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Faculty Development Modules
How to Get Promoted: Clinical Academics from Assistant to Associate Professor
Course Description
Whether you’re up for promotion next year or in five years, in order to be successful, it is important to be aware of the University requirements for promotion and the granting of continuing appointments. Clinical academics at the Assistant Professor rank can benefit from this practical workshop, which will provide guidance on preparing teaching dossiers, promoting dossiers, and presenting your case.
Section Notes
6.5 hours completed online through an asynchronous learning management system. Synchronous, live, online session is 90 minutes covering topics from asynchronous, work at your own pace materials. Come to the 90 minute session prepared with questions, draft documents ready for feedback and a familiarity with the promotions process and expectations. Select only one live, online, 90-minute session. Asynchronous materials are available on the learning management system for an unlimited timeframe following the course.
Overall Learning Objectives
- Describe challenges in the promotion process and identify strategies to overcome these challenges
- Critique examples of Teaching Philosophies and Candidates Statements for the purpose of making suggested improvements
- Identify resources that may be helpful to access during the promotion process
- Develop a network of colleagues who may be of mutual benefit in supporting each other through the promotion process.
Accreditation
This activity meets the certification criteria of the College of Family Physicians of Canada and has been certified by Continuing Professional Development, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University for up to 3.50 Mainpro+® Certified Activity credits.
This event 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 Continuing Professional Development, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University. You may claim a maximum of 3.50 hours (credits are automatically calculated).
Commercial Support
This program has received no financial support.
Prerequisites
This workshop is for clinical academics who have a faculty appointment at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry.
Character-Based Leadership (2025-2026)
Course Description
This postgraduate character-based longitudinal leadership course within the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry will follow a multipronged approach including mentorship, reflective-based learning, targeted workshops, small-group discussion and experiential learning. The aim of this course is to develop leadership skills from a character-lens that stress the qualities of good leadership.
Overall Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
Accreditation
This activity meets the certification criteria of the College of Family Physicians of Canada and has been certified by Continuing Professional Development, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University for up to 16.50 Mainpro+® Certified Activity credits.
This event 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 Continuing Professional Development, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University. You may claim a maximum of 16.50 hours (credits are automatically calculated).
Commercial Support
This program has received no financial support.
Eligibility
The eligibility requirements to enroll in the course require you to be a early-career faculty with your first five years of practice within the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry at Western University.
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites required to enroll in the course.
Cost
Free
Interested in leadership development but unable to attend the Character-based Leadership course dates?
We encourage you to explore the Certificate in Leadership program offered by PGME- Western University. This program provides an excellent opportunity to build foundational leadership skills tailored to postgraduate medical education.
Visit the PGME Academic Programs to learn more and register.
Introduction to Supportive & Strategic Questioning
Course Description
This 1-hour in-person interactive session will explore how questioning techniques can enhance learning for junior trainees in clinical settings. Faculty will gain practical tools to elevate their teaching and support learner development.
Overall Learning Objectives
By the end of this workshop, you will be able to:
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Describe the impact of interrogative questioning on learning by junior trainees in a clinical setting
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List four educational roles of questioning in clinical settings
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Given a clinical scenario, apply Bloom’s taxonomy to develop higher order questions tailored to the learner’s level and clinical context.
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Facilitate invited learner questioning in their own clinical teaching practice
Accreditation:
This activity meets the certification criteria of the College of Family Physicians of Canada and has been certified by Continuing Professional Development, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University for up to 1.00 Mainpro+® Certified Activity credits.
Commercial Support
This program has received no financial support.
Eligibility
This workshop is aimed at faculty members involved in clinical teaching. We are interested in collaborating with Clinical Departments to offer this exciting workshop.
Cost
Free
Effective Large Group Presentations
Course Description
Engaging a large audience requires more than delivering information—it demands clarity, structure, and interaction. This 1-hour faculty development session provides practical strategies to design and deliver presentations that capture attention and promote learning. Participants will explore key considerations for planning, structuring, and presenting effectively to large groups, with a focus on visual design and audience engagement.
Overall Learning Objectives
- Identify the key considerations for giving a presentation.
- Plan an appropriate structure to support their presentation.
- Make visual design decisions to support clear messaging.
- Increase audience engagement in their presentations.
Accreditation:
Commercial Support
This program has received no financial support.
Eligibility
This workshop is aimed at faculty members involved in clinical teaching. We are interested in collaborating with Clinical Departments to offer this exciting workshop at your grand rounds, seminars, department retreats, or wherever learning happens for your department.
Cost
Free
