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Canada’s only post-secondary institution devoted exclusively to applied health sciences education

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Established in 1958 and recognized as a leader in applied health education, The Michener Institute is unique. Funded by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care to address the need for quality diagnostic and therapeutic services, Michener graduates work collaboratively with physicians and nurses to directly impact patient health. The Michener Institute is the only post-secondary institution devoted exclusively to educating applied health sciences professionals.

Our history

Medical Laboratory Technology pilot program started at Toronto General Hospital

Chiropody program begins, first in Canada

Michener partners with CAE to create Michener/CAE Centre for the Advancement of Simulation and Education (CASE), one of the largest simulation-based learning centres in North America

Radiography program launched

Name changed from Toronto Institute of Medical Technology to The Michener Institute for Applied Health Sciences

Respiratory Therapy program introduced

Introduction of the Genetics Technology advanced diploma program

October 2012 was the 40th

anniversary of the building

Opening of building at 222 St. Patrick St., Ontario’s only vertical campus

Canada’s first Medical Radiation Sciences degree/diploma program introduced with University of Toronto

Michener adds Working with Seniors and Quality Improvement curriculum to simulation semester to help better prepare students for the changing health care environment

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Nuclear Medicine and Cytotechnology programs started, first in Ontario

Partnership with Laurentian University and Cancer Care North for distance education program in Radiation Therapy

Postgraduate diploma program in Cardiovascular Perfusion launched

Michener celebrates its 50th anniversary

Michener develops a blueprint to revolutionize the role we will play in today and tomorrow’s health system www.michenermomentum.ca

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From our humble beginnings in 1958, the school has steadily increased its programs and offerings over five decades. Today, Michener stands tall and proud as the leading educator of applied health practitioners. Above all, The Michener Institute’s legacy lives on with its graduates, who, to this day, continue to care about patients and provide quality care.

Diana Michener SchatzThe Michener Institute’s Founder and first CEO

Medical Laboratory Science

Radiation Therapy Laurentian University Joint Program

Respiratory Therapy

Nuclear Medicine & Molecular Imaging TechnologyUniversity of Toronto Joint Program

Radiation TherapyUniversity of Toronto Joint Program

Radiological TechnologyUniversity of Toronto Joint Program Cardiovascular Perfusion

Chiropody

Diagnostic Cytology

Genetics Technology

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At Michener, you are being groomed to operate at the highest level with the established leaders in health practices, research and education.

Maureen Adamson, BBA, MBA, ICD.D

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Greetings from the President & CEO

Welcome to The Michener Institute for Applied Health Sciences, and to the beginning of your career as a health care leader.

You are coming to Michener at a pivotal time in our evolution, and the evolution of health care delivery in Ontario. We are seeing more chronic diseases like cancer, respiratory problems and diabetes, which account for more than half of all direct health care spending. As the population of people with chronic diseases and the general population ages, the strain on the system will only increase.

As the education solution provider for Ontario’s health care system, Michener has dug deeply into these and other challenges to identify the elements that are critical to Michener student success, and that consequently add the most value to the Ontario health care system.

Maureen Adamson, BBA, MBA, ICD.D President & CEO

While hospitals and health policy decision-makers are adapting to these changing health care needs, The Michener Institute is playing a key role by ensuring that you, as the health professional of the future, is poised to both adapt and lead in your field of practice.

At Michener, you are being groomed to operate at the highest level with the established leaders in health practices, research and education. This is what distinguishes Michener grads from other applied health professionals, and earns them the highest satisfaction rates among employers.

I am proud of the reputation Michener students have earned in Ontario’s health care system. As I complete my first year as Chief Executive Officer of this school, I am also proud of the work we’ve done to cement this leadership position in health care education. Following a comprehensive strategic review in 2014, we developed a blueprint that strengthens our ability to respond to current and emerging educational needs of the health system, and to use our expertise and experience to transform health care delivery in Ontario. I invite you to read about our four Strategic Directions at www.michenermomentum.ca.

Congratulations on taking the first steps toward excellence in health care delivery and system transformation.

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At Michener, you’re part of a close-knit community. You’ll meet a great group of people and establish a network of peers and future colleagues. You’ll have access to a number of services and facilities to support you academically and help make your experience memorable. And the best part is that all this is conveniently housed on one campus.

Student life

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Our on-campus Bistro offers a diverse and varied menu that changes daily. The Bistro offers discounted meal plans (breakfast and lunch) for students, pre-paid debit options and take-out entrées.

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The LRC supports Michener’s students by providing a large resource library of 18,000 items including eBooks and eJournals, 65 computer work stations, an Anatomy and Physiology Dry Lab, a SMART Board, and individual and group study areas. Staff provide assistance with research, referencing styles, interlibrary loans and more.

L E A R N I N G R E S O U R C E C E N T R E ( L R C )

Michener's fitness facilities are available for all students, staff and faculty to maintain a healthy, active lifestyle. Facilities include:

• Gymnasium for intramurals, pick up sports such as basketball, indoor soccer and volleyball• Squash court• Strength training area with free weights, plate weights and pin-selected weight machines• Cardio area with a flat screen TV • Day lockers, saunas and showers are available in the men's and women's change rooms

F I T N E S S , AT H L E T I C S & R E C R E AT I O N

The SSN is here to help you through your time at Michener. Services available to students include:

• Academic Rounds (academic/communication workshops)• Accessibility and Health Services• Career Services (including Annual Spring Career Fair)• Counselling Services• Peer Tutoring• Student Health Insurance Plan • WalkSafe Program

S T U D E N T S U C C E S S N E T W O R K ( S S N )

