College Certificate - Pre-Health Sciences Pathway To Certificates And Diploma (PH121)

Program Overview

If you are interested in pursuing a career in the health-care sector and would like the opportunity to explore your options while developing essential skills for post-secondary success, then the Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Certificates and Diplomas program is perfect for you. This program allows you to strengthen your science, writing, and math skills while preparing for various career paths in fields such as biotechnology, pharmacy technician, practical nursing, Chinese medicine, and paramedicine. You will build foundational skills necessary for success in the health sciences field, including math, critical thinking, and problem-solving.

In this program, you will experience learning in a science lab, gain science credits in biology, anatomy, chemistry, and physics, and hone your academic skills for future studies. You will also participate in lab teams and conduct science experiments starting in your first semester, while connecting with experts in the health-care field through various events.

Program Structure

The Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Certificates and Diplomas program is designed to be completed in 2 semesters. This program offers a flexible learning environment with options for online delivery, allowing students to choose a schedule that best fits their needs. The program includes:

• Field experiences to engage in intensive learning related to health sciences.
• Professional practicums for practice-based experience under the supervision of experienced professionals.
• Optional co-operative education, providing paid work terms in the field of study.

Students will have the opportunity to explore various career paths in health sciences while receiving support from student advising services. The program emphasizes the development of personal and social responsibility as a future health professional.

Featured Experiences

• Hands-on experience in specialized science labs, including both dry and wet lab environments.
• Participation in lab teams and conducting science experiments from the first semester.
• Engagement with pathways guest speakers and events for career insights in health sciences.
• Field experiences that may be paid or unpaid, allowing students to build skills and knowledge.
• Professional practicums that provide practice-based experience for professional licensing or certification.
• Optional co-operative education for gaining paid work experience in the field.

Career Options

• Health Care Assistant: Support patients with daily activities and assist healthcare professionals in various settings.
• Pharmacy Technician: Work alongside pharmacists to prepare and dispense medications, manage inventory, and provide customer service.
• Paramedic: Respond to emergency calls, provide medical care, and transport patients to medical facilities.
• Laboratory Technician: Conduct tests and analyses in medical laboratories, assisting in the diagnosis and treatment of patients.
• Nursing Assistant: Provide basic patient care, assist with medical procedures, and support nursing staff in healthcare settings.

With the skills and knowledge gained from the Pre-Health Sciences Pathway program, graduates will be well-prepared to enter various roles in the health-care sector, contributing to the well-being of individuals and communities.

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