AIMS-SK is an evidence-informed educational program designed to support healthcare professionals in providing compassionate, patient-centred substance use and addiction care. Developed for interdisciplinary healthcare teams, the program equips participants with practical knowledge, clinical skills, and resources to improve care for individuals affected by substance use and addiction-related health concerns.

Through flexible online learning and interactive workshop experiences, AIMS-SK promotes the application of current best practices in a variety of healthcare settings. Participants develop confidence in assessing, managing, and supporting patients while collaborating effectively within interdisciplinary care teams.

Who Should Participate?

AIMS-SK is designed for healthcare professionals involved in the care of individuals experiencing substance use and addiction-related concerns, including:
 
  • Physicians
  • Nurse Practitioners
  • Nurses
  • Pharmacists
  • Social Workers
  • Counsellors
  • Allied Health Professionals
  • Other members of interdisciplinary healthcare teams

Why AIMS-SK

Substance use and addiction-related concerns are encountered across a wide range of healthcare settings. AIMS-SK supports healthcare professionals in developing the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to provide evidence-informed, patient-centred care.

Participants gain practical tools and strategies that can be applied directly in practice while learning alongside colleagues from multiple disciplines. The program emphasizes collaboration, evidence-informed decision-making, and approaches that support improved patient outcomes.

What You'll Gain

  • Evidence-informed approaches to substance use and addiction care
  • Practical clinical tools and strategies
  • Increased confidence in patient assessment and management
  • Opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Learning that can be applied directly to practice

Program Offerings

AIMS-SK Online Course

The AIMS-SK Online Course provides self-paced, evidence-informed education focused on substance use and addiction care. Through engaging online modules, participants build foundational knowledge and develop practical skills that can be applied in clinical practice.

AIMS-SK Interactive Workshop

The AIMS-SK Interactive Workshop builds on the knowledge gained through the online program by providing opportunities for application, discussion, and collaboration. Through practical case-based learning and facilitated discussions, participants work alongside healthcare professionals from multiple disciplines to explore real-world clinical scenarios.

Additional Resources

Enhance your learning with a range of practical resources to support the assessment, treatment, and ongoing care of individuals affected by substance use. Explore clinical tools, emergent and urgent care resources, opioid agonist therapy (OAT) guidance, naloxone and overdose response information, support services, and additional reference materials to support evidence-informed practice.

AIMS-SK Scientific Planning Committee Members

We extend our heartfelt appreciation to the AIMS-SK Planning Committee for their dedication and hard work in shaping the success of our program. Their expertise, collaboration, and unwavering commitment are instrumental in delivering impactful, high-quality learning experiences. Their contributions are truly valued and deeply appreciated. All COIs have been completed and are on file.

Mary Fraser COI FORM | Tammy Glynn COI FORM| Dr. Melissa Holowaty COI FORM

Dr. Morris Markentin COI FORM| Adrian Mitter COI FORM| Barb Papp COI FORM| Dr. Victoria Tian COI FORM| Dr. Andrew Yang COI FORM

Contact Information

Program Information
Tammy Glynn, CME Program Coordinator
Email: tammy.glynn@usask.ca
cmelearning.usask.ca