Academy of Professional
Development
Offering courses and training on a variety of topics relevant to the not-for-profit sector.
Our Mission
At The Academy of Professional Development, our goal is to help other healthcare non-profits increase their efficiency, improve client care, and expand their reach. We help frontline staff gain tangible skills to improve the delivery of client care. We also teach management teams how to effectively use their resources and personnel to better meet client needs. By providing this training, our long-term goal is to sustainably grow the capacity of the healthcare sector, improving efficiency, timeliness, and client outcomes.
What We Do
The Academy provides training opportunities and professional development for staff at non-profit organizations across Ontario. By bringing in trainers with expertise relevant to the sector, the Academy can help your workers develop practical skills that improve the delivery and quality of your services.
Service Delivery Options
Scheduled Training Sessions
In-person and virtual training sessions and events are held on a regular basis, posted on our website, and open for registration.
Custom Training Sessions
We work with organizations upon request to develop custom training sessions to meet their unique needs. The Academy will help find a trainer and finalize requirements.
Custom Training Plans
The Academy works with organizations, partnerships and associations to develop and facilitate a multi-session training calendar that aligns with their strategic planning.
Examples of Training Topics
- Clinical and Front-Line Supports – training for both new hires and experienced professionals. Topics include Case Management, Addictions, and Trauma Informed Practice.
- Management and Leadership Training – foundational and practical skills training for emerging, new, and experienced leaders.
- Certificate Programs – professional development and training through the Reconnect Centre for Mindfulness.
- Back-Office Training – training on topics such as Privacy, Occupational Health and Safety, IT, and Human Health Resources.
- Quality Improvement and Program Evaluation – practical training to design and deliver custom reports, use business intelligence tools, and conduct quality improvement and evaluation of services.
Contact Information
For further details or to see our full portfolio of courses, call 416-658-2266 or email training@reconnect.on.ca.
Upcoming Trainings
Managing Difficult Conversations with Clients – Using a Trauma-Informed Approach
Date: June 25, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Virtual
Facilitated by: Joses Wong
Price: $125.00 excl. HST
Health Equity and Anti-Black Racism Workshop
Date: July 3, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Location: Virtual
Facilitated by: Jermaine Henry
Price: $70.00 excl. HST
From Burnout to Balance: Stress Management for Healthcare Staff
Date: July 8, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Virtual
Facilitated by: Joses Wong
Price: $125.00 excl. HST
Introduction to Using Power BI in Health Service Environments
Date: July 10, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: 700 Lawrence Avenue West
Facilitated by: Francesco Sijinardo
Price: $125.00 excl. HST
Critical Developments in Employment Law
Date: July 11, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Virtual
Facilitated by: Laura Karabulut
Price: $125.00 excl. HST
Diversity Training 101 for the Workplace
Date: July 15, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Virtual
Facilitated by: Bola Faleyimu
Price: $125.00 excl. HST
Success Skills for Managers
Date: July 16, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Virtual
Facilitated by: Christine Amy
Price: $250.00 excl. HST
Effective Change Management
Date: July 29, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Virtual
Facilitated by: Bola Faleyimu
Price: $125.00 excl. HST
Introduction to Using Power BI in Health Service Environments
Date: August 7, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Virtual
Facilitated by: Francesco Sijinardo
Price: $125.00 excl. HST
Managing Difficult Conversations with Clients – Advanced Practice Session
Date: August 8, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: 700 Lawrence Avenue West
Facilitated by: Joses Wong
Price: $125.00 excl. HST
