An orientation to the MCG library is also provided, which includes the use of technology such as power point to provide students with the skills needed for professional presentations. Mathematics Pre-college students take Problem Solving Mathematics which reviews math concepts that students will need to be successful in the college curriculum. Intermediate college students take Health Sciences Mathematics which focuses on the quantitative skills needed to be successful on health professions entrance exams such as the MCAT, DAT, etc. This course is offered to intermediate and advanced college students and is designed to reinforce students' science knowledge, i.e., biological sciences for intermediate and both biological and physical sciences for advanced students. In addition to an extensive content review, students are also provided standardized test-taking strategies.
Emphasis is given to medical, dental, and allied health career specialties.
Advanced College students are placed with a clinical advisor, either an MCG faculty member or community practitioner, for the purpose of receiving an extended orientation to a specific clinical setting as well as advice and support in preparing their written project for the medical writing course. This seminar focuses on the admissions process for health professions school and highlights course requirements, application preparation, and interviewing techniques. Mock interviews, conducted by MCG faculty, represent the seminar's culminating activity. Each student receives a stipend, paid in a series of checks, to cover living expenses and books. The final check is contingent upon students successfully completing the program.