Services & Facilities

1. Learning Resource Centre Library 2. Bistro 222 3. Learning Resource Centre Anatomy and Physiology Dry Lab 4. Gymnasium 5. Strength training area

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A L U M N I A S S O C I AT I O N

From the time you become a Michener student, you enjoy the benefits and support of the Alumni Association, a network of over 12,000 graduates. Throughout the school year, the Alumni Association works with Student Council and the Student Success Network to deliver social events and career workshops. 7

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Student Residence

Student Clubs

• Private, secure and convenient• Similar to graduate school housing – a supportive and inclusive environment• Residence Dons (senior Michener students) live on each floor and assist with all aspects of residence life• Schatz Hall Residence is attached to Michener’s main building• Fully furnished single rooms equipped with full private bathroom facilities• 12 students per floor (co-ed) • Each floor has a common TV lounge, kitchen and coin laundry facilities• Accessible units also available on each floor

B E N E F I T S O F L I V I N G I N R E S I D E N C E

Living on campus at Michener is fun, safe and convenient. You immediately have a network of peers to work on assignments or study with; you are close to classes, labs and the library and you are within walking distance of downtown amenities! At Michener, our residence population tends to be a mature group of students who value both their residence experience and their education.

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S T U D E N T C O U N C I L

The Student Council serves as the students’ representative body. It initiates and directs student activities and acts as liaison with Michener staff. The Council consists of student representatives elected from each program and from each year.

T H E C H A R I T Y C O M M I T T E E

M E D I C A L R A D I AT I O NS C I E N C E S S O C I E T Y ( M R S S )

The Charity Committee is dedicated to providing students with opportunities to develop humanitarian skills through participation, discussion and ambassadorship. The Charity Committee members volunteer for community events and support various charities.

M E D I C A L L A B O R AT O R Y S C I E N C E S S O C I E T Y( M L S S )

MRSS organizes a variety of student events and promotes interprofessionalism among health care students and professionals through community involvement (charity fundraisers), participation in campus activities (sports, clubs) and informing others about the Medical Radiation Sciences programs (mentoring, academic seminars).

MLSS is open to students in Medical Laboratory Science, Genetics and Diagnostic Cytology programs. MLSS organizes fundraising and educational events, including ‘lunch and learn’ sessions and speaker nights to connect current students with recent graduates and seasoned laboratory professionals. MLSS provides great opportunities to learn more about career options in the laboratory and beyond.

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1. Toronto skyline from our Schatz Hall 2. Student residence room 3. Common room with foosball tables 4. Career Fair 2015 5. Charity Drive 6. Medical Radiation Sciences Society Formal

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Curriculum Highlights

Our curriculum is designed to help you gain the skills and confidence needed to successfully enter your chosen profession.

T H E O R E T I C A L E D U C AT I O N Rigorous didactic curriculum provides a foundation of understanding for these science-based professions.

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Students will have the opportunity to practice communication, critical thinking, crisis management and collaboration with student-peers from other health care disciplines. This will prepare you to enter the health care workforce as part of a team that collaborates in the best interests of patient care.

S I M U L AT I O N E N H A N C E D E D U C AT I O N

The opportunity to practice in a simulated clinical environment prepares you for what you may encounter in a clinical situation. Michener’s simulated environment is safe and controlled, allowing you to gain confidence and comfort with the application of your knowledge and skills. At the same time, faculty can observe your behaviours and skills and provide constructive feedback.

Two new curriculum additions to the simulation semester - Working with Seniors and Quality Improvement - will further prepare you for the changing health care environment.

Incorporating Open School Quality Improvement curriculum from The Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) and the University of Toronto, will provide students with the fundamental knowledge of quality improvement, safety, system design and leadership that they can apply as a core competency in their clinical roles.

C L I N I C A L E D U C AT I O N During the course of the program, you will complete at least 38 weeks of clinical rotations at sites across Ontario and in some instances, in other provinces. Clinical education offers you the opportunity to apply the knowledge gained in the classroom to a real-world setting. Not only will your clinical training get you the hands-on experience you need to succeed, it also helps you network and build relationships with potential employers.

S M A L L C L A S S S I Z E S

Small class sizes means more hands-on, interactive learning which, in turn, gives you the opportunity for daily interaction with faculty.

A S S E S S M E N T

Being a great health professional means more than being great at absorbing and recalling information. Your performance will be assessed in multiple ways, providing you with feedback on both your discipline-specific knowledge as well as your ability to apply your interprofessional training in a clinical setting.

D E D I C AT E D FA C U LT Y

Our distinguished faculty are licensed health care professionals and educators in their respective fields. They are committed to your success.

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A D VA N TA G E S O F W O R K I N G W I T H S E N I O R S E D U C AT I O N One of the most effective ways we can better prepare the health system to respond to the growing needs of an aging population is through education. By preparing current and future generations of health care professionals to better understand older patients and the unique needs and challenges they face, as Michener is doing, we are also influencing the health system’s capacity to transform and innovate in the way we care for our aging population.

Dr. Samir Sinha, MD, DPhil, FRCPC Provincial Lead for Ontario’s Seniors Strategy and Director of Geriatrics at Mount Sinai and the University Health Network Hospitals in Toronto

S I M U L AT E D E X P E R I E N C E Simulation education at Michener will be taken to a whole new level as students discover first-hand what it’s like to experience frailty in aging, while wearing the Sakamoto Aging Simulation Suit during their summer semester in the Working with Seniors curriculum. The suit significantly restricts a student’s movement and reduces eyesight and hearing ability.

