Welcome

Nationally and globally, there is a shortage of many healthcare professionals, including physicians. We recognize that in Alberta and in Canada there are unemployed or underemployed IMG physicians who wish to use their skills in health care service delivery in Canada.

We have developed programs that support International Medical Graduates integrate successfully into the Canadian Healthcare system. Our programs increase communication skills and knowledge of patient-centred care.

We also have programs that train preceptors working with IMGs in residence or as an examiner on OSCE exams to assess communication skills and language proficiency levels for practice.

 

Announcements

MCAP Classroom

Currently, there is no funding to continue to offer the MCAP Classroom version. We have applied for funding to offer MCAP Online starting in May 2012. Information to follow. 

MCAP Online

MCAP Online is currently being piloted with 40 selected applicants residing in Alberta. A total of 80 applications were received. Following the pilot, MCAP Online will be available to any IMG interested in registering, nationally or internationally. Please click on the Notify Me button and we will be in contact with registration dates for 2012.

IMG Study

We are seeking International Medical Graduates that are in their first few years of practice. For more information, click here.

IMG Study Interim Report

Preceptor Training Tool

This online training tool is for physicians working with IMGs as a preceptor or examiner. It will assist physicians in the assessment of clinical, communication, and language proficiency skills through a series of medical interviews similar to an OSCE. 

 
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MCAP Projects

MCAP - Classroom

MCAP Classroom is a 12 week, face-to-face program for IMGs to increase their medical communication skills for successful integration into a healthcare system based on a patient-centred care model.

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MCAP - Online

MCAP Online is an online modular program for IMGs to increase their medical communication skills for successful integration into a healthcare system based on a patient-centred care model.

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IMG Study

The IMG Study is a 3-year comprehensive study on the experiences of IMGs seeking licensure in Alberta. We are seeking both International & Canadian Medical Graduates to participate. Our goal is to improve upon the licensure process for IMGs by gaining insight into their experiences.

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Preceptor Training Tool

The Preceptor Training Tool is an online tool for licensed physicians that act as examiners or preceptors. The tool increases your ability and confidence to assess the communication skills of Medical Graduates in an OSCE.

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