Certificate in Clinical Teaching (CCT)
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WHO should enroll in the CCT?
Do you teach Dalhousie medical students or residents in the clinical environment? Do you want to? If yes to either of these questions, this course if for YOU!
The CCT was developed in response to the identified need to provide standardized, accessible teaching training that is relevant in the clinical context and promotes skill development for faculty, particularly those who are early in their teaching career.
The 2026-2027 CCT is accredited for up to 45 hours!!
Priority is given to faculty at all campuses of Dalhousie's Faculty of Medicine. If there are spaces remaining, medical professionals external to Dalhousie may join the course with permission. (External fee is $900.)
This activity meets the certification criteria of the College of Family Physicians of Canada and has been certified by Dalhousie University Continuing Professional Development and Medical Education for up to 5.0 Mainpro+® Certified Activity credits per module. This activity is an Accredited Group Learning Activity (Section 1) as defined by the Maintenance of Certification Program of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, and approved by Dalhousie University Continuing Professional Development and Medical Education. You may claim a maximum of 5.0 hours per module (credits are automatically calculated).
Educationally approved by Dalhousie University Continuing Professional Development and Medical Education.
WHAT topics does the CCT cover?
The CCT includes nine modules. See our current course outline here.
Each module contains a selection of articles, web sites, videos and podcasts related to the topic. As well, in each module you will be required to complete an assignment. These exercises are shared with Course Instructors for the purpose of providing participants with feedback. Each block of 3 modules will also include a webinar hosted by the course instructors which will provide opportunities to discuss the content.
WHEN is the CCT offered?
Certificate in Clinical Teaching course will run from October 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027.
If you would like to be put on the waitlist, please click here or email facdev@dal.ca
The course is offered annually with continuous improvement as prompted by participant feedback, accreditation and research.
WHERE is the CCT offered?
This is an online course offered via Brightspace. Only participants and instructors in the course can access the content. Most of the content is available asynchronously allowing a self-paced approach to your learning.
The content will be released in blocks of 3 modules every 3 months (October 1, January 5, April 1). Registrants must complete the full block of 3 modules within a 3 month timeframe to progress. The expectation is that participants would aim to complete one module a month (about 5 hours of work) but participants can adjust for their personal schedules.
There are three synchronous evening webinars for each block. Attendance is required.
WHY should I complete the CCT?
Teaching - Along with increased knowledge and skill in the fundamentals of clinical teaching, you will have the opportunity to establish a community of teaching practice alongside your peers.
Recognition - You will be awarded a certificate of completion that is suitable for framing (and/or inclusion in your teaching portfolio).
Convenience - You will complete each block (3 modules) at your own pace.
Accreditation - This activity meets the certification criteria of the College of Family Physicians of Canada and has been certified by Dalhousie University Continuing Professional Development and Medical Education for up to 5.0 Mainpro+® Certified Activity credits per module. This activity is an Accredited Group Learning Activity (Section 1) as defined by the Maintenance of Certification Program of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, and approved by Dalhousie University Continuing Professional Development and Medical Education. You may claim a maximum of 5.0 hours per module (credits are automatically calculated). Educationally approved by Dalhousie University Continuing Professional Development and Medical Education.
HOW do I sign up?
Certificate in Clinical Teaching (CCT)
October 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027
Click here to put your name on the waitlist.
More CCT questions?
Contact FacDev@dal.ca