BRIDGING PROGRAMS FOR INTERNATIONALLY EDUCATED HEALTH PROFESSIONALS
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ichener’s bridging programs and courses are designed for experienced internationally educated health professionals (IEHPs) who wish to practice as licensed health care professionals in Canada. Before writing a licensing exam, it is recommended that IEHPs enroll in a bridging program. This will improve their chances of being licensed. Prior to applying for the programs, applicants need to be assessed either by the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) or the College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario (CMRITO) and obtain a Prior Learning Assessment (PLA). In each of the programs and courses, students will review theory components and gain valuable simulated hands-on laboratory experience to help prepare them to write either the CSMLS, Sonography Canada, or the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) certification exam. These programs and courses are offered in the evenings and on weekends, and some may include an observership component at the UHN hospitals.
MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE (BPML800) This bridging program is designed for internationally educated and experienced medical laboratory technologists whose training and work experience have been assessed by CSMLS and who have been issued a PLA Report. In this 16-week hybrid program, students gain simulated hands-on laboratory experience and theory review. The simulated laboratory experience will assist students in obtaining an understanding of Canadian laboratory practices.
“This program helped prepare me for the challenging certification exam (CSMLS) and refresh knowledge that I lost due to lack of practice. I would recommend this program to any international student that wants to gain an advantage in their career and find good employment in Canada.” - Bernalyn G., Medical Laboratory Science Bridging Program - Student, 2022
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CONTINUING EDUCATION
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