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Technological Innovation

Michener is continuously transforming our campus to bring you the highest standard of education that reflects the demands of the ever changing health care environment.

The commitment of the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care, combined with support from our industry partners, ensures that our students have access to state-of-the-art technology.

A D VA N TA G E S O FS I M U L AT I O N E D U C AT I O N Michener is addressing the issue of patient safety and quality care by using innovative educational methods including simulation-based training and assessment to ensure the readiness of its graduates to practice within an interprofessional and collaborative context. Michener’s educational approach is making a critical contribution to reducing the frequency of medical errors that take place in the health care system.

Dr. Amitai Ziv, MD, MHAFounder and Director, Israel Center for Medical Simulation and Deputy Director of Sheba Medical Center

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P R O G R A M - S P E C I F I C E Q U I P M E N T AT M I C H E N E R

The Centre for the Advancement of Simulation and Education (CASE) will play a large part in your educational experience. The Centre is an innovative space where interprofessional, simulation-based learning and evaluation occurs.

The simulation and Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) suites enable students in all disciplines to learn by participating together in simulated scenarios and by debriefing those scenarios in a safe learning environment.

1 Computerized Tomography (CT) Imaging Suite

2 Radiation Therapy Linear Accelerator

3 Digital Radiography Suites

4 Bone Mineral Densitometry (BMD) Machine

5 Beckman Coulter AU480 Chemistry Analyzers

6 Virtual Environment Radiotherapy Training System (VERT™)

7 SPECT/CT Scanner

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There are many ways for you to make a difference and the following pages will help you find the right path.

*Michener programs are accredited by the Canadian Medical Association (CMA) and the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists (CoARTE) for Respiratory Therapy.

Health care attracts people from all walks of life, but the common characteristics they share include courage, compassion and commitment to saving and improving the lives of others.

Academic Programs

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• Medical Laboratory Science• Radiation Therapy (Joint Program with Laurentian University)• Respiratory Therapy

• Nuclear Medicine & Molecular Imaging Technology (Joint Program with University of Toronto)• Radiation Therapy (Joint Program with University of Toronto)• Radiological Technology (Joint Program with University of Toronto)

• Cardiovascular Perfusion• Chiropody• Diagnostic Cytology• Genetics Technology• Ultrasound

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I really enjoy the lab components of this program. Being able to carry over what we learn in theory to the lab really helps us see first-hand the outcomes of the tests that we perform, how they would be reported to health care professionals, and how it would relate to the patient’s condition.

For me, it has been one of the best decisions that I could have made. The instructors are patient, hardworking and dedicated to ensuring that students are equipped with the skill set they require to succeed in this field; and this expands beyond just the MLS program. Anum MominMedical Laboratory ScienceClass of 2016

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College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario www.cmlto.com

Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science www.csmls.org

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Medical Laboratory Technologists make up one of the largest groups of regulated health care professionals in Canada. Medical Laboratory Technologists analyze and produce lab results in five disciplines: Clinical Chemistry, Microbiology, Hematology (blood), Histotechnology (tissue specimens) and Transfusion Science (blood banking).

W H AT C A N I E X P E C T F R O M T H E P R O F E S S I O N ? Medical Laboratory Technologists are able to work almost anywhere in the world, practicing in hospitals, private or public health and government laboratories plus research and educational institutions. On the job, you’ll work independently with minimal supervision and have greater control over your daily routine. Test results have an immediate impact on the care of critically ill patients.

S A M P L E F I R S T - Y E A R C O U R S E S • Clinical Chemistry I• Foundations of Interprofessional Collaboration• Gross and Micro-Anatomy• Hematology and Hemostasis

• Introduction to Hematology• Introduction to Histotechnology • Microbiology and Immunology • Normal and Pathophysiology

C O N S I D E R T H I S P R O G R A M I F Y O U • are meticulous• work methodically • demonstrate patience • enjoy working ‘behind the scenes’ and like to have a set routine

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Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists www.camrt.caOntario Association of Medical Radiation Sciences www.oamrs.orgCollege of Medical Radiation Technologists of Ontario www.cmrto.org

The Michener/Laurentian program provided me with a chance to leave home to experience university education and lifestyle. Besides the small class sizes and becoming well acquainted with my professors, the clinical experience is invaluable as you are able to see what your future will be like, while learning things outside a typical textbook!

Katelyn BignellRadiation Therapy Class of 2015

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This program prepares students to apply ionizing radiation to treat patients with cancer. The curriculum combines general and liberal science courses offered on the Laurentian campus in Sudbury with discipline-specific courses delivered in a self-directed, online format by Michener. Courses are available in English, but students also have the opportunity to take some courses in French. (Michener also offers a joint Radiation Therapy program with the University of Toronto: see pg. 24 for more details).

W H AT C A N I E X P E C T F R O M T H E P R O F E S S I O N ? As a Radiation Therapist, you’ll work within an interdisciplinary oncology team consisting of physicians and other health care providers in cancer centres. You will use advanced computer systems and sophisticated radiation therapy equipment to design treatment plans and deliver beams of radiation to destroy tumours. You will also play an important role in providing patient support throughout the treatment process, including counselling patients on expected side effects and ways to minimize them.

