Learning Objectives:
By the end of this course, GGP Fellows should be able to develop and describe an integrated research project or program relevant to primary care research. This will include being able to effectively communicate a research agenda in various formats from written to oral for a range of audiences with varying levels of research experience.
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Demonstrate increased competency in scientific communications
- Apply techniques and methods to develop a scientific protocol in health research that is appropriate for submission to a funding agency
Instructional Method:
The is blended learning course meaning that portions of the course will be completed online at the Fellow’s convenience and portions will be conducted in-person (either face-to-face or virtually) with the Course Directors and Faculty Mentors. Fellows are expected to be active participants for the in-person sessions as well as the online discussion forums through NAPCRG Connect. Online materials will be provided through the NAPCRG member portal learning management system.
Course Evaluation:
Evaluation will be based on completion of each online module, participation in the in-person sessions and completion of the milestones.
Session I Online (August 5, 2026 – November 13, 2027)
- Orientation (Virtual Meeting) – August 5, 2026 – 12:30 – 2:00pm EST - Zoom
- Virtual Class – Q & A – October 21, 2026 – 12:30 – 2:00pm EST – Zoom
- Virtual Class – Q & A – March 24, 2027 - 12:30 – 2:00pm EST – Zoom
- Virtual Class – Q & A – May 12, 2027 - 12:30 – 2:00pm EST – Zoom
- Please refer to the syllabus for more specific deadlines and course content during this period
Session II: Interactive In-Person Session November 20, 2026 at the NAPCRG Annual Meeting in Toronto, Ontario
- Session is from 9:00am - 5:00pm ET
- Please refer to the syllabus for specific details of this meeting
Session III: Interactive In-Person Session November 13, 2027 at the NAPCRG Annual Meeting in Vancouver, British Columbia
- Session is from 9:00am - 5:00pm PT
- Please refer to the syllabus for specific details of this meeting
*This schedule is subject to change.