Full-time Programs
PREH - Pre-Health Science
Program Entry
SEPTEMBER
Program Length
One-Year Ontario College Certificate
| Contact: | E-mail: |
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| Pam Fairbank | fairbank@loyalistc.on.ca |
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Highlights
- Build academic skills and gain career confidence.
- Take advantage of practical career guidance and personal
faculty assistance.
- Obtain transfer credits to other post-secondary college programs.
- All credits are transferable to the two-year Arts and Science diploma at Loyalist.
Career Opportunities
The Pre-Health Science certificate may be a bridge to college and/or university health science programs. Graduates who maintain a minimum average of 70% in the certificate program, and meet specific entrance requirements, will be eligible for admission to the Brock University/Loyalist College collaborative Nursing Degree or other university-oriented science studies.
Program Description
High school graduates and mature students returning to school may have difficulty gaining entrance to the college health science program of their choice. The Pre-Health Science Certificate allows learners to upgrade their skills and knowledge in a higher-learning environment. The curriculum provides a solid foundation in biology, chemistry, math and communication skills that are critical to success in a health-related career.
In the second semester, students choose electives that will support either a diploma or degree orientation. All course work can be applied toward the elective requirements of a two-year diploma in General Arts and Science.
Approximate Cost
Tuition/Fees: $2,953 (two semesters)
Books and Supplies: $1,000
Admission Requirements
Required academic preparation –
- OSSD/OSSGD or equivalent with courses at the general, advanced, (C), (U) or (M) level
- Grade 12 English (C) level or equivalent
OR
- mature applicant
Recommended academic preparation –
- Grade 11/12 biology, chemistry and mathematics
Loyalist / University Transfer
Graduates of the Pre-Health Science Certificate who maintain a minimum average of 70% and meet specific entrance requirements are eligible for admission consideration to the four-year collaborative Nursing Degree program at Brock University/Loyalist College B.Sc.N.
Curriculum
Semester One
BIOL 1000 General Biology
Become familiar with the scientific knowledge of the human body necessary to recognize, accept and use the important principles in all phases of study in Health Sciences.
CHEM 1005 General Chemistry
This course is designed to provide an introduction to chemistry. Course focus will be to understand chemical reactions as a result of atomic/molecular structures of compounds and to be able to solve problems pertaining to these molecular formulas.
COMM 1019 Communications 1
This introductory course focuses on the study of language. Students improve their writing skills by summarizing and critiquing articles as well as writing reports. The course also assists students to improve editing skills and the use of in-class exercises.
COUN 1001 Personal Development
Students assess through an experiential-learning model the skills needed to be competent cooperators within the labour market. Course focus includes: self-assessment skills, communication, interviewing and human relations.
MATH 1013 General Mathematics
Selected algebra and geometry topics, with applications for students who are preparing for programs in chemistry and environmental studies, health sciences, and/or applied arts and business programs.
COUN 1013 PreHealth Science Seminar
Description to come.
Semester Two - Pre-Health Science Degree Stream
BIOL