Effective Prescribing of Opioids for Chronic Pain Program


The Effective Prescribing of Opioids for Chronic Pain Program (EPOCH) program assists physicians, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, and medical residents in acquiring knowledge and skills in chronic pain management and opioid prescribing.

Three Live Webinars: February 24, March 25, April 27, 2026 from 6:30pm-8:30pm AST

In-person Workshop: May 29, 2026 8:30am-4:30pm in the Halifax/Dartmouth area.

Participants must attend all webinars and workshop as sessions are NOT recorded. Those who fail to attend a webinar will not be permitted to proceed in the course.

The AMN-P&A is subsidizing a large portion of the cost (value of $1,046.50 per participant).

Registration includes participation in the webinars and workshop. Limited seating available!

Registration closes February 20, 2026.


Accreditation

Accreditation for Webinar Series

This activity has been certified by the College of Family Physicians of Canada for up to 9.5 Mainpro+® Certified Activity credits, 3.5 of which are associated with the completion of optional assessment activities. 

Accreditation for Workshop

This activity has been certified by the College of Family Physicians of Canada for up to 8.75

 Mainpro+® Certified Activity credits, 2.0 of which are associated with the completion of optional assessment activities.