Career Programs

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Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Students will learn everything from important anatomy and patient care to proper equipment use, quality imaging, and proper procedures for scanning. Small class sizes and a practicum component allow for a more focused learning environment for students to hone their skills and succeed in the profession.

Program Length: 80 weeks
Format: Blended learning program, combining face-to-face instruction with structured online learning components
Credential: Diploma in Diagnostic Medical Sonography

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Basic Massage Therapy

Start your journey to becoming a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) with our Basic Massage Therapy Program. Our curriculum is designed to inspire students to recognize the full healing potential of massage and the impact it can have on an individual’s health. The program includes topics such as Swedish relaxation massage foundations and an introduction to therapeutic techniques.

Program Length: 8 months
Format: Blend of distance and classroom learning, with a hands-on, practical component
Credential: Diploma in Massage Therapy (1008 Hours)

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Advanced Massage Therapy

Complete your journey and earn your RMT designation with the Advanced Massage Therapy Program. Build upon the foundations and concepts taught in the first year Basic Relaxation Massage program and learn assessment and corrective techniques for acute and chronic pain found in the soft tissues and associated structures of the body. In addition, MCG is one of the only institutions in Alberta teaching the Lensen™ Technique, which combines elements of osteopathy with massage therapy.

Program Length: 10 months
Format: Blend of distance and classroom learning, with a hands-on, practical component
Credentials:
- Certified Lensen™ Therapist Certificate
- Diploma in Advanced Therapeutic Massage (1288 Hours)

Completion of both the Basic Relaxation Massage program and the Advanced Therapeutic Massage program will provide the graduate with 2288 hours of instruction, exceeding the required 2200 hours of instruction to earn a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) designation.

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Medical Office Assistant & Unit Clerk

Learn the necessary skills and theoretical knowledge needed to become a competent and confident Medical Office Assistant and Unit Clerk. Students graduate proficient in medical terminology, anatomy and pharmacology, healthcare communications, medical office software as well as managing electronic medical records, billing and unit clerk-specific tasks such as processing physician’s orders.

Program Length: 5 months
Format: Blend of distance and classroom learning, with a hands-on, practical component
Credential: Medical Office Assistant and Unit Clerk Certificate

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Continuing Education Courses

Basic Life Support & CPR

- Heart & Stroke

Basic Life Support (BLS) and CPR is the foundational emergency cardiovascular course for all healthcare professionals and first responders. This 4-hour Heart & Stroke Foundation based-course is intended to help improve patient outcomes and teaches both single-rescuer and team basic life support skills for application in pre-hospital and in-facility settings.

Program Length: 4 Hours
Format: Classroom
Credential: BLS & CPR Completion Card (valid for 12 months)

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Medical First Responder

The Medical First Responder (MFR) program is designed to provide the student with the confidence, knowledge and skills required to provide first-on-scene emergency care to patients in medical and traumatic emergencies. MFR is an entry-level program to provide initial scene safety, patient assessment, and appropriate treatment. The program is an essential step for those wanting to continue their medical education in the Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Program or into the Primary Care Provider (PCP) and Advanced Paramedic Care Provider (ACP) professional roles.

Program Length: 300 Hours
Format: Blend of online learning, classroom learning, lab and practical sessions
Credentials:
- Medical First Responder Certificate
- Canadian Red Cross Advanced First Aid Certificate (valid for 3 years)
- International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) Basic Provider Certificate

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Psychological First Aid

- Red Cross

Develop a personal understanding of the effects of stress, loss, trauma and grief on others. This program puts emphasis on self-care and personal protection, and learners will be introduced to the Red Cross ‘Look, Listen, Link, Live’ model, a resiliency-building approach to emotional, psychological and social well-being. Graduates learn how to support themselves and others to cope with the effects of various types of stress.

Program Length: 12 Hours
Format: Classroom
Credential: Psychological First Aid (valid for 3 years)

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Standard First Aid with CPR / AED

- Red Cross

The Standard First Aid with CPR / AED is designed by the Red Cross,and is the standard course required to work on most oil and gas sites. This comprehensive course provides participants with skills to respond to standard emergencies in the workplace, their homes and their communities., and meets the legislative requirements for provincial/territorial worker safety and insurance boards. It includes the latest first aid and CPR guidelines.

Program Length: 8 hours online and 5.5 – 7.5 hours classroom
Format: Blended
Credential: Standard First Aid, CPR Level A or C, and AED Certificates (valid for 3 years)

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Privacy, Confidentiality & Security Training

- Private Sector Organizations

The risk isn’t worth it. The Privacy, Confidentiality and Security Training: Private Sector Organizations course is designed to be a foundational course to equip staff and healthcare providers with the knowledge and skills to use personal data in a compliant and safe manner. If an organization is found to be non-compliant with privacy legislation, the financial impact can be quite significant. Avoid costly data breaches that may cause clients to lose trust in your brand and tarnish the reputation.

Program Length: 16 Hours
Format: Classroom
Credential: MCG Career College Certificate of Attendance

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