Canadian Example from Ontario: Patient Navigator
Industry | Health
Gap | Patient Navigation in the Ontario Medical System
How is the gap filled | Professional certificates in Navigation Skills comprised of stackable micro-certifications
Name of Micro-certification | Patient Navigator
Target Audience | Health Professionals
URL | https://hlln.info.yorku.ca/fundamentals-of-patient-navigation/ (Patient Navigation)
Stackable? | Yes. Each professional certificate is comprised of 5-6 micro-certifications depending on the program, one of which is transferable to both
Cost | $550+GST for certificate, extra $20 + HST for each digital credential awarded
Register by | Email, fax, or mail
Resources | online, in person and an evaluative experiential learning module
Level | Certificate 1
Credits | 8 (approx.. 80 hours of learning)
Course Requirements | Health related diploma, demonstrated knowledge in health care, 1-2 years of relevant work experience in health / wellness
Recognition | Badges recognized by eCampus Ontario Passport – the professional certificate is recognized by Ontario Qualifications Framework