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Complete and submit the Application Form with
the required personal documentation and fee to the Registrar. Successful applicants
for membership who have all the required qualifications with the exception
of a successful examination will receive their Associate Membership
in the College ($100.00 annual fee). In consultation
with the Associate Member the College Registrar will arrange a time
and place for the certifying examination. Mock test material and exam
analysis as well as a local proctor will be appointed to help the
candidates succeed in this evaluation. Candidates may repeat this
examination should this be necessary.
If you do not have the education or work experience
to become an Associate Member, the Registrar will inform you which
credentials you are lacking and refund your fee ($100.00)
in full. |
Requirements for Admission
(See Examination) |
Each application
for admission must be accompanied by appropriate proof of academic
qualifications and experience and also provide the names and addresses
of three recognized microbiologists willing to substantiate the candidate's
educational background and work experience. |
Academic
Requirements
(See Credits) |
A
bona fide degree in microbiology is required for entry into the
college. Such a degree comprises formal education including 15
full or 30 semester course credits at the university level or
equivalent in the Microbiological, Biological, Medical or Physical
Sciences.
Candidates not meeting the academic requirements of a degree in
Microbiology but possessing a B.Sc. in a subject other than microbiology
from a Canadian program or its equivalent may be certified after
they have acquired 5 full years of working experience in a microbiological
field between the completion of their academic program and the
time of applying for admission to the College.
Degrees obtained outside of Canada require an assessment of their
equivalence to those offered by Canadian degree programs. Most
Canadian universities provide such an assessment and in particular,
the Comparative Education Department of the University of Toronto.
It is the responsibility of the applicant to obtain an acceptable
certificate of equivalence. |
Admission
Examination |
Candidates with the necessary academic qualifications
will be required to pass the College's admission examination in general
microbiology. Those who fail this examination may write it again.This
examination will usually be held in May and October every year and
candidates should submit to the College their intention to write this
examination by March 15 or September 15, as appropriate. For other
arrangements contact the Registrar.
On successful completion of the examination
in General Microbiology of the College the candidate Associate Member
is confirmed by the College as a Registered Microbiologist RMCCM and
will receive a Diploma attesting to their certification. |
Work
Experience |
Work
experience in a microbiological field is essential for all candidates
applying for admission to the College. The minimum requirements in
this regard are detailed for each membership category. |
| Credits |
NEW (2009): Academic Requirements: Membership as Associate Member will be granted to BSc, graduates in a Biological discipline from a Canadian University, who have completed 30 (thirty) University level credit courses ( Three credits = 45 h = one semester) in Microbiology.
Credits courses in Microbiology include: General Microbiology, Immunology, Serology, Pathogenic Microbiology, Mycology, Parasitology, Virology, Systematic Microbiology, Cell Culture, Microscopy.
Applied microbiology, in disciplines such as food, dairy, industrial, sanitation, Agricultural Microbiology, Biosafety.
Genetics, Physiology, Metabolism, Ecology, Epidemiology, Taxonomy, Molecular Biology, provided that such courses contribute to an understanding of the biology of microorganisms and/or their interrelationships with the environment.
Credits obtained during studies towards MSc and PhD, in a field of Microbiology are acceptable.
Candidates who do not meet the academic requirements may become members if they successfully pass the RM examination.
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| BENEFITS |
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work with certified professionals competent in your field.
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be able to serve on committees, boards, and liaison with other organizations.
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become a professional microbiologist recognized in your field.
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achieve recognition of your work.
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exchange information with your peers and broaden awareness of microbiology.
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invest formally in your self-improvement and continuous education.
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qualify for workshop assistance, prestigious awards, and referral service.
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| Directory |
Members are listed in the College Registry which is published as a directory of professional practising Microbiologists throughout Canada including their affiliation and certification category. This demonstrates your interest in further self-development of professional knowledge and leadership skills. The newsletters share the events of the profession with its certified members. |
| Newsletters |
The newsletters share the events of the profession with its certified members. |
| Reciprocity |
Certification by the College as a Fellow of the Canadian College of Microbiologists (FCCM) in Clinical Microbiology has full reciprocity with the American Board of Medical Microbiology (ABMM) in the USA. |
| Student Awards |
Currently the CCM supports a poster competion held each year at CACMID and CSM. The award is $600.00 and one year free CCM membership. The award is based on the merit of the research presented in the poster, as well as the student's ability to answer questions on his/her research project. It is expected that the project contributes significantly to the professional development of the student in microbiology. Abstracts are submitted as part of the CACMID abstract submission process, but are identified as student posters for the competition. |
| Continuing Education Fund |
Members of the CCM can apply to the CCM for financial assistance in presenting College-approved courses or workshops. This fund promotes initiation of continuing education events. Applications may be made through the Registrars' office. |
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