S A M P L E F I R S T - Y E A R C O U R S E S • (L) (E/F) Biology I• (L) (E/F) Calculus I• (L) (E/F) General Chemistry I and II• (L) (E/F) Human Anatomy & Physiology• (L) (E/F) Introductory Physics I and II• (L) (E/F) Elective

S A M P L E S E C O N D - Y E A R C O U R S E S • (L) (E) Bioethics: Case Studies• (M) (E) Clinical I• (M) (E) Health Care Systems• (L) (E) Medical Radiation Physics• (L) (E) Radiobiology and Radiation Protection• (L) (E) Introduction to Oncology

C O N S I D E R T H I S P R O G R A M I F Y O U • want to study and work in Northern Ontario• are eager to learn in a bilingual environment and are motivated to learn independently through online distance education • are interested in working with high-tech equipment • have excellent interpersonal skills and are passionate about working in an environment where treatment directly impacts patients

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Radiation Therapy(Joint Program with Laurentian University) laurentian.ca/radiation-therapy

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I learned about the profession by reaching out to respiratory therapists in the community as well as patients who have been influenced by respiratory health. This information, coupled with my mother's underlying respiratory health condition, gave me the motivation I needed to take the next steps. My goal and sole focus was to become a registered respiratory therapist.

Michener understands that students learn in many different ways. They complement lectures with simulated enhanced education in the lab, where hands-on practice takes place. The faculty creates a safe environment where you can feel comfortable making mistakes, trying out different techniques, and asking questions while in small groups.

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Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists www.csrt.com/ respiratory-therapist

College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario www.crto.on.ca/public/what-is-respiratory-therapy

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“It’s as natural as breathing” is an expression you often hear, but rarely think about further. As a Respiratory Therapist you learn what it’s like for patients whose ability to breathe is compromised because of serious heart and lung diseases or trauma. You will provide a variety of care for adults, children and newborns. This will include performing diagnostic tests, completing patient assessments and providing therapies such as the administration of oxygen and medications and provision of airway management and mechanical ventilation.

W H AT C A N I E X P E C T F R O M T H E P R O F E S S I O N ? Respiratory Therapists (RTs) work mostly in critical care environments such as Emergency Rooms and Intensive Care Units. They work in interprofessional teams with physicians, nurses and physiotherapists to treat and monitor patients’ complex cardiorespiratory needs. The work is fast-paced and multifaceted. RTs also work in community settings such as rehabilitation and homecare. Shifts are often 10-12 hours in duration and your income will vary depending on your hours and where you work.

S A M P L E F I R S T - Y E A R C O U R S E S • Basic Airway Management• Basic Professional Skills• Cardio-Pulmonary Physiology• Cardio-Vascular Diagnostics I

• Human Anatomy & Physiology I• Pulmonary Diagnostics• Pulmonary Ventilation I• Respiratory Care Procedures I & II

C O N S I D E R T H I S P R O G R A M I F Y O U • enjoy fast-paced diverse work environments and working with people• can make quick decisions in critical situations • have the manual dexterity to operate complex equipment

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Nuclear Medicine is brilliant, and I find the science behind it really amazing. I also like how Nuclear Medicine Technologists interact with patients a lot. We are working with ionizing radiation that is tailored for each patient, so we use the amount that maximizes the quality of the images, and minimizes patient exposure. In essence, I found a field that combines my love of science with my love of working with people! Even better, the program is three years long. I love school, but I know that I want to get into the workplace as soon as possible – the fact that I will soon be graduating is amazing!

Natasha MulliganNuclear Medicine & Molecular Imaging Technology Class of 2017

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Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging Technology is functional imaging used to safely detect disease in its early stages. Special cameras, computers and radioactive tracers are used to image how disease or treatments alter organ system function. Nuclear Medicine imaging involves non-invasive procedures, to determine everything from the size and location of tumours, to the volume of blood ejected from the heart with each beat. Molecular Imaging utilizes specialized instrumentation alone, or in combination with targeted imaging agents, to visualize biochemical events at the cellular and molecular level, in order to help identify regions of pathology and potential mechanisms of disease.

W H AT C A N I E X P E C T F R O M T H E P R O F E S S I O N ? This is a profession that involves extensive interaction with patients and their families, and other medical professionals. Nuclear Medicine Technologists work in hospitals, as well as in private imaging clinics, and generally work regular eight-hour shifts. To succeed in this field, technologists must have excellent communication skills to deliver optimal patient care. They must be able to work independently, as they will often have little direct supervision, and also be adept at working within a variety of sophisticated computer applications.

S A M P L E F I R S T - Y E A R C O U R S E S • Anatomy• Comparative Medical Imaging• Integrated Nuclear Medicine & Molecular Imaging• Introduction to Patient Care in Medical Radiation Sciences

• Nuclear Medicine in Practice• Nuclear Medicine Physics and Radiobiology• Physiology• Relational Anatomy

C O N S I D E R T H I S P R O G R A M I F Y O U • are detail oriented with a strong desire to help others• are interested in operating complex imaging technology

Nuclear Medicine & Molecular Imaging Technology(Joint Program with University of Toronto)

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Having two fully functional linear accelerators that we students can use to gain actual hands-on experience almost daily is a privilege you can’t put a price on. And this is just for the in-school portion of the program. We also have clinical rotations that put us on the front lines of cancer treatment, seeing patients and helping the therapists in hospitals with their day-to-day treatments. Clinical simulations, patient actors for patient care simulation and knowledgeable faculty all make this an extremely worthwhile educational program. Kwee PetchsriRadiation TherapyClass of 2016

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This program prepares students to apply ionizing radiation to treat patients with cancer. As part of your curriculum, you’ll have the opportunity to practice in a simulated clinical environment in all aspects of treatment planning and delivery. You’ll work with cutting-edge equipment and technology that was built specifically for the education of Radiation Therapy students, including the Elekta linear accelerator (Linac) treatment units and the VERT™, located onsite at Michener. (Michener also offers a joint program in Radiation Therapy with Laurentian University, see pg. 18)

W H AT C A N I E X P E C T F R O M T H E P R O F E S S I O N ? As a Radiation Therapist, you’ll work as part of an interdisciplinary oncology team consisting of physicians and other health care providers in cancer centres. You will use advanced computer systems and sophisticated radiation therapy equipment to design treatment plans and deliver beams of radiation to destroy tumours. You will also play an important role in providing patient support throughout the treatment process, including counselling patients on expected side effects and ways to minimize them.

