Announcing the accreditation of the Manitoba Institute of Trades and Technology (MITT) – Medical Assistant and Patient Care diploma program

The Canadian College of Health Information Management (College) would like to announce the successful accreditation of MITT’s Medical Assistant and Patient Care diploma program.

This program is a person’s gateway to becoming a pivotal part of a health care team, ensuring smooth operations and enhancing patient care delivery.

MITT: “At MITT we are in constant discussion with our industry partners to keep a pulse on the workforce needs within our province. This ensures that we provide our learners with high-quality training that will lead them to in-demand jobs,” said Bev Stuart, Vice-President, Business Development and Community Initiatives.

The two-year Medical Assistant and Patient Care diploma program is designed according to Manitoba’s growing need for skilled support staff, giving students the opportunity to quickly enter the field after graduation. The program is accredited by the Canadian Health Information Management Association (CHIMA). Graduates can utilize their degrees while working in different settings such as hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities.

“There’s a high demand for medical assistants and health care aides in Manitoba right now. Professionals in these positions are vital to ensuring the delivery of quality care to people living in Manitoba,” said Stuart. “With the ongoing challenges in health care, including an aging population and increasing patient volumes, equipping graduates with the tools to work in multiple health care settings is extremely valuable for the entire system.”

All students participate in MITT’s Bridging to Work workshops, which provide them with a foundation in the employability and essential skills employers demand.

Who it is for

Students with strong communication and organizational skills, attention to detail, and an interest in pursuing a career in health care. These individuals are people-oriented, empathetic and non-judgmental, and thrive in a busy environment. Calm under pressure, they can think on their feet and solve problems on the fly.

Jeff Nesbitt, “Our college is proud to announce the accreditation of the two-year Medical Assistant and Patient Care diploma program offered by MITT,” states Jeff Nesbitt, CEO & Registrar of the Canadian College of Health Information Management and CHIMA. “We look forward to supporting faculty and students through this program and welcoming graduates who write and pass our Health Information-Certified Associate (HICA) national certification examination (NCE). Certification recognizes health data as a key factor in providing safe and quality care to people across our country,” Nesbitt adds.

About the College

The Canadian College of Health Information Management is a national, not-for-profit organization that sets the accreditation standards for educational institutions and certification standards for health information professionals in Canada. Learn more at www.cchim.ca.