and ending on March 24 at 13:00 (1:00 PM) Eastern time.
Advanced Pain Management Course
Pain can be a debilitating symptom and is often a patient’s top concern. Learn the pathophysiology of cancer pain, cancer pain syndromes, pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions for intractable pain in palliation and how to conduct educational and advocacy work.
CNA Certification Exam Study Groups
All of our CNA Study Groups are open for registration. If you are planning on writing the exam, consider signing up to join our study groups. Work at your own pace and convenience as we help you examine concepts and topics in order to achieve specific competencies as outlined in the CNA exam study guide blueprint.
Oncological Emergencies
Step into emergency situations with confidence and competence. Our Oncologic Emergencies courses will prepare you to anticipate, recognize, and respond to twelve metabolic and structural emergencies. Learn how to think fast, act decisively, and provide care for patients during a tense and life threatening situation.
Education in Palliative Care (EPC) Course Series
Learn how to provide comprehensive and person-centred palliative care for patients living with serious illness such as cancer, end-stage renal disease (ESRD), congestive heart failure (CHF), or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Provincial Standardized Chemotherapy and Biotherapy course (PSCB)
This course is delivered online and facilitated by advanced practice nurse educators; the content is Canadian, up to date, and delivered with engaging and clinically relevant interactive activities case studies and a workshop. Nurses can pace their study time independently and still be part of a supportive learning community.