S A M P L E F I R S T - Y E A R C O U R S E S • Anatomy • Comparative Medical Imaging • Introduction to Clinical Radiation Therapy • Introduction to Clinical Oncology• Introduction to Patient Care in Medical Radiation Sciences • Introduction to Radiation Physics

• Patient Care in Radiation Therapy I • Physiology • Radiation Beams and Their Applications• Radiation Therapy Methodology I• Radiobiology and Radiation Protection• Relational Anatomy

C O N S I D E R T H I S P R O G R A M I F Y O U • are interested in operating sophisticated imaging technology• have excellent interpersonal skills and are passionate about working in an environment where treatment directly impacts patients

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Radiological Technology interested me the most for a number of reasons. In many ways, it is a daily study of human anatomy. After taking each X-ray, you have to assess the image on the screen to make sure you captured the correct anatomy in an accurate manner. There are a great number of abnormalities that can occur, and a number of those can be seen on X-ray images. Technologists are responsible for making sure those abnormalities can be seen and diagnosed by Radiologists. There are also a variety of opportunities in different fields of specialization. Computed Tomography, Interventional Radiography, and Mammography are just a few.

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Radiological Technologists are responsible for producing diagnostic images using radiation for the diagnosis of injuries and diseases. Technologists operate a variety of medical imaging equipment in areas such as general radiography, computed tomography, fluoroscopy and bone mineral densitometry. In doing so, they need to provide optimal care for the patient, utilize minimal radiation and employ appropriate radiation protection measures.

W H AT C A N I E X P E C T F R O M T H E P R O F E S S I O N ? The primary focus of the Radiological Technologist is to provide optimal care for the patient in a fast-paced environment. The Technologist must be able to quickly assess the patient’s needs and capabilities to effectively and efficiently position the patient and work through required procedures. In addition to working in Imaging Departments, Technologists working in hospitals may be required to provide imaging services in the Operating Rooms, the Emergency Department, at the patient’s bedside or other areas of the hospital. Being able to work with a variety of computer applications is also necessary because medical imaging is heavily dependent on technology. Opportunities for graduate Radiological Technologists include education, management and medical equipment sales. Technologists can go on to specialize in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), sonography, mammography and imaging informatics.

S A M P L E F I R S T - Y E A R C O U R S E S • Anatomy• Comparative Medical Imaging• Diagnostic Imaging Instrumentation I & II

• Physiology• Radiographic Methodology I• Radiographic Physics and Radiobiology• Relational Anatomy• Special Topics in Patient Care I

• Human Osteology • Introduction to Clinical Radiography• Introduction to Patient Care in Medical Radiation Sciences

C O N S I D E R T H I S P R O G R A M I F Y O U • are interested in operating sophisticated imaging technology• enjoy working with people• have good interpersonal skills and are able to communicate with clarity• enjoy a variety of work

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The CVP program is very well designed to cater to the various learning styles of the students. We have the opportunity to try online seminars, in-class lectures, lab practical learning and simulations. We are lucky to have very experienced faculty members who maintain a strong network of clinical partnerships by recruiting practicing perfusionists to come lecture in their specialty fields and to teach and facilitate the lab practice time.

Michener is a great place for anyone who wants a fantastic supportive adult learning environment.

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Cardiovascular perfusionists are important members of the cardiac surgical team whose primary role is to maintain patient’s respiration, circulation and physiological state, commonly using extracorporeal circuits like the heart-lung machine during surgeries.

The cardiovascular perfusionist monitors vital signs while administering intravenous fluids, blood products and anesthetic drugs. Perfusionists also utilize other pieces of technology like ventricular assist devices and intra-aortic balloon pumps to maintain cardiac output as required.

W H AT C A N I E X P E C T F R O M T H E P R O F E S S I O N ? Using the heart-lung machine (HLM), cardiovascular perfusionists work alongside cardiac surgeons and anesthesiologists and the multidisciplinary Operating Room (OR) team. Working in the Cardiac Operating Room environment is demanding and requires sustained mental and physical attentiveness during open heart surgery. You are expected to perform in the OR for up to 10 or 12 hours at a time. You may also be expected to work on-call or overtime.

S A M P L E F I R S T - Y E A R C O U R S E S • Applied Pharmacology• Hemotherapy• Pathophysiology

• Patient Care and Professionalism• Perfusion Theory I & II

• Physiological Science • Research Methods

C O N S I D E R T H I S P R O G R A M I F Y O U • are a strong critical thinker• can think and work on the spot in a high-paced, intense environment• have manual dexterity

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People rely on their feet to be mobile and active every day, often overlooking the immense pressure and strain that is placed upon them. What interested me about Chiropody was its ability to improve one’s quality of life. The idea of having a patient come to you with immobilizing pain and discomfort and leaving with relatively no pain at all is something unique to the practice of Chiropody.

I strongly appreciate how the program integrates advanced academic learning with hands-on experience in both labs and clinic, which was something that I missed in my undergraduate degree.

