Welcome to the Canadian Fall Prevention Education Collaborative (CFPEC) and Canadian Fall Prevention Curriculum (CFPC) website.

We are:

  • A Centre for fall prevention education

  • A network of those who offer and take the CFPC workshops and CFPC E-learning courses

  • A platform for sharing the latest evidence, programs and events related to fall and injury prevention for older adults

What's New?

University-Based Pan-Canadian Fall Prevention Training for Home Care Aides

Transform Your Practice with SAIL Training

The Strategies and Actions for Independent Living (SAIL) program equips home care aides and community support workers with practical, evidence-based tools to help clients live safely at home by preventing falls and fall-related injuries.

What You'll Experience

This instructor-facilitated, 3-week online course (approximately 12 hours of study) combines:

  • Real-world case studies
  • Interactive video content
  • Engaging group discussions
  • Hands-on assessments

Ready-to-Use Tools You will Master

🎥 3-Level Home Exercise Program

  • Client-ready exercise videos
  • Training in client motivation and support techniques

📋 Comprehensive Risk Assessment

  • Detailed risk-factor checklist
  • Action-plan framework with proven reduction strategies

📊 Documentation & Tracking

  • Fall tracking and reporting tools
  • Progress monitoring systems

🔄 Ongoing Support

  • Early access to updated SAIL tools and videos
  • Supervisory guidance for managing SAIL programs

Apply Your Learning Immediately

Every tool and strategy can be implemented in your practice right away, creating safer environments for your clients while enhancing your professional skills.

Ready to get started? Visit: continuingstudies.uvic.ca/SAIL

SAIL Dates: November 7th to 28th, 2025
 

Advances in Indigenous Fall Prevention

For access to the Indigenous Fall Prevention Symposium click on the following links: REPORT  and VIDEO This pivotal event,  held in Newfoundland, June 11, 2018 marks the beginning of an international network on this important issue. Please visit www.fallsloop.com and follow the instructions under "Private Groups".

 

Article

By: Vicky Scott, RN, PhD, Clinical Professor, School of Population and Public Health, Faculty of Medicine, University of British Columbia 

 

 

CFPC E-Learning: Upcoming Dates

Canadian Fall Prevention Curriculum –  Redesigned for 2025

All New Look • Current Evidence • Fresh Approaches

Experience the award-winning, internationally recognized fall prevention course that's been extensively redesigned with the latest evidence-based strategies and proven implementation science approaches.

What's New 

The Canadian Fall Prevention Curriculum and accompanying textbook feature comprehensive updates including:

  • Current evidence on fall risk assessment and prevention
  • Fresh approaches to sustainable interventions
  • Proven implementation science strategies from the field
  • Enhanced content for all healthcare settings

Course Details

📅 Dates: October 24 – November 28, 2025


🌐 Format: Online, international accessibility


🏆 Recognition: Award-winning curriculum

Registration & Resources

Register Now: continuingstudies.uvic.ca/CFPC

Handout:

Required Textbook: Fall Prevention Programming (2nd edition) by Vicky Scott, RN, PhD

  • Available at www.lulu.com or Amazon
  • Aussi disponible en français

Bonus for Book Owners: Access the exclusive Book Owner's Page for additional resources, including the Scott Fall Risk Assessment tool.

Perfect for Healthcare Providers in All Settings

Whether you work in hospitals, long-term care, community health, or home care, this comprehensive course provides the tools and knowledge you need to implement effective fall prevention programs.

Secure your spot today – registration is now open!