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CPD Pre-approved Programs

At CPHR Nova Scotia we are committed to building the strategic capability and organizational impact of HR practitioners, and providing value to our members. As a member, taking one of these pre-approved programs or courses allows you to claim the Continued Professional Development (CPD) hours without the need to provide proof or justification.

CPHR Nova Scotia’s CPD Pre-approved Programs

 

At Legal Professionals Education Network (LPEN), we are committed to empowering legal and HR professionals with top-tier continuing professional development (CPD) courses. Since our founding in 2019, we have become a trusted resource for immigration consultants, Ontario paralegals, and Canadian HR professionals who are eager to advance their careers with practical and innovative education.

Program:
Navigating Workplace Conflict (CPD 2 hours)

Workplace Investigations: Advanced Topics (CPD 3 hours)

Immigration Compliance for HR Professionals: Risk Management, Audits & Internal Controls (CPD 3 hours)

Advanced Workplace Accommodation: Mental Health & Return-to-Work (CPD 2 hours)

Global Talent Mobility Made Simple: How to Recruit & Retain Foreign Workers in Canada (CPD 6 hours)

Managing Stress Leave: Accommodation, Legal Duties & Payroll Compliance (CPD 2 hours)

Managing Difficult Conversations in the Workplace for HR Professionals (CPD 2 hours)

CPD Partnership Expiry: January 5, 2027


The Work Wellness Institute is committed to a core vision of turning research into practice, conducting and supporting global research, and mobilizing knowledge that positively impacts workplace health practices.

Program:
Navigating Balance: Work, and the Realities of Chronic Health and Disability (CPD 1 hour)

Reclaiming Balance: Challenging the Work-Life Narrative and Prioritizing What Matters Most (CPD 1 hour)

Empowering Women From Burnout To Balance (CPD 1 hour)

Huddle-UP - Conflict Managment Collaborative Learning Series (CPD 1.5 hours)

CPD Partnership Expiry: October, 2026


CCRW is a national not-for-profit organization with the mission to promote and support meaningful and equitable employment of persons with disabilities. As innovators and agents of change, we build partnerships, develop skills, share knowledge and influence attitudes.

Program:

CPD Partnership Expiry: May 23, 2026


 

t: 1.888.733.2226  

Founded in 2004, specializing in workplace disputes, Benard + Associates has steadfastly honed its focus on these crucial areas. This dedication has not only defined their niche but has also established them as a leading authority across Canada, renowned for delivering expert and practical investigation and mediation solutions, tailored to the diverse needs of their clients.

Program:

CPD Partnership Expiry: May 20, 2026


Moving the Human Spirit
e: susan@movingthehumanspirit.com

Moving the Human Spirit is a global leader in Trauma-Informed Education. In today’s rapidly changing workplace, Human Resource professionals encounter employees facing unprecedented levels of stress, trauma, and adversity. “Compassionate Leadership: Working with Trauma and Adversity” is a comprehensive course designed to equip HR professionals with the knowledge and skills to understand, support, and lead individuals who have experienced trauma, whether from personal, societal, or organizational sources. This course provides practical tools to help HR professionals foster a culture of resilience, empathy, and understanding within their organizations. 

Programs:

Compassionate Leadership: working with trauma and adversity (CPD 18.0)

CPD Partnership Expiry: January 2027


 

DisruptHR

Once in a while an event series is born that shakes things up, it makes you think differently, it leaves you inspired. That event is DisruptHR.

+10 speakers, 5 minutes each, and slides rotate every 15 seconds. Teach us something, but make it quick.

If you’re an HR professional, a CEO, a technologist, a community leader – and you’ve got something to say about talent, culture or technology – Disrupt is the place.


Canadian Diversity Initiative
e: admin@candiversity.com

The mission of the Canadian Diversity Initiative is to foster diversity and inclusion through education. We do this by making it easy for organizations to provide learner-appropriate DEI training to employees, volunteers, and stakeholders.
More than 300 organizations across Canada use our DEI courses as part of their onboarding processes and more than 28,000 Canadians have completed one or more courses.

How to Reduce Unconscious Bias in Your Hiring Practices explores practical ways to increase workplace diversity by reducing unconscious bias at each stage of the hiring process. It includes downloadable resources including guides, checklists, and templates. Members get 10% off.

You can start training immediately and will be able to download a Certificate of Completion after successfully passing mandatory testing.

Programs:

How to Reduce Unconscious Bias in Your Hiring Practices (CPD 3.5)

CPD Partnership Expiry: January 2027


Lancaster House
e: customerservice@lancasterhouse.com

Lancaster House Publishing is a leader in providing thoroughly researched information on labour, employment, and human rights law. Our mandate is to serve the needs of employees, employers, professional organizations, unions, management, and labour and employment law practitioners.

Programs:

Atlantic Labour Law Conference and Pre-Conference Workshop  May 20-21, 2025

Effective Grievance Handling and Arbitration Advocacy: Intensive Training for Employers and Unions Fall 2025





Dalhousie University, Faculty of Open Learning & Career Development
t: 902-494-2526
e: openlearning@dal.ca

At the Faculty of Open Learning & Career Development, we offer more than 500 courses that can be taken individually or as part of a certificate. We are focused on offering courses that support you in that next step in your career by providing superior industry-standard learning experiences. You will receive one-on-one coaching from industry experts and come away with new tools and skills you can apply to your work from day one.

Programs/Courses:

Certificate in Building Positive Workplace Cultures *

Strategic Public Communications: Building Impact & Influence

Coaching Skills for Leaders

Organizational Behaviour

* Only specific electives are pre-approved


International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans
t: 844.809.2698
e: continuinged@ifebp.org

The International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans is a non-profit membership association dedicated to providing pensions and benefits-related education throughout Canada and the United States. Content is delivered through e-learning courses, face-to-face conferences and events, on-site education, research reports and online tools. The International Foundation also offers the Certified Employee Benefit Specialist® (CEBS®) designation, backed by academic partner Dalhousie University.

Programs: 

Fundamentals in Group Benefits & Fundamentals in Retirement Plans


University of Fredericton (UFred)
t: 1-877-454-6232
e: info@ufred.ca

The University of Fredericton (UFred) is a fully-online, degree-granting institution offering certificate, diploma and degree programs. Founded and based in Fredericton, New Brunswick, UFred takes exceptional pride in its offering of innovative, relevant online education that emphasizes leadership development and lifelong learning.  UFred offers a unique, completely online learning experience that supports the academic and professional goals of its constituents. Through approachable, friendly support and service, we are devoted to creating student success.

Programs:

 Basic Certificate (1 course), Manager Certificate (3 courses), Advanced Certificate (5 courses) & Enhancing Workplace Resiliency (1 course)


 

Pacific Coast University for Workplace Health Sciences (PCU-WHS)
t: 778-421-0821
e: info@pcu-whs.ca

PCU-WHS has offered courses online since 2014, with highly experienced faculty from across Canada and around the world. It has the knowledge and experience to deliver courses using an online learning management system and technologies that enable students to complete their course work at a time and place most convenient for them, and to schedule the number of courses that works best for them.

Program: 

Disability Management Practitioner Certificate Program