National Blood Operator Rotation

About the rotation

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Last updated: 2026-08-20

The National Rotation is an annual educational program organized by Canadian Blood Services that brings post-graduate medical trainees from across Canada together for two weeks of virtual synchronized interactive learning in transfusion medicine at the blood operator level. Through a series of expert-led seminars, participants will engage with subject matter experts from across Canadian Blood Services, gaining exposure to topics ranging from an overview of the national blood system to highly relevant clinical and medical aspects of transfusion medicine.

The National Rotation is designed to provide a foundational and practical knowledge that supports clinical training and future practice.

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The National Blood Operator Rotation is delivered through:

  • Live virtual seminars
  • Interactive question-and-answer sessions
  • Case-based discussions
  • Presentations from Canadian Blood Services experts and leaders

Sessions are held annually during November and are scheduled each weekday afternoon after 1:00 p.m. ET to facilitate participation from post-graduate trainees and faculty across all Canadian time zones.

Topics include:

  • Donor safety and screening

  • Pathogen reduction and blood component safety

  • Stem Cells and Cord Blood Program

  • Plasma protein products

  • Antenatal testing

  • Rare Blood Program

  • Adverse transfusion reactions

  • HLA and HPA platelets

 

 

Certificate of completion

 

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Trainees who participate in the National Blood Operator Rotation will receive a post-program survey via email following completion of the two-week series.

The survey is intended to:

  • Address any outstanding participant questions
  • Gather feedback on the educational experience
  • Support ongoing program improvement

Upon completion of the survey, participants will receive their Certificate of Completion for the National Blood Operator Rotation.

Registration

Upcoming National Blood Operator Rotation: November 16th -27th, 2026

 

Program Directors and residency program administrators are invited to register their post-graduate trainees for the National Blood Operator Rotation.

Registration is completed through the online form below, or you can open the form in a new tab.

 
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Registration details, schedules, and joining information will be provided to registered participants prior to the start of the program.

 

Frequently asked questions 

Who can participate? 

The program is intended for post-graduate trainees registered through their residency program and program directors.  

How is the rotation delivered? 

All sessions are delivered virtually through live, interactive Microsoft Teams seminars. 

Is attendance required at all sessions? 

Participants are encouraged to attend all sessions to maximize learning opportunities and successfully complete the program requirements. 

How do I obtain my certificate? 

A certificate is issued following completion of the post-program survey distributed after the rotation. 

 

Contact us 

For further questions regarding the National Blood Operator Rotation, registration, or program participation, please contact: 

NationalRotation@blood.ca