About EPIQ Workshop

  • What is EPIQ?

    EPIQ stands for "Evidence-based Practice for Improving Quality." It is a program designed to support quality improvement (QI) projects for teams, sites, or regions in collaboration with the Canadian Neonatal Network (CNN). The program includes workshops, core datasets, parental engagement, networking opportunities, and shared practices to improve care. EPIQ is administered by the Canadian Neonatal Foundation, a registered charity, and offers tailored educational programs for individuals and teams to implement real-world QI projects.

  • What are the origins of EPIQ and EPIQ educational program/workshop?

    The EPIQ Program began in 2003 as part of a Canadian Institutes for Health Research (CIHR) study. Over time, it evolved into a standardized educational program through collaboration among Canadian neonatal intensive care units, researchers, and healthcare professionals. The materials are owned and managed by the Canadian Neonatal Foundation.

  • Who benefits from EPIQ workshop training?

    EPIQ workshop is suitable for anyone interested in learning about quality improvement, including healthcare professionals, families, and even non-healthcare participants. The program is tailored for healthcare and social sciences but can also apply to fields like business and leadership.

  • How does EPIQ workshop help implement changes?

    EPIQ workshops teach a 10-step process to help participants identify problems, co-design solutions, and implement improvements effectively. The program emphasizes teamwork and provides mentorship opportunities to develop facilitators who can lead QI initiatives within their organizations.

  • How is EPIQ workshop different from other QI programs?

    EPIQ workshop focuses on immersive, real-world learning with a collaborative, team-based approach. It empowers participants to develop and implement actionable QI projects relevant to their context. Unlike other programs, EPIQ supports both novice learners and experienced QI champions

  • Is the EPIQ workshop accredited?

    Yes, the EPIQ workshop is accredited by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC) and recognized by the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC) and the American Medical Association (AMA). It qualifies as a simulation-based CPD activity for up to 6 hours.

  • Can I modify EPIQ materials?

    No, EPIQ materials are standardized to ensure consistency and cannot be modified without written permission from the Canadian Neonatal Foundation. Use the most current version available. Please contact EPIQ educational administrator for permission

  • How do I cite EPIQ materials?

    Use this citation: Lee DH, Mathura PV, Shkrobot J, Kassam N, Aziz K. Teaching quality improvement concepts to pharmacy students using the Evidence-based Practice for Improving Quality (EPIQ) workshop. Curr Pharm Teach Learn. 2023 Aug;15(8):748-753.

  • How can I learn more about EPIQ?

    Contact the EPIQ educational administrator at [email protected] to arrange a web meeting.

Attending an EPIQ Workshop or Course

  • How can I register for an EPIQ workshop?

    1) Check the CNF website or EPIQ Thinkific portal for upcoming events. 2) Contact local organizations hosting workshops. 3) Request a workshop for your organization through the EPIQ Thinkific portal. 4) Customize a workshop for specific topics by contacting [email protected].

  • How do I access EPIQ materials?

    You need a valid license, username, and password through which you can access materials from the Thinkific learning platform. Licenses last for one year and are free for facilitators and participants in low-income countries.

  • How do I get my certificate of attendance?

    Contact the event coordinator. Once attendance is confirmed, a certificate will be emailed to you. Check your spam folder if you don’t receive it.

  • How do I claim CPD credits?

    Use the accreditation details provided in your attendance letter to claim credits through RCPSC, CFPC, or AMA.

  • Can I use EPIQ materials at my workplace?

    Yes, but only with proper licensing. EPIQ learning materials are protected by copyright and may not be used for profit, sale, or any other form of remuneration without explicit permission from the Canadian Neonatal Foundation. To maintain the integrity of the program, please adhere to the following guidelines: 1) Facilitation: Only registered EPIQ facilitators are authorized to conduct workshops and courses. 2) Content Integrity: Do not alter or edit any of the materials or the 10-step process. 3) Distribution: Refrain from sharing program materials with anyone who has not completed the course. This ensures all participants fully benefit from and understand the training as intended. 4) Workbook Usage: The EPIQ workbook is an essential tool for quality improvement and may be freely copied for use by your team within your workplace. 5) Following these guidelines helps preserve the program's effectiveness and ensures that every participant receives the full intended benefit of EPIQ training.

  • How can I become a facilitator?

    Attend an EPIQ workshop as a co-facilitator and receive mentorship from an experienced facilitator. Your mentor will recommend you for registration once you’re prepared to lead workshops independently.

Registering an EPIQ Workshop or Course

  • How do I request a workshop?

    Submit a request through the CNF website or our EPIQ Program website: https://eduprogram.epiq.ca/. Assign a coordinator to communicate from your Centre with the EPIQ educational administrator to handle licenses.

  • How do I register for an upcoming workshop?

    Registered coordinators can create workshop registrations through the EPIQ portal. Details like location, date, and participant numbers must be finalized at least 10 days before the event.

  • How do I find a facilitator?

    Contact [email protected] to connect with a registered facilitator.

  • What expenses should host organizations consider?

    Hosting organizations cover venue, travel, hospitality, and facilitator honoraria. Licensing fees are additional.

  • Can facilitators run workshops without licenses?

    No, all workshops must be registered, and participants must purchase licenses to ensure program fidelity and accreditation.

EPIQ Levels of Participation

  • What are co-facilitators, facilitators, and master facilitators?

    1) Co-facilitators: Trainees working under an experienced facilitator. 2) Facilitators: Approved leaders who conduct workshops. 3) Master facilitators: Experienced professionals who mentor facilitators and oversee training.

  • How do I become a facilitator?

    Co-facilitate a workshop, demonstrate proficiency, and receive a recommendation from a master facilitator. Registration is finalized through our EPIQ Program Website.

EPIQ workshop Licenses and Pricing

  • What are EPIQ workshop licenses?

    Licenses authorize access to EPIQ materials and are valid for one year. Bulk licenses offer discounts. Extensions may be granted in special cases.

  • What is the current pricing?

    Updated Pricing Model (Effective May 1st): 1) Individual License: $75 + applicable taxes 2) Bulk License for 50 Participants: $3650 + applicable taxes and $7300 + applicable taxes for 100 Participants 3) Group Trainee (for Canadian Academic Undergraduate and Graduate Programs): $500 / workshop for 25 trainees/students

EPIQ and Global Health

  • What materials are available globally?

    EPIQ workshop licenses and materials are available worldwide. Free resources, like the EPIQ flipchart, are provided for low-income countries.

  • What is QIiKMC?

    QIiKMC trains teams to provide Kangaroo Mother Care while applying QI principles. It is available globally at no cost.

  • Is there discounted pricing for low-resource settings?

    Yes, the Canadian Neonatal Foundation offers free licenses and materials for qualifying countries and settings based on individual requests. Pricing changes are expected in 2025.