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As a primary health care practitioner, you will be involved in the assessment and management of foot and lower limb conditions. You will treat conditions ranging from ingrown toenails, corns and calluses to specialized diabetic foot care, sports injuries, soft tissue surgery and wound care. Tapping into your detailed knowledge of foot, ankle and overall human anatomy, you’ll educate patients on how to improve their mobility and alleviate foot pain. Chiropodists also examine biomechanical foot deformities in adults and children, and manage them by orthotics among other modalities.

W H AT C A N I E X P E C T F R O M T H E P R O F E S S I O N ? Many graduates find rewarding work in public community health centres and hospitals, or open their own private practices. You also will work with many different health care professionals such as nurses, dermatologists, vascular surgeons, orthopedic surgeons, physiotherapists and physicians. The salary varies by area of specialization and type of practice and experience.

S A M P L E F I R S T - Y E A R C O U R S E S • Dermatology• Clinical Pharmacology• Foundations of Interprofessional Collaboration I & II• Lower Extremity Anatomy Dissection• Pathophysiology I & II

• Podiatric Biomechanics I• Podiatric Clinical Practice I• Podiatric Medicine I & II• Structure and Function of the Lower Limb

C O N S I D E R T H I S P R O G R A M I F Y O U • have good people skills• have the entrepreneurial spirit to potentially open your own clinic

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One of the things I enjoy most about the program is simulation-based learning. You get to look at real patient samples under the microscope right from day one. Everything you learn is very relevant and the experience you gain through simulation and the clinical placement makes you feel well prepared for entry into the profession.

Diagnostic Cytology is a self-directed program with all of your theory done online. This means that you are able to create your own study schedule and learn at your own pace. You then come in to Michener to apply what you have learned in labs.

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As a Cytotechnologist, you will play a very crucial role in the fight against cancer by examining human cells and preparing reports on any abnormal results for a pathologist, who will make a definitive diagnosis based on your initial findings. Cytotechnologists detect and diagnose precancerous cellular changes by looking at specimen slides taken from pap smears, the liver, bladder, central nervous system, thyroid gland and other parts of the anatomy.

W H AT C A N I E X P E C T F R O M T H E P R O F E S S I O N ? Cytotechnologists work primarily with powerful microscopes for up to seven hours a day in hospitals or clinics. Though there is limited direct contact with patients, you interact with other members of the health care team, often working in tandem with a pathologist. You may also expand your career opportunities in laboratory management, research, sales and marketing, as well as technical consulting.

S A M P L E F I R S T - Y E A R C O U R S E S • Gynecological Cytology• Microanatomy and Histotechnique I & II• Non-gynecological Cytology• Pathology I & II • Foundations of Interprofessional Collaboration for Medical Laboratory Technology Programs• Simulated Clinical Education

C O N S I D E R T H I S P R O G R A M I F Y O U • are precise and patient• have strong analytical and problem-solving skills to make critical diagnoses• are able to sit still and concentrate for long periods of time behind a microscope

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My program is taught entirely by faculty members who have all worked at many different hospitals in either the molecular or cytogenetic labs. Not only does this make them knowledgeable about what they are teaching, but it also means that their connections at the various labs across Canada influence our curriculum, making it as relevant as possible. Our faculty members are constantly adapting and improving our courses to ensure that we are being trained in the most up to date theories and techniques.

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The field of Genetics Technology is rapidly evolving and expanding as new discoveries, technologies and techniques become integrated into the clinical environment. Genetics technology involves performing laboratory tests to help physicians diagnose, treat and monitor a wide variety of genetic disorders or many types of cancer. Although there is limited patient contact, the results generated have a direct impact on patient treatment and care.

W H AT C A N I E X P E C T F R O M T H E P R O F E S S I O N ? Genetic technologists work in the laboratory performing tests on a variety of human specimens such as blood, tumours and fetal material. Using a wide range of instrumentation and analytical software from microscopes to the latest genomic analyzers, technologists work both independently and as part of a health care team to produce high quality, accurate patient results. Genetics technologists are engaged in rewarding careers in a variety of settings including health care, industry and private laboratories, and forensics.

S A M P L E F I R S T - Y E A R C O U R S E S • Cytogenetics Theory and Techniques I & II• Foundations of Interprofessional Collaboration for Medical Laboratory Technology Programs• Molecular Genetics Theory and Techniques I & II• Simulated Clinical Education

C O N S I D E R T H I S P R O G R A M I F Y O U • have manual dexterity• are detail-oriented • are a strong critical thinker• enjoy analyzing and communicating results

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One of the unique aspects of our program’s curriculum is the practical scanning component. During labs, we develop our techniques and apply our theoretical knowledge of ultrasound in scanning our classmates. I recall our professors telling our class on the first day of school that we would know each other inside and out, literally – and we do. It’s a unique advantage to a small class size, because we’ve gotten to know each other inclusive to our gallbladders, livers, spleens and kidneys. A small class size also allows you to form relationships with professors, be known as an individual instead of a number, and obtain more catered assistance in developing skills and knowledge for our upcoming clinical rotations.

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Diagnostic medical sonography (ultrasound) is an imaging technology that uses high-frequency sound waves to display real-time images of the soft tissue structures in the human body such as breast, thyroid, abdominal and pelvic organs, vessels and muscles. Sonographers use this technology to assess anatomical systems in order to differentiate between normal and pathologic findings and to monitor pregnancies for fetal abnormalities, fetal growth and well-being. Sonography is used for medical diagnosis, for follow-up of disease processes and for pregnancies.*Repetitive strain injuries are a common occupational hazard. Practicing good ergonomics will help prevent/lessen this.

