Primary Care Series 2026

Practical education from leading specialists for real-world primary care
A live, online series designed to support nurse practitioners and other primary care clinicians with practical, evidence-informed guidance on the clinical areas they manage every day

Super early bird registration is now open.

NP Circle is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

Why attend?

NP Circle is Canada’s largest and most trusted nurse practitioner community, supporting thousands of clinicians across Canada and beyond.

Our annual Primary Care Series has been offered each year since 2024 and continues to evolve based on the real clinical questions and practice challenges raised by our nurse practitioner community.

The 2026 series focuses on practical clinical decision-making across common, high-impact areas of primary care. Sessions are designed to help you navigate these areas with greater clarity and confidence, from initial assessment to follow-up and referral decisions.

All sessions are live, with dedicated time for case-based teaching and Q&A. If you can’t attend live, full recordings are available so you can learn on your own schedule.

Who should attend?

This series is designed for nurse practitioners working in primary care, including those with focused or specialized practices. It is also open to other primary care clinicians seeking clinically practical, experience-informed education.

The content assumes a working knowledge of primary care fundamentals and is appropriate for both early-career and experienced clinicians looking to strengthen day-to-day decision-making.

How does it work?

This program includes 12 live online sessions, delivered across the year in two seasonal blocks.

Sessions take place in April–May 2026 (Spring) and September–October 2026 (Fall). You register once and receive access to all sessions, whether you attend live or view the recordings on demand.

Each session is 90 minutes and includes focused teaching with dedicated time for case-based teaching and Q&A. Recordings are available on demand.

A certificate of completion is available for learners who meet activity requirements.

Speakers

All sessions are led by experienced specialists, with teaching focused on how specialist guidance can be applied within everyday primary care practice.

Faculty will be announced soon.

Agenda

A 12-session virtual series designed to strengthen clinical knowledge and clinical decision making in primary care through specialist-led teaching, interactive case discussion, and live Q&A. Sessions will take place Tuesdays at 7:00 PM ET across two cohorts: April–May 2026 (Spring) and September–October 2026 (Fall). All sessions will be recorded and available on demand.

Planned coverage includes:
• Dermatology: common presentations, first-line management, red flags
• ECG interpretation for symptom-based presentations: chest pain, palpitations, syncope
• Mental health: depression and anxiety assessment, treatment starts, follow-up planning, escalation
• Menopause care: initiating and optimizing hormone therapy, counselling, when to refer
• Cardiorenal-metabolic care: cardiovascular and kidney risk reduction in primary care
• Pediatrics: sick vs safe, red flags, outpatient first-line management, escalation
• Contraception: practical selection and counselling across the lifespan
• MSK: back, shoulder, knee assessment, imaging decisions, interpreting report language
• CKD: eGFR and urine ACR interpretation, medication optimization, referral thresholds
• Older adults: polypharmacy, deprescribing, prescribing cascades
• Cognitive change: screening, reversible causes, next steps and supports
• Men’s health: ED, LUTS/BPH, testosterone considerations, when to refer

Final topics will be announced soon and may change.

FAQs

Yes. All sessions are recorded and available for on-demand learning.
NP Circle is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Final contact hours for this activity will be announced soon.
These programs serve different goals.
Primary Care Review Course
A fully self-paced, online review course designed to strengthen day-to-day primary care decision making through a structured, evidence-based walkthrough of common acute and chronic conditions, using consistent clinical frameworks for assessment, diagnostic reasoning, initial management, and referral considerations.
Primary Care Series
A live, specialist-led webinar series designed to sharpen clinical decision making on high-impact topics commonly encountered in primary care. Each session includes focused specialist teaching, interactive case walk-throughs, and live Q&A, with recordings available on demand.
If you’re looking for a comprehensive refresher you can complete on your own schedule, the Primary Care Review Course is the best fit. If you want focused deep dives with specialist insight, interactive cases, and live Q&A, the Primary Care Series is the best fit.
For the most comprehensive primary care learning experience, you may choose to enrol in both.
No. This series is open to all clinicians working in or interested in primary care.

