Tips from the RCPSC

1. Learning objectives must be written from the learner’s perspective. They should clearly state what a participant will know or be able to do as a result of attending an event or session.

2. Next, your statement needs an action verb describing what the participant will be able to do or the action they will be able to undertake. Avoid using vague or abstract words like believe, value, appreciate, be aware of, be familiar with, etc.

A learning objective typically completes a statement like the following:

At the end of this session, participants will be able to _________