| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
| 2025-01-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Pre-Health Sciences Pathway program equips students with foundational knowledge in biology, chemistry, mathematics, and health science communication. It prepares them for advanced health sciences programs, such as Nursing (BScN), or other science-related fields at the advanced diploma or degree level. Graduates may pursue full-time employment or continue their education in health science-related fields. Qualified graduates may be eligible for admission to collaborative programs like BScN (Trent University/Durham College) and Durham's Practical Nursing program.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
- Overview: The Pre-Health Sciences Pathway program provides foundational knowledge and skills for students pursuing advanced health sciences programs, including Nursing (BScN) or other science-related fields at the advanced diploma or degree level.
Outline:
- Program Content: The curriculum encompasses:
- Biological principles, including human body systems, epigenetics, and cell structure and function
- Chemical concepts, including atomic structure, molecular interactions, and organic chemistry
- Mathematical problem-solving using statistics, algebra, and mathematical methods
- Health science communication, utilizing written, spoken, and visual forms
- Course Schedule and Modules:
- Semester 1
- Pre-Health Biology I
- Pre-Health Chemistry I
- Academic Communication Essentials
- Computer Applications in Healthcare
- Pre-Health Math I _ Preparing for Success_
- Semester 2
- Pre-Health Biology II
- Pre-Health Chemistry II
- Academic Communication Strategies_
- Pre-Health Statistics_
- Option 1:_Critical Thinking Skills
Careers:
- Career Paths and Opportunities: Post program completion, graduates can seek full time employment or pursue higher education in diplomas or degree programs in health science-related fields.
Additional Information:
Qualified graduates may be eligible to apply to programs such as collaborative BScN (Trent University/ Durham College) and Durham’s Practical Nursing program and can explore credit transfers to other Canadian or international colleges and university partners through Durham College.