W H AT C A N I E X P E C T F R O M T H E P R O F E S S I O N ? Sonographers are employed in the Diagnostic Medical Imaging department of hospitals or private clinics. They can also be employed as application specialists, sales representatives, research assistants or educators. In all of these settings the sonographer has to display competency in their academic knowledge and their scanning skills, as well as exemplary communication and collaboration skills in order to provide safe and quality patient care.

S A M P L E F I R S T - Y E A R C O U R S E S • Cross Sectional Anatomy• Professional Practice I• Physics of Ultrasound• Ultrasound of the Abdomen I• Ultrasound Scanning I (Simulated)

C O N S I D E R T H I S P R O G R A M I F Y O U • are efficiently able to multi-task and problem solve• have excellent hand-eye coordination and spatial reasoning skills• collaborate and communicate effectively• can interact with patients in an empathetic and non-judgmental manner

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International Education

Continuing Education

Professional Programs

The Michener Institute greatly values international students and their contribution to furthering academic excellence, global competence and enhanced student life.

Programs are offered at either the Entry or Advanced Practice level. To find out more about our full-time and part-time programs such as Medical Laboratory Technology, Respiratory Therapy, Ultrasound, MRI, Diagnostic Cytology, Genetics, and Radiation Sciences, visit www.michener.ca/intl

After you have graduated, continue to improve your skills and build your career in health care with Michener’s graduate diploma and certificate programs. Or consider taking specialized courses designed specifically for practicing health professionals.

Visit www.michener.ca/ce for details on prerequisites, program duration, course dates and other information. Most of our courses are offered online, providing the flexibility to fit your busy schedule.

C U S T O M I Z E D I N T E R N AT I O N A L P R O G R A M SLet us help you meet your organization’s educational needs! Many of our programs and Continuing Education courses such as Ultrasound, Radiation Therapy, Diabetes Educator and Echocardiography are available on contract and can be offered globally. For more information on how we can bring our programs to your hospital or health centre, please contact [email protected].

G R A D U AT E P A R T - T I M E P R O G R A M S• Anesthesia Assistant Program • Magnetic Resonance Imaging Program

C E R T I F I C AT E P R O G R A M S• Clinical Educator Certificate • Interprofessional Collaboration Certificate

J O I N T P R O G R A M S•

G R A D U AT E P A R T - T I M E P R O G R A M S• Clinical Educator Certificate• Clinical Laboratory Quality Manager Graduate Certificate• Clinical Management Certificate Program• Clinical Research Graduate Certificate

• Diabetes Educator Graduate Certificate• Imaging Informatics Graduate Certificate• Intraoperative Neurophysiological Monitoring (IONM)• Leadership for Health Care Professionals Certificate

Physician Assistant (Joint Program) This two-year program is a combination of on-site and distance education, as well as simultion-based learning and interprofessional collaboration. Physician assistants support physicians in a range of health care settings and work under the direction of a licensed physician to provide patient care. www.PAconsortium.ca

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of graduates would choose Michener again if they were able to start over

of employers were satisfied with the performance of the Michener graduate they hired

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Awards & Scholarships

There are eight entrance scholarships of $1,500 each available to first-year students entering a full-time entry-level or post-diploma program. Full-time students are eligible for over $80,000 in bursaries and scholarships. Information about the awards, including criteria and application process, is available at www.michener.ca/scholarships

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Medical Laboratory Science

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Advanced Diploma

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Submission of high school transcripts is mandatory

February 1 High school diploma with Gr 12 subject prerequisites*: • English – ENG4U • Math 4 U level • Chemistry 4 U level • Biology or Physics 4 U level • 2 additional subjects – Gr 12 U or M levelFor applicants with post-secondary education (university and/or college) minimum CGPA must equal 2.70 (70%) on the OMSAS scale

• 70% in each subject prerequisite*• 75% average on 6 subject prerequisites*

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January 9 High school diploma with Gr 12 subject prerequisites: • English – ENG4U • Advanced Functions – U level • Biology – U level • Chemistry – U level • Physics – U level • One additional U or M subject

• 70% average on subject prerequisites

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Respiratory Therapy

3 years

Advanced Diploma

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Submission of high school transcripts is mandatory

February 1 High school diploma with Gr 12 subject prerequisites*: • English – ENG4U • Math – Gr 12 U level • Chemistry – Gr 12 U level • Biology – Gr 12 U level • Physics – Gr 11 or Gr 12 U level • 1 additional subject – Gr 12 U or M levelFor applicants with post-secondary education (university and/or college) minimum CGPA must equal 2.70 (70%) on the OMSAS scale

• 70% in each subject prerequisite*• 75% average on 6 subject prerequisites

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Programs Requiring One Year of University StudyNuclear Medicine & Molecular Imaging -MedicalRadiationSciences

Univ. of Toronto(joint degree)

3 years

Bachelor Degree & Advanced Diploma

ouac.on.ca105 form

Univ. of Toronto

Program Code - TRN

February 1 Minimum of one year of university (5.0 credits), with one full course prerequisites in: • Chemistry – Gr 12 U level • Math – 1.0 credit university • Biology – 1.0 credit university • Physics – 1.0 credit university

• University: Cumulative Grade Point Average of B-

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February 1 Minimum of one year of university (5.0 credits), with one full course prerequisites in: • Math – 1.0 credit • Biology – 1.0 credit • Physics – 1.0 credit


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February 1 Minimum of one year of university (5.0 credits), with one full course prerequisites in: • Math – 1.0 credit • Biology – 1.0 credit • Physics – 1.0 credit


