Pillars of Excellence Series

Navigating Clinical Uncertainty

Uncertainty is part of the job in healthcare—diagnostics, treatment responses, prognoses, you name it. But here’s the good news: learning to embrace uncertainty can actually make you a better clinician. It boosts resilience, sharpens decision-making, and even improves patient outcomes.  


Ever found yourself stuck, unsure of the best treatment plan or how to deliver a prognosis with confidence? You’re not alone. These challenges are universal—but they’re also manageable.  


In this 4-week self-guided online course, you’ll dive into the root causes of uncertainty in clinical practice and learn how it impacts both you and your patients. You’ll identify different types of uncertainty, spot the cognitive biases that can trip you up, and gain practical skills for clear, honest communication with patients.  


With engaging videos, relatable case studies, reflective exercises, essential readings, and quizzes, this course is designed to make your practice less stressful and more rewarding. You’ll build trust, make more confident decisions, and feel better equipped to handle clinical complexities. Ready to face uncertainty with clarity and confidence? Let’s do this!

Duration
4 weeks
2 hours per week
Learning Activities
Videos
Articles
Reflection
Case Studies
Quizzes
Who is this for?

Any HCP

Your Instructor

Steve Young PT
Sean Overin PT

Format

Self-paced
Online

Price

$497

Pillars of excellence

Navigating Clinical Uncertainty

Uncertainty in clinical practice can stir up insecurities, imposter syndrome, and fears of being judged, impacting confidence, decision-making, and job satisfaction—not to mention patient care. This course equips you with the skills to tackle these challenges, build resilience, and feel more confident and fulfilled in your practice.

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Testimonials

What our learners say

"This course gave me the tools to finally make peace with the ‘grey zones’ of my work—you know, the ones that usually make you second-guess everything. It’s helped me slow down, check my biases (yep, turns out I have some), and actually get patients more involved in their care. The result? Happier patients, better trust, and way fewer internal freak-outs when making clinical decisions." 
"I used to stress out when I couldn’t give my patients a clear-cut answer, but now I’ve got practical strategies to confidently tackle the grey areas. Turns out, patients love the honesty, and I’m building better solutions—and stronger relationships—than ever before! I loved the variety of learning tools which kept it interesting—no death by PowerPoint here!"

Steve Young
Registered Physiotherapist

Meet your instructor
Steve received an undergraduate degree from the University of Victoria before attending the McMaster University physiotherapy program in Hamilton, Ontario. He graduated summa cum laude in 1999 before returning to Victoria to work in private practice. 

Steve has extensive post graduate education, organizing and attending dozens of orthopaedic and pain science courses. He previously served as CBI Health’s Senior Clinical Educator for seven years on Vancouver Island and has taught continuing education courses throughout British Columbia and North America. He is a partner and faculty member with AMP Healthcare Education teaching musculoskeletal rehabilitation courses.