Testimonials

“NP Circle is an incredible platform for the busy NP. Not only are their multiple course offerings, but there is a plethora of valuable resources at one's fingertips - including the valuable input from other NP's. Having taken multiple courses from a wide variety of platforms, I can attest that NP Circle is absolutely the best program out there in regards to content and value for money. The NP Circle Lab Interpretation Course is by far the most valuable course I have ever taken.”
Meagan Beavers, MSN, RN, BA, FNP-C, CEN
Nurse Practitioner - CA, ON
“NP Circle creates the best educational opportunities I’ve come across in my NP career thus far. Hearing from the industry’s top specialists about tips and tricks on how we can manage many illnesses and conditions that we often refer for in primary care is motivating, empowering and can significantly reduce the volume of referrals sent and wait times for patients.”
Brooke Wagner, MN, NP-PHC
Nurse Practitioner - ON
“These are the most important education sessions you can attend as a nurse practitioner in primary health care. You leave with tangible tools to better serve your patients and minimize unnecessary referrals and long specialist wait times. Sessions are organized with sufficient time for questions and some specialist even provide post-session written materials.”
Alexandra Milne, MN, NP-PHC
Nurse Practitioner - ON
“This is a wonderful platform. I actually left primary care about a year ago because I was a new grad and felt so overwhelmed by all the knowledge gaps I had. But since I’ve been watching all of these webinars and doing my own studying to fill in my learning gaps, I went back to primary care a couple of months ago. I’m sure you know this, but you are making such a massive difference for NPs!”
Kelsey MacNeil, MN, NP-PHC
Nurse Practitioner - ON
“Could not be happier with my decision to attend this event. For ~$20 per session, you get evidence-based and relevant clinical tools from medical specialists. The majority of the sessions are held after a standard work day and recorded for later viewing as well, which is super convenient. After attending each session, I take away valuable knowledge that will enhance the care that I provide my patients.”
Claire Smith, MN, NP-PHC
Nurse Practitioner - ON
"I am so incredibly grateful and happy that NP Circle exists! I’ve always felt that NPs in Canada haven’t previously had structured and high quality resources available to help foster continuing education after graduation, and NP Circle has really superseded my expectations. Every course I’ve attended has left me with a wealth of invaluable and practical knowledge, and the “Resource” section on this website is full of high-quality and practical resources! I also love the questions and answers that NPs accross Canada are able to contribute to, it’s such a helpful learning resource. I can’t thank Aliya enough for creating this space for all of us!"
Andrea Mayne, MN, AGPCNP
Nurse Practitioner - ON
“As an experienced nurse practitioner, I found this lab interpretation course to be both refreshing and incredibly valuable. The content is concise yet comprehensive, covering everything from basic panels to more complex diagnostics in a clinically relevant way. It’s clear the course was designed with real-world application in mind — bridging the gap between textbook knowledge and what we actually see in practice. Whether you’re newly licensed or have years under your belt, this course sharpens your diagnostic skills and boosts confidence in managing complex lab results. Highly recommend for anyone looking to elevate their clinical acumen.”
Kristen Carey, MN, NP(F)
Nurse Practitioner - SK, BC
"I’m loving being a part of NP Circle! The courses are taught by MDs and NPs who are the best in their field. I’ve had so many great takeaways for my practice. All the resources I need for practice are easily accessible. It’s also been nice to receive updates on relevant news to NP practice and to learn from difficult cases posted by other NPs. Any questions I have related to daily practice or career advancement I can post on there and someone always has helpful advice/information. All in all it’s a great one stop shop for all my NP needs!"
Helen Nicolle, NP-PHC
Nurse Practitioner - ON, NB
"As a new graduate, NP Circle has been a life changer for me. I feel extremely empowered by the community, the trainings, and the knowledge I’ve gained so far. The Lab Interpretation Course has made a huge difference in my confidence and was exactly what I needed. I love the short videos, how the course is divided, and how clear and easy everything is to understand. It’s already changing my day-to-day practice!"
Marianne Leblond, MN, IPSPL
Nurse Practitioner - QC
"NP Circle’s Lab Interpretation Course is an amazing resource for both new and seasoned NPs. It’s self-paced with lifetime access and is conveniently delivered in short sections that can be completed at any time as schedules allow. The hard work put into the development of this course is evidenced by the comprehensive content and expert review. This is an outstanding and much needed resource for all NPs contributing to a gap in NP education. Thank you NP Circle!"
Kimberly Harkness, MN, NP-PHC, NP-Adult, GNC(C)
Nurse Practitioner - ON
“I’m so happy this exists! I would highly recommend these events to any primary care provider who is looking to gain knowledge from some of the best specialists and improve their everyday practice. I’ve already been able to implement some of the knowledge I gained from the first session into my practice and prevent an unnecessary referral! 5/5 stars”
Bri Smith, MN, NP-PHC
Nurse Practitioner - ON
"As a recently retired NP, I have experienced firsthand the diverse facets of our profession, from clinical expertise and advocacy, to leadership , scholarship, and research. Now more than ever, it's crucial to be part of a supportive community of like-minded NPs. Being connected in this way empowers us to grow both individually and collectively, enhancing our ability to elevate patient care to new heights."
Claudia Mariano, MSc, PHCNP
Retired Nurse Practitioner - ON