College Certificate - Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees (1094)

This two-semester Ontario College Certificate program prepares students for admission to and future success in diploma- and degree-level Health Sciences programs and other post-secondary studies. The curriculum provides the knowledge and skills needed to meet admission requirements for a range of programs and may offer transferable post-secondary credits where applicable.

Students develop foundational knowledge and skills in communications, mathematics and science, preparing them for the academic demands of future studies. In addition to anatomy and physiology, biology, chemistry and an optional physics course, the program offers opportunities to explore health sciences and related careers. It also incorporates the general education and essential employability skills mandated by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities.

Required courses include communications, biology, chemistry and mathematics, with students choosing either physics or a social science course. Communications courses strengthen academic writing and critical-thinking skills that support success in programs such as the Bachelor of Science in Nursing.

Students gain hands-on experience in microscopy and other fundamental laboratory techniques. They may also use the Nursing Simulation Lab to enhance their understanding of anatomy and physiology.