Job Description
About the Faculty of Continuing Education
Mount Royal University’s Faculty of Continuing Education has provided high quality education to the Calgary community and beyond for more than 75 years. Serving more than 30,000 students per year, we offer a suite of Ministry of Advanced Education-approved programs (occupational programs in massage, personal fitness trainer and funeral education; academic upgrading; and our Transitional Vocational Programming), over 60 programs and 350+ courses to support professional and personal development in a wide range of topics, and our Conservatory (which offers a broad range of music and speech arts programming). Our courses cover a wide range of topics, including but not limited to business, technology and health. These courses are offered in a variety of formats on campus, online, in the workplace, and in the community.
About the Role
The department is seeking a professional interested in contributing their expertise to teach in the Massage Therapy Diploma.
Name of Course: XMAT25030 OSCE
Days and Times Offered: Blended
Course Description: Learn the components of regulatory exams; an objective standardized clinical examination (OSCE) and a multiple-choice question (MCQ) examination. Apply knowledge and skills to a variety of massage therapy clinical scenarios and prepare to demonstrate knowledge and skills in a final comprehensive OSCE and MCQ.
Course Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
utilize self-reflection to identify personal strengths and areas for improvement in preparation for final comprehensive exams
review material relating to areas self-identified as needing improvement
contribute to an effective, collaborative atmosphere
demonstrate proficiency in skills learned to date
define and discuss OSCE & MCQ evaluations
recognize the purpose of OSCE & MCQ evaluations
apply skills and knowledge to support performance in OSCE & MCQ evaluations
develop a systematic approach to each OSCE testing station
examine and apply the massage therapy profession standards of practice
compare the entry to practice exams offered by the regulatory colleges for massage therapy in Canada
This blended course has an online lecture and in-person components. The instructor will use the approved curriculum; implementation of applicable curriculum assessment measures; marking and submitting final course grades. The instructor will also be required to maintain regular contact with the administration team and adhere to university policies and deadlines.
Responsibilities
Instruction:
Lesson preparation
Course delivery
Marking/grading
Course outline preparation
Facilitate course delivery using approved curriculum and learning materials
Review and revision of course assessments
Host virtual Google Meet sessions with students once per week or at least twice during the course
An online instructor is required to access the course daily; however, there are no predetermined times of the day an instructor is required to be online. Online instructors must have reliable internet service throughout the entire period of the course.
Reply to students within 24-48 hours.
Administration:
Marking and submission of course grades
Maintain regular contact with the program administrative team
Participate in virtual instructor meetings and individual meetings with the program coordinator as required
Participate in meetings and adhere to university policies and deadlines
Qualifications:
Post-secondary credential in a related field
Proficient understanding of the Inter-Jurisdictional Practice Competencies and Performance Indicators for Massage Therapists at Entry-to-Practice.
Working knowledge of copyright and APA citation
Excellent communication skills
Experience with accreditation
Instructional experience in an adult education environment is an asset
Strong organizational and time management skills
Self-motivated and self-directed
Proficiency with Google Workspace
Proficiency with the D2L learning management system is an asset
Mount Royal University’s Faculty of Continuing Education has provided high quality education to the Calgary community and beyond for more than 75 years. Serving more than 30,000 students per year, we offer a suite of Ministry of Advanced Education-approved programs (occupational programs in massage, personal fitness trainer and funeral education; academic upgrading; and our Transitional Vocational Programming), over 60 programs and 350+ courses to support professional and personal development in a wide range of topics, and our Conservatory (which offers a broad range of music and speech arts programming). Our courses cover a wide range of topics, including but not limited to business, technology and health. These courses are offered in a variety of formats on campus, online, in the workplace, and in the community.
About the Role
The department is seeking a professional interested in contributing their expertise to teach in the Massage Therapy Diploma.
Name of Course: XMAT25030 OSCE
Days and Times Offered: Blended
Course Description: Learn the components of regulatory exams; an objective standardized clinical examination (OSCE) and a multiple-choice question (MCQ) examination. Apply knowledge and skills to a variety of massage therapy clinical scenarios and prepare to demonstrate knowledge and skills in a final comprehensive OSCE and MCQ.
Course Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
utilize self-reflection to identify personal strengths and areas for improvement in preparation for final comprehensive exams
review material relating to areas self-identified as needing improvement
contribute to an effective, collaborative atmosphere
demonstrate proficiency in skills learned to date
define and discuss OSCE & MCQ evaluations
recognize the purpose of OSCE & MCQ evaluations
apply skills and knowledge to support performance in OSCE & MCQ evaluations
develop a systematic approach to each OSCE testing station
examine and apply the massage therapy profession standards of practice
compare the entry to practice exams offered by the regulatory colleges for massage therapy in Canada
This blended course has an online lecture and in-person components. The instructor will use the approved curriculum; implementation of applicable curriculum assessment measures; marking and submitting final course grades. The instructor will also be required to maintain regular contact with the administration team and adhere to university policies and deadlines.
Responsibilities
Instruction:
Lesson preparation
Course delivery
Marking/grading
Course outline preparation
Facilitate course delivery using approved curriculum and learning materials
Review and revision of course assessments
Host virtual Google Meet sessions with students once per week or at least twice during the course
An online instructor is required to access the course daily; however, there are no predetermined times of the day an instructor is required to be online. Online instructors must have reliable internet service throughout the entire period of the course.
Reply to students within 24-48 hours.
Administration:
Marking and submission of course grades
Maintain regular contact with the program administrative team
Participate in virtual instructor meetings and individual meetings with the program coordinator as required
Participate in meetings and adhere to university policies and deadlines
Qualifications:
Post-secondary credential in a related field
Proficient understanding of the Inter-Jurisdictional Practice Competencies and Performance Indicators for Massage Therapists at Entry-to-Practice.
Working knowledge of copyright and APA citation
Excellent communication skills
Experience with accreditation
Instructional experience in an adult education environment is an asset
Strong organizational and time management skills
Self-motivated and self-directed
Proficiency with Google Workspace
Proficiency with the D2L learning management system is an asset
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Credit-Free Instructor: XMAT 25030 OSCE position is now open for candidates interested in the Education Jobs sector. This role in Calgary offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Education Jobs is a plus.