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Cardiovascular Perfusion

16 months

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ontariocolleges.caCV222

February 1 One of: A) BSc plus licensed Respiratory Therapist OR BSc plus Registered Nurse with critical care experience within the last 5 years. B) Bachelor’s Degree, plus university course prerequisites: • Anatomy (with lab) – 0.5 credit • Physiology (with lab) – 0.5 credit • Algebra or Calculus – 0.5 credit • General Physics – 0.5 credit • Physical Chemistry - 0.5 credit

• 60% in each course prerequisite• Degree: Cumulative Grade Point Average of 70% (B-)

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Graduate Advanced Diploma

ontariocolleges.caCH111

February 1 BSc in a health care discipline OR BA in Kinesiology, plus university course prerequisites: • Human Anatomy – 0.5credit • Human Physiology – 1.0 credit

• 70% in each course prerequisite• Degree: Cumulative Grade Point Average of 70% (B-)

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Diagnostic Cytology

17 months

Graduate Diploma

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February 1 One of: A) Canadian Certified Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT)

B) BSc, plus university course prerequisites: • Human Anatomy – 1.0 credit • Human Physiology – 1.0 credit

For option A:• Degree/ Diploma: Cumulative Grade Point Average of 70% (B-)For option B: • 70% in each course prerequisite• Degree: Cumulative Grade Point Average of 70% (B-)

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Genetics Technology

16 months

Graduate Diploma

ontariocolleges.caGE222

February 1 One of: A) Canadian Certified Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT ) B) BSc plus university prerequisite courses: • Human Genetics – 0.5 credit • Molecular Genetics – 0.5 credit

• 70% in each course prerequisite• Degree: Cumulative Grade Point Average of 75% (B)

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Graduate Diploma

ontariocolleges.caUS222

February 1 One of: A) Regulated health care professional with a minimum 3 year degree or diploma in their field of study (some examples: Chiropodist, Nurse, Radiological Technologist, Radiation Therapist, Respiratory Therapist, etc.).

B) BSc OR BA Kinesiology orBPHE, plus university courseprerequisites: • Gross Human Anatomy – 0.5 credit • Human Physiology – 0.5 credit

• 75% in each course prerequisite• Degree: Cumulative Grade Point Average of 75% (B)

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Possession of minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance. Visit michener.ca/admissions/tuition for fees.

Please refer to page 45 for admission requirements legend

Pending final approval, it is anticipated that the program will be increased to 19 months in length effective September 2016.

Due to the highly competitive nature of admission to our programs, The Michener Institute for Applied Health Sciences will not consider admission deferrals. Your offer of admission is only valid for the year for which you applied.

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All documents submitted to support your application become the property of The Michener Institute and will not be returned. Please direct all inquiries to [email protected]

FULL-TIME PROGRAM APPLICATION DOCUMENTS

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Secondary School Transcript*

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Proof ofEnglish language, if required

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Joint ProgramsSee University of Toronto / Laurentian University for submission of application documents

University of Toronto | [email protected] | 416.978.7837 | uoft.me/mrsapplicationLaurentian University | [email protected] | 1 705 675 4843 or 1 800 263 4188 | www.laurentian.ca/content/admissions

These are joint programs with the University of Toronto and Laurentian University; Michener handles programming but not admissions.

Please see policy: michener.ca/admissions/applying/international/english-language-requirements

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For university courses 1.0 credit = full course equivalent; 0.5 credit = half course equivalent Waived for mature students* University-level courses may be used to satisfy individual subject prerequisites. The academic minimums on the post-secondary record are a 65% in each subject prerequisite and a cumulative grade point average (entire undergraduate degree) of 70% (B- or 2.70 (70%) on the OMSAS scale). • Applicants with post-secondary education must provide official transcripts for all post-secondary institutions attended. If you have been out of school for eight years or more, a current resume is required. • For some of our graduate programs you must submit additional information by a specific deadline. If you do not submit this information by the published deadline date, your application will not be considered for the program.

A P P L I C A N T S E D U C AT E D O U T S I D E O F O N T A R I O Academic requirements as determined by Michener, to be equivalent will be considered for admission. For details visit www.michener.ca/admissionsFirst round offers for Medical Laboratory Sciences, Respiratory Therapy and Ultrasound will be given to Ontario residents.

E N G L I S H L A N G U A G E P R O F I C I E N C YProof of proficiency is required for applicants whose first language is not English. Applicants who have not completed two or more consecutive years of full-time study at a Canadian university will be required to provide certification of English language proficiency through one of the accepted examinations listed at michener.ca/admissions/applying/international/english-language-requirements. Acceptable assessment tests taken within two years of the start of classes are valid. Michener offers its own proficiency test, MELA. For details visit www.michener.ca/mela (MELA is not accepted for Medical Radiation Sciences programs). Please note, this policy is currently under review.

A D M I S S I O N I N F O R M AT I O NAll university GPAs will be converted to the 4.0 OMSAS scale for assessment purposes. For details, visit www.ouac.on.ca 45

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See the admission requirements chart on pages 25 - 27 for specific application instructions.

After receiving your application, Michener’s Admissions office will send you instructions regarding the completion and submission of the SAF. A fee is associated with submission of the SAF.

MMIs are used to assess non-academic qualities and abilities which cannot be ascertained from an academic record. Factual knowledge in any subject will not be tested. Instead, the ability to comprehend, reason and communicate is assessed.

The MMIs are a series of non-clinical scenarios and simulations, each of which is conducted within 5-7 minutes. Top-ranked applicants are invited to an MMI in the spring (mid-late April). For details see www.michener.ca

Selection to Michener programs will be based on the combination of the academic record, strength in prerequisites and performance on the MMI. Offers of admission will be made to the most competitive candidates first. All other eligible applicants will be advised of their admission status.

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