Details
Name
Career Transition Program-Cohort 18 (9:00am-1:30pm)
Date/Time
January 9, 2024 - March 26, 2024
9:00 am - 1:30 pm MST
Location
AIMGA Calgary
Suite 202 - 1409 Edmonton Trail NE
Calgary, AB
Categories
Calendar
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Description
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:
The Career Transition Program (CTP) has been made possible by Government Of Alberta to assist International Medical Graduates (IMGs) who are considering an alternative pathway into the Canadian health care system as a short or long-term career goal.
The goals of the Career Transition Program are to:
- Increase IMGs’ overall knowledge and awareness of alternative career pathways through a series of employment-related workshops,
- Provide IMGs with an opportunity to meet with fellow IMGs in alternative careers and to obtain feedback from employment coaches and mentors, and
- Equip IMGs with the tools necessary to manage their own career paths.
Program Format
The Career Transition Program consists of the following:
- Weekly career workshops with guest speakers
- Opportunities to connect with potential mentors/employers
- One on one coaching session with Career Transition Programs Employment Coach.
WorkshopsÂ
This program consists of 10 workshops covering the following topics:
- Managing transitions
- Making the most of change
- Dealing with the loss of professional identity
- Finding a job in Canada that makes use of your experience, education and expertise
- Alternative careers
- Networking
- Informational interviews
- Understanding and using social media effectively
- Your elevator pitch and professional biography
- Putting your resume and interviewing skills to the test
- Giving and receiving feedback within the Canadian context
- Successfully managing conflict in the workplace
- The importance of soft skills, teamwork, initiative, and critical thinking
Eligibility
To be considered for the program, participants must meet the following requirements:
- Must be an AIMGA member in good standing
- Must be able to complete 80% of the program, which is equivalent to two absences
- Must be committed to seeking employment or enrolling in an education program related to their alternative career path within the next six months
- IRCC eligible
How to apply:
Note: This program is funded by Government of Alberta as it aligns with their commitment to support Permanent Residents in Canada. To apply to this program, please complete the application form using this link: https://aimga.ca/career-transition-program-ctp-application/
For any questions or concerns, please contact the Career Transition Program Coordinator, Onyinyechi Onuoha at ony@aimga.ca
Acknowledgements
This program has been made possible with funds from the Government Of Alberta to assist IMGs considering alternative pathways into the Canadian healthcare system.
Bookings
Status
Currently 16 of 16 spaces have been booked for this program.
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This program is fully booked.
Have questions about the licensure pathways? Have questions about specific steps to licensure and the supports available to you? Are you applying for a job in healthcare and need support? Wondering about AIMGA and what supports we provide? We have Career Advisors available to respond to questions you have.
We support all International Medical Graduates/Physicians across Canada including those who are considering coming to Canda (pre-arrivals). We want you to make informed choices about your careers and are here to help you navigate the system. We know the sooner you connect with us and the supports we offer, the more likely you are to succeed and start your next step.
Meet us online via Microsoft Teams by clicking the link, see us in-person at our Calgary office (Suite 202, 1409 Edmonton Trail NE), or call us by phone at 403-520-7730.
The drop-in timeframes are for any questions or support you may need. As this is a drop-in timeframe, time may be limited to 15-20 minutes.
If more time is needed, please click here to book a follow-up appointment with an advisor. We look forward to serving you.
| Morning Drop-in Hours Monday to Friday 9:00 am to 12:00 pm [MDT] |
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| Afternoon Drop-in Hours Monday to Thursday 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm [MDT] |
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Name
Advisors Online Drop-In (Afternoon)
Date/Time
February 1, 2024 - February 29, 2024
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm MST
Location
Online
Categories
Calendar
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Description
Have questions about the licensure pathways? Have questions about specific steps to licensure and the supports available to you? Are you applying for a job in healthcare and need support? Wondering about AIMGA and what supports we provide? We have Career Advisors available to respond to questions you have.
We support all International Medical Graduates/Physicians across Canada including those who are considering coming to Canada (pre-arrivals). We want you to make informed choices about your careers and are here to help you navigate the system. We know the sooner you connect with us and the supports we offer, the more likely you are to succeed and start your next step.
Meet us online via Microsoft Teams by clicking the link, see us in-person at our Calgary office (Suite 202, 1409 Edmonton Trail NE), or call us by phone at 403-520-7730.
The drop-in timeframes are for any questions or support you may need. As this is a drop-in timeframe, time may be limited to 15-20 minutes.
If more time is needed, please click here to book a follow-up appointment with an advisor. We look forward to serving you.
| Afternoon Drop-in Hours Monday to Thursday 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm [MDT] |
Microsoft Teams Meeting Join on your computer, mobile app, or room device Click here to join the meeting Meeting ID: 250 918 896 292 Passcode: f4CvKa Download Teams | Join on the web | Learn More | Meeting options |
Bookings
Status
Currently 0 of 0 spaces have been booked for this program.
