September 2019
In this month's newsletter:
  • Start a New Chapter!
  • Featured Courses
  • Pre-Employment Programs
  • Conservatory of Music and Dance
  • Meet our Instructor
  • Certificate Programs
  • Computer Courses
  • Corporate Training
  • Upcoming Events
  • Did You Know? 
  • Online Courses
  • Canada/Alberta Job Grant
Start a New Chapter!
September has arrived and school is back in session. Now that our kids are back into routine, we want to help you "Start a new chapter" in your career or education goals. Explore new possibilities and continue your story! Visit our website for the full list of courses that we offer. If you have any questions let us know at cstudiesmedicinehat@mhc.ab.ca
 


September also means that summer camps have come to an end. Here is what Nicole, our summer camp programmer had to say:

Scrolling through Facebook today and there are pictures of happy kids donning backpacks, holding signs saying what grade they are entering and ready for another year. That's right, it's back to school today which means we have done it, we seized the summer! Thank you to all of you who enjoyed the summer with us by attending our summer camps, we definitely had a blast with you. Thank you to all our amazing instructors and of course to our Summer Camp Coordinator, Amber and our Summer Science Coordinator, Savannah! We had a terrific summer and made many awesome memories. Have an amazing year at school; we look forward to planning a new summer full of fun! See you soon!



Featured Courses   
Medicine Hat Campus
Change Management (Starts Sept 24, Registration Deadline Sept 13)
The lean, focused Organizational Change Management program teaches highly sought-after skills for leading, facilitating and sustaining change, as well as creating a high-performance organizational culture.

  GED Prep (Starts Oct 1, Registration Deadline: Sep 24)
This course will help prepare you to write the GED (General Educational Development) exams. The GED exams are a way to obtain an Alberta Education High School Equivalency Diploma.

Project Management (Starts Oct 7, Registration Deadline Sept 27)
This program provides essential training in the flourishing field of project management and is designed to develop introductory project management skills.

Legal Office Assistant (Starts Oct 16, Registration Deadline Sept 24)
The Legal Office Assistant Certificate provides students the opportunity to gain the skills and knowledge necessary to work in an entry level position within a law office.
 
 Introduction to Health & Safety Systems (Starts Oct 5, Reg Deadline Sept 13)
This core course in the OHS program, provides an introduction to theories and practices of health and safety programs in the workplace includes the recognition, evaluation, and control hazards.
 
Are you new to Fusion 360 or CAD? If so, this course is perfect for you. Learn the basics of 3D parametric modeling, freeform design, assembly creation, rendering, documentation and collaboration.
 
Basic Welding (Starts Oct 15)
Become familiar with the most common welding jobs so that they can be done successfully and safely. Gain some independence and learn about basic maintenance you can perform yourself at home, on the farm, or on the job.


General Interest Courses
Motorcycle Riding Instruction, offered in cooperation with Alberta Safety Council, provides on-bike practical instruction suitable for any inexperienced or previous riders. Advanced skills are taught by trained, experienced instructors.
 
The first half of this class will help you to understand digital images and the potential of the camera you already own. During the second half of this class, we will experiment with the skills you need to take better pictures.
 
Beginner Sign Language (Starts Sept 19)
This class is an introduction to fingerspelling, numbers & over 200 everyday words, the majority of signs are the same in ASL (American Sign Language) as well as SEE (Signing Exact English).
 
Here Comes Treble (Starts Sept 29)
This class is a fun, interactive music class for preschoolers with singing, musical games, creative movement, story time, a chance to play a variety of instrument, dance, as well as make some musical crafts.

This introduction to the German language suits those who might know how to say "Ja" or "Nein," but little more. It also suits those whose German was learned from grandparents, but who have not practiced what they learned.

Conversational French (Starts Oct 1)
Explore a second language for the first time, or brush up on the basic French you studied long ago! Learn the fundamental tools to carry on a conversation while getting tips on pronunciation and the French culture.



