First Few Weeks in the Cardiology Technologist Program
The week after orientation we jumped into medical terminology which was our first theory related course. Besides the terminology itself, I learned a lot from this course such as time…
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Cardiology Technologist Program: Admission and Orientation
Applying to college is a big decision with lots of important questions to ask yourself – Is this the right program for me? Is this the right school? Am I…
Understanding Arrhythmia as a Cardiology Technician Student
We’ve all experienced a racing or fluttering heartbeat at some point in our lives. Maybe it woke us from a nightmare, warned us that we were over-exercising, or made us…
Retail vs. Hospital Pharmacy: Understanding the Difference as a Pharmacy Tech
When most people think about a career as a Pharmacy Technician, they often imagine working in a retail pharmacy. They might picture themselves greeting patients, answering the phone, and working…
A Brief Introduction to the Anatomy of the Eye for Dispensing Opticians
Every day, our eyes work hard as they receive light, transmit that light into electronic signals, and send those signals along the optic nerve into the brain. While that might…
4 Tips for Landing a Pharmacy Technician Job after Graduation
Recent Pharmacy Technician graduates understand that finding a job can sometimes be a little tricky and somewhat intimidating. Fortunately, there are several tips graduates can follow to ensure they snag a great job. Stenberg helps prepares our graduates with our…
Why I Chose The Cardio Tech Program
In my 3rd year of university I realized that I needed to take more schooling after my BSc. to have a career in healthcare. I starting searching what healthcare jobs…
Meet Brittany – Cardiology Technologist Student Blogger
My name is Brittany and I am currently enrolled in Stenberg’s Cardiology Technology program here in Halifax, NS. Born in Cape Breton, I spend a lot of my time volunteering with…
A Cardiology Technologist’s Guide to the Anatomy of the Human Heart
Pursuing a career as a cardiology technician can be incredibly rewarding, especially for students who want to help others and make a meaningful difference. Cardiology technologists help with the diagnosis…
A Dispensing Optician’s Guide to Reading Eyeglass Prescriptions
Anyone who has seen an eyeglass prescription knows that they can be quite tricky to read. While it is true that doctors are known for their chicken-scratch handwriting, even a…
It’s Official – Finished the Cardio Tech Program
Well folks, it is official: I have completed my cardiology technology program. The downside is the biggest hurdle is yet to come, but I can say I feel I am…
A Day in the Life of a Pharmacy Technician
If you’re thinking about pursuing a career as a Pharmacy Technician, then knowing what it’s like to work in your chosen field is important. You want to make sure that…
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