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Online bookings are not currently available.
Details
Name
NAC-OSCE Exam Preparation Course – Tuesday Afternoons (1PM-4PM MST)
Date/Time
January 30, 2024 - April 16, 2024
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm MST
Location
Online
Categories
Calendar
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Description
Description:
The Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) Study Group assists Internationally Trained Physicians in preparing for the National Assessment Collaboration (NAC). The competencies and the objectives for the NAC OSCE are reviewed and the expectations of a PGY1 resident are outlined for the different case scenarios presented. The sessions focus on taking an organized history, clinical knowledge and skills, physical exam skills, the think-aloud technique, approach to the patient, ethics, professionalism, communication, and decision-making abilities.
** Proof of registration will be required to register and can be sent to Toju(toju@aimga.ca).
This study group will be facilitated by Dr. Bruce Fisher.
The online sessions will be held on Tuesdays from 1pm-4pm from January 30th-April 16th 2024.
*PLEASE DO NOT REGISTER FOR THE OTHER NAC OSCE GROUP SESSIONS IF REGISTERING FOR THISÂ CLASS.
The program objectives are:
- to understand the exam objectives, format, and assessment criteria;
- to increase clinical knowledge, decision-making, and management across a broad range of cases through discussion on current evidence, practice, and feedback;
- to review specific tasks such as case presentations, interpreting of results based on expected formats;
- to enhance communication, cultural and language skills relative to patient-centered care and the Canadian context; and
- to familiarize oneself with time frames allotted for demonstrating competencies
For questions and/or registration support please call us at 403-452-6534 or email Toju at toju@aimga.ca. We look forward to serving you.
Bookings
Status
Currently 25 of 24 spaces have been booked for this program.
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This program is fully booked.
Details
Name
New Member Orientation Part 1: Welcome Session
Date / Time
February 6, 2024
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm MST
Categories
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AIMGA is hosting a four-part New Member Orientation (NMO) session; Welcome Session, Residency Pathways, Practice Readiness Assessment (AB) and Other Provinces and Alternative Career Pathways. These sessions are designed to help members understand the goals of our organization and programs in a format that is easily digestible and offers greater flexibility for individual schedules.
It is mandatory for new members to attend our Part 1 (Welcome Session) as this will ensure that members are able to sign up for any upcoming workshops, study groups, clinical sessions, one-on-one consultations, etc.
This session will be an introduction to AIMGA, an overview of programs & services in addition to upcoming events/workshops
These sessions are also open to current members who may need a refresher on certain aspects of our programs and services.
To register:
Step 1: Confirm your seat below to register via the website
Step 2: The Zoom link will be included in your registration confirmation that is sent to you by email. Our program administrators also email the link to you.
Step 3: When joining via the Zoom link, please ensure to indicate your first and last name in order to be let into the session. If you cannot be identified, you will not be let in. Also, if joining late (15 minutes or more), you may not be let in as these sessions are only 1 hour in length.
Roman (roman@aimga.ca) will be leading this session.
For registration help or information, please call us at 403-520-7730 or email Toju at toju@aimga.caÂ
Bookings
Status
Currently 51 of 100 spaces have been booked for this program.
Bookings are closed for this program.
Details
Name
QE1 Exam Preparation Course – Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday (6:30pm-8pm MDT)
Date/Time
February 1, 2024 - February 29, 2024
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm MST
Location
Online
Categories
Calendar
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Description
The Medical Council of Canada Qualifying Exam Part 1 Study Group is facilitated by a moderator to assist IMGs to prepare for this examination. Currently, we have several moderators for the QE1 at AIMGA. These sessions are being offered online.
The MCCQE Part I is a summative examination that assesses the critical medical knowledge and clinical decision-making ability of a candidate at a level expected of a medical student who is completing his or her medical degree in Canada. The examination is based on the MCC Objectives, which are organized under the CanMEDS roles. Candidates graduating and completing the MCCQE Part I normally enter supervised practice. Aside from formal accreditation processes of the undergraduate and postgraduate education programs, the MCCQE Part I is the only national standard for medical schools across Canada and, therefore, is administered at the end of medical school.
The MCCQE Part I is a one-day, computer-based test. Candidates have four hours in the morning to complete 210 Multiple-Choice Questions and up to three and a half hours in the afternoon for the Clinical Decision-Making component, which consists of 38 cases with short-menu and short-answer write-in questions. For specialist IMGs, the QE1 requires a complete review of all areas of medicine.
AIMGA’s MCCQE1 study groups are offered throughout the year on a quarterly basis. AIMGA provides study materials through our in-person medical library and other relevant resources as a means of preparation. We also have quest speakers that contribute to specialty area topics on a quarterly basis.
Please note it is required that you register here on the website before accessing the study session.
For questions and/or registration support please call us at 403 452 6534 or email Toju at toju@aimga.ca. We look forward to serving you.
Bookings
Status
Currently 355 of 400 spaces have been booked for this program.
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Bookings are closed for this program.