Brooks Campus
Medical Terminology (Starts Sept 19, Registration Deadline Sept 11)
By studying rules, word roots, prefixes, suffixes and combining forms, students will be able to build, use and spell medical words related to body systems and organization. Students will:
  • learn anatomical, physiological and pathological body systems and terms
  • develop a solid foundation for medical terms related to the biology and language of each specific body system studied
Successful completion of Medical Terminology is a prerequisite to entering the Medical Office Assistant and Hospital Unit Clerk certificate programs. In order to successfully complete the course, students must earn a grade of 75% or better and have a minimum of 85% attendance and active participation in class.
Pre-Employment Programs
Fall Pre-Employment Carpentry will be running starting September 9th! There are still 3 spots available. Course will be full time Mon-Fri from September 9 - December 3, 2019. Contact Erin at eferris@mhc.ab.ca for more information or to register.

 

Pre-Employment Electrical 
January 20 - April 23, 2020
Monday, Tuesday & Thursday, 6:00-10:00 pm plus 12 hours/week of online homework.
 

Conservatory of Music & Dance
There are so many exciting things happening at the Conservatory! For more information on any of these events call 403.529.3880

Fall Music & Dance Registration:
We offer Private Studio Lessons in:
  • Piano
  • Strings
  • Percussion
  • Brass
  • Woodwind
  • Guitar
  • Vocal
 
To register for these lessons please consult with an instructor at the Conservatory. Instructor contact information is available on our website or by connecting to the Conservatory Office directly: 403.529.3880 or conservatory@mhc.ab.ca
 
Our da nce classes offer a fun environment for children ages 3-12. No costumes  requ ired and there is an informal recital for parents on the last class. Choose from hip hop, ballet or tap. More information is on our website .

Meet our instructor
Joanne Leskow
Organizational Change Management Instructor

Joanne Leskow is an award-winning university instructor, speaker, and thought-leader specializing in transformational change, corporate culture, and impactful leadership. More than ever, organizations must be nimble and ready to transform with strong change competencies to support success. Joanne provides employees and organizations with tools to facilitate change.
 
As a successful entrepreneur, Joanne pioneered innovative law enforcement training and trial advocacy, leading to corporate and industry changes. Her career spans diverse sectors across North America and ranges from testifying as a court-appointed Expert in Court of Queen's Bench to collaboration with WestJet Airlines' founders and executives to develop and nurture their unique culture for performance.
 
Joanne was honored with a Distinguished Teaching Award from Mount Royal University for her contributions in Change, Leadership, Strategy, and Corporate Culture. Currently enrolled in an MBA, Joanne is exploring the intersection of her experience with rigorous research. She looks forward to sharing organizational change management best practice, practical tools and inspiration with participants.
 
  • Joanne, thank you for sharing your wisdom and knowledge, your passion and authentic self! You model and practice conscious change management and I have never had such a great experience in learning. You are a skilled and lovely leader - you truly are the Best of the Best! Thank you so much.
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Certificate Programs
MHC Continuing Studies offers a variety of certificates (please click on the link for additional information):

Want your employer to pay for your training?
The Canada Alberta Job Grant will reimburse 2/3 of your direct training costs. All of the courses/certificates above are eligible for this grant.

The grant application can take up to 30 days to be approved.

Apply now to avoid disappointment!

For more information on the grant, please see the Canada-Alberta Job Grant article below.

 Computer Courses
 
Computer Certificates:
Click on the link below for more information on each certificate. To register visit our  computers & technology page. 


Upcoming Computer Courses:
This program will prepare students for entry level positions in accounts receivable and accounts payable departments, payroll units, and income tax firms.
 
(Starts Oct 7)
This program has been designed to provide participants with the skills that are commonly listed in Medicine Hat and area job postings. Many employers are looking for employees that possess the following skills; keyboarding, computer skills concentrating on Microsoft Word and Excel, and the ability to use the internet and email.

This course is a great starting point if you are taking the Level 1A classes of the Office Suite or any of the certificate programs.

Self Assessments:
Word and Excel 1A & 1B Self-Assessments.  Should you start at Level 1A or are you ready to jump right into Level 1B?  Take our On-Line Assessments and find out.
 
Corporate Training
 

WHETHER YOU ARE LOOKING FOR AN EXISTING COURSE OR ONE EXCLUSIVE  TO YOUR BUSINESS, WE WANT TO BE YOUR PARTNER IN LEARNING!

Your needs and goals, challenges and requirements, are specific to you. Training is not one size fits all!

All of our programs and courses can be customized to closely align with your organization's professional development needs. We work with you to develop and deliver effective training to meet your unique needs, goals, and budget.

Customized training is beneficial in that it is
* Learner focused
* Builds cohesive teams
* Practical and relevant
* Flexible
* Cost effective
Regardless of what type of training you require, we have the ability to deliver!

For more information visit our website or contact Wes at wpaterson@mhc.ab.ca  or at 403.504.2248.

      Upcoming Events               
MHC Career Expo
Wednesday, October 23
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Centennial Hall/B-Wing Hallway
*This event is open to the public

Leading Next-Gen Teams
October 29-30, 2019
To register visit www.informseries.com


 
Hemp & Cannabis Opportunities Conference
Fri, 22 November 2019
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Medicine Hat College
To register: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/hemp-cannabis-opportunities-conference-medicine-hat-tickets-68626496699

 
 
Did You Know?
Fun Facts about Alberta

The world's longest beaver dam is in Wood Buffalo National Park and measures 850 metres (or 2,790 feet) long.

The town of St. Paul features a UFO landing pad (you know, just in case).

In 2012, 54 male babies in Alberta were named after Mortal Kombat characters.

Wolverine is from Alberta. According to Marvel history, Wolverine was born in Cold Lake, Alberta in the 1880s.

A homeless woman in Calgary once found and returned a purse that had more than $10,000 in it.

A ranch in southern Alberta once employed The Sundance Kid as a ranch hand - y'know, before he got into robbing banks and stuff.

Online Courses 
If you would rather learn at your own pace, on your own schedule? We offer some great online options from our partners at ed2go, UgotClass and Experfy.

UgotClass
Supply Chain Management is on the radar for C-Level executives as both a competitive threat and opportunity. Do you have a strategy for your supply chain? Is it aligned? Do you know and understand the decisions and tradeoffs you have to make? If you answered no to any of these questions, you need to attend this program.
 
ed2go
The key to effective writing and speaking is English grammar. Whether you are just now learning the basics of grammar or if you need a refresher, this course will help you develop the foundational skills you need.

Experfy
Learn the most popular programming language of Data Science community


Canada-Alberta Job Grant
Canada-Alberta Job Grant released some exciting new changes!!

Changes to the Canada-Alberta Job Grant - means more incentives to train employees.

There are now more ways for Alberta businesses and workers to benefit from the Canada-Alberta Job Grant (CAJG) training subsidy.
  • As always, get up to two-thirds of the cost of training covered for eligible current employees, up to $10,000 per trainee.
  • Up to 100% of training costs reimbursed when hiring and training eligible unemployed Albertans, up to $15,000 per trainee.
  • Sole proprietors can now apply to CAJG to train their employees.
  • Travel assistance will allow more businesses outside Edmonton and Calgary, to train their employees

Below are some interesting examples of how the Canada Alberta Job Grant can save your company some money. If you plan to take any courses (or combination of courses that total over 21 hour), your employer may be eligible for the Canada Alberta Job grant.
 

Example 1:
Management Skills for Supervisors
 
Regular price: $1,495 for one participant
Canada Alberta Job Grant pays: $996.67
You pay: $498.33
That's a 66% discount!  
Example 2:
Management Skills for Supervisors
 
Regular price: $4,485 for three participants
Canada Alberta Job Grant pays: $2,990
You pay: $1,495
That's 3 for the price of 1!

  
For more information visit the Canada-Alberta Job Grant website at: www.albertacanada.com/jobgrant or e-mail Wes.
     
Connecting Life & Learning

Call 403-529-3844 or click here to register today!