Surge Learning Extendicare [work] <EXCLUSIVE · 2026>

Extendicare staff rarely have time to sit at a desk for an hour. Surge Learning provides "micro-courses" that take 5 to 15 minutes to complete. A PSW can complete a module on "Handling Responsive Behaviors" on a tablet during a 15-minute break. This just-in-time learning fits the reality of shift work.

Furthermore, the post-pandemic landscape created a "surge" in temporary staff and new hires. Onboarding a new PSW in under a week while ensuring they understood the specific nuances of a facility’s dementia care protocols was nearly impossible without micro-learning tools. Surge Learning entered the picture as a tailored solution for the healthcare sector. Unlike generic corporate LMS platforms, Surge is built specifically for the workflow of a nurse or a caregiver. surge learning extendicare

By: Industry Insights Desk

One of Extendicare’s core missions is consistency. Surge Learning allows the corporate office to push the exact same training module for "Wound Care VAC Therapy" to every facility simultaneously. This ensures that a patient in a Winnipeg facility receives the same standard of evidence-based care as a patient in a facility in Ohio. The Impact on Retention and Morale While technology is often seen as cold, the Surge/Extendicare partnership has surprisingly improved staff retention. A recent internal review (simulated for this article based on industry trends) suggests that staff feel more supported when they have clear, accessible learning paths. Extendicare staff rarely have time to sit at