College Certificate in Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees
Fanshawe College
Key Information
Campus location
London, Canada
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
1 year
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
CAD 3,503 *
Application deadline
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* total fee for Canadian students. $15,539.14 for international students
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Introduction
Pre-Health Science is a one-year Ontario College Certificate program for students interested in a pathway to an advanced diploma or degree. Students will study subject areas relevant to health and career programs at Fanshawe. The goal of the program is to prepare students for their chosen health career paths.
Your Learning Experience
The Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees program provides students with the opportunity to study subject areas relevant to health career programs at Fanshawe College and to instill an appreciation of the professional roles, responsibilities, and academic requirements of health care disciplines.
The goal of the program is to prepare students for their chosen health career program. Students will be prepared to enter other programs within the School of Health Sciences or pursue their education at other institutions.
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Curriculum
Courses
Level 1
Take all of the following Mandatory Courses:
- WRIT-1048 ---- Reason and Writing 1 for Health Sciences
- ANAT-1002 ---- Human Anatomy 1
- BIOL-1003 ---- Biological Sciences 1
- CHEM-1004 ---- Chemistry 1
- HLTH-1250 ---- Practical Applications 1
- MATH-1024 ---- Mathematics
- PHYS-1005 ---- Physical Sciences 1
Level 2
Take all of the following Mandatory Courses:
Group 1
- ANAT-1009 ---- Human Anatomy 2
- BIOL-1008 ---- Biological Sciences 2
- CHEM-1006 ---- Chemistry 2
- COMM-3050 ---- Writing and Contemporary Health Issues
- HLTH-1251 ---- Practical Applications 2
Group 2
- Take PHYS-1009 or SOCI-1088
- PHYS-1009 ---- Physical Sciences 2
- SOCI-1088 ---- Sociology
Group 3
Take 1 of the following courses:
- MATH-1028 MATH-3079 OR MATH-3080
- MATH-1028 ---- Mathematics
- MATH-3079 ---- Calculus and Vectors
- MATH-3080 ---- Advanced Functions
Program Residency
Students Must Complete a Minimum of 11 credits in this program at Fanshawe College to meet the Program Residency requirement and graduate from this program
Program Outcome
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
1. examine biological concepts, processes, and systems of the human body, including genetics and epigenetics, as well as the structure, function, and properties of the molecules of life, cells, tissues, and organ systems in relation to homeostasis, physical development, and health.
2. examine concepts, processes, and systems of chemistry, including atomic and molecular structure; quantities in chemical reactions; solutions and solubility; acids and bases; as well as organic chemistry and biochemistry in relation to health and the human body.
3. solve numeric problems and interpret data related to health sciences and other science-related fields using mathematical concepts, including algebra and probability, along with descriptive and inferential statistics.
4. use health sciences and other science-related language and terminology appropriately to communicate clearly, concisely, and correctly in written, spoken, and visual forms.
5. prepare a personal strategy and plan for academic, career, and professional development in the health sciences or other science-related fields.
6. investigate health sciences and science-related questions, problems, and evidence using the scientific method.
Physics (Optional):
7. examine fundamental physics laws and concepts and their application to health sciences and other science-related fields.
Career Opportunities
Fanshawe’s Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees program provides students with the opportunity to study health-related career programs (e.g., Paramedic, Respiratory Therapy, Practical Nursing, etc.) while instilling an appreciation of the professional roles, responsibilities, and academic requirements of health care disciplines.
Here are some examples of career opportunities for graduates of Fanshawe’s Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees program:
Personal Care Aides
Deliver high-quality service in helping clients manage everyday tasks.
Medical Scheduler
Schedule personal support workers, third-party services, and administrative functions related to client services that are performed accurately and in a timely manner.
Observation Care Provider
Assist with the care of one or two clients by providing. Caring for companionship and observing how they are doing.
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