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Canada’s Leading Brain Injury Professional Training Programs

Developed in partnership between the Ontario Brain Injury Association and Brock University, OBIA’s certificate training programs provide advanced, faculty-led education for professionals working with individuals living with acquired brain injuries. 

Our programs are delivered LIVE ONLINE and led by university faculty, offering:

    • Teaching by subject-matter experts
    • Real-time instruction and discussion
    • Immediate answers to questions
    • Live, facilitated case analysis
    • Interactive, responsive professional education

More than 10,000 professionals have completed OBIA’s certificate training programs.

For over 35 years, OBIA has developed and delivered brain injury education and training and is recognized as a leader in the field.

Presented by the Ontario Brain Injury Association and formally recognized by Brock University, each program concludes with participants receiving a non-credit Professional Certificate from Brock University upon successful completion.

What Our Students Say?

“The information I have received will be so very helpful for my day-to-day work and understanding my clients better.”

“I learned so much! I feel like the strategies provided were really practical and relevant. I liked the use of both evidence, research, and real world examples when providing information.”

“Absolutely loved the course and the material. It will be very supportive to my own practice in working on the frontline with individuals who have ABI or TBI.”

“Very well done to all involved and thank you all so much. I have obtained so much more knowledge that I can apply in my position daily and this course really has helped me see differently at my workplace.”

“I have gained a new skill set and knowledge that I will be able to apply when working with my clients. I am definitely going to be taking another course through this platform and I have already researched the program. Thank you all for your expertise and knowledge.”

“Variety of instructors was great – I appreciated hearing from all and learning from their areas of expertise.”

Why Choose These Programs?

  • University-Level, Faculty-Led Certification
    Earn a professional certificate from Brock University while learning directly from experienced faculty in brain injury.
  • Fully Virtual and Accessible
    Live online training removes geographic barriers and supports participation across Canada and beyond.
  • Designed for Real-World Practice
    Case-based learning and practical strategies you can apply immediately in your professional role.
  • Evidence-Informed and Person-Centred
    Grounded in current research, best practices, and lived experience.

What Will You Gain?

By completing our online professional training programs, you will:

  • Build a stronger understanding of brain injury and its long-term impacts
  • Develop practical, evidence-informed strategies for community and acute care settings
  • Gain specialized learning in key areas, such as mental health and addictions, cognitive interventions, and neurobehavioural disorders
  • Learn through live, faculty-led training programs with opportunities for discussion, reflection, and applied learning
  • Strengthen confidence and effectiveness in your professional role
  • Connect with a growing network of professionals committed to improving outcomes for individuals living with brain injury

Who Should Enroll?

These programs are designed for anyone whose work or lived experience involves supporting individuals living with brain injury, including:

  • Rehabilitation and health care professionals:
    • Occupational Therapists
    • Physiotherapists
    • Nurses
    • Speech Language Pathologists
    • Behaviour Analysts
    • Chiropractors
  • Frontline workers
  • Case managers and service coordinators
  • Rehab support workers
  • Community support workers
  • Teachers and educational assistants
  • Social workers
  • Mental health counsellors
  • Hospital, long-term care, and residential staff
  • Employment, return-to-work, and vocational support professionals
  • Lawyers and legal professionals
  • Probation, parole and corrections officers
  • Insurance adjusters and claims professionals
  • Family members and caregivers
  • Others whose roles intersect with brain injury in community, legal, education, health, or support settings.

Upcoming Courses

Cognitive Interventions for Adults with Acquired Brain Injury (Level 2)
Online Classroom

Date: June 22 – 23, 2026

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All Courses

Neurorehabilitation: Assisting Recovery and Function in Everyday Life Following Brain Injury (Level 1)
Online Classroom

Date: TBA

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Children and Youth with Acquired Brain Injury / Concussion
Online Classroom

Date: TBA

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Mental Health, Addictions and Brain Injury (Level 2)
Online Classroom

Date: TBA

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Neurobehavioural Disorders: Their Origin, Nature and Rehabilitation (Level 2)
Online Classroom

Date: TBA

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Neuropsychological Assessments: Beyond Testing (Level 2)
Online Classroom

Date: TBA

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Advanced Brain Injury Rehabilitation (Level 2)
Online Classroom

Date: TBA

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For more information, contact:

Leah Hughes, Training Coordinator & Special Projects
Ontario Brain Injury Association
PO Box 2338,
St. Catharines, ON L2R 7R9
Ph: (905) 641-8877 ext. 102 or 1-855-642-8877
Email: training@obia.on.ca

OBIA is extremely grateful for the generous sponsorship of our Certificate Training Programs from our Gold Corporate Champion.

 

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