This 30 hour course is for those who work as or desire to work as Return to Work Specialists. The course focuses on the process of helping injured workers return to work as quickly and safely as possible, with dignity and job security. Topics include: identifying and overcoming barriers in the RTW process, determining essential duties, identifying and offering short term and long term suitable work, how to develop accommodation and job restructuring plans, worker obligations, disability related legal principles including the duty to accommodate, the employers’ obligation under legislation, contract language, RTW committees, Labour Market Re-entry services and RTW mediation. Graduates of this course will be prepared to immediately impact on re-employment at their individual workplaces. Their contributions can result in significant cost savings for the employer and the Board alike. Pre-requisites are Level I and II ODRT courses or equivalency.
***Please note that WSIB Levels I & II are pre-requisites prior to registering for this workshop***
In response to the health concerns of our members and staff, CUPE has implemented a Scent-Free Policy at all of our workshops. Scented products such as hair spray, perfume and deodorant can trigger reactions such as respiratory distress and headaches. Facilitators and participants are asked to refrain from using scented products while attending our workshops and meetings. Thank you for your cooperation.
- $155.00 per registrant
Registration fees must be received promptly following your online registration in order to guarantee your spot within this CUPE educational opportunity. Cheques can be made payable to the Renfrew District CUPE Council and mailed to:
In order to obtain a refund for your course registration fees, kindly submit your request via email to Tanya Paruch (tparuch@cupe.ca), prior to the registration deadline. Kindly indicate your name, address, email, and CUPE Local number. Please note that this workshop may be subject to cancellation due to low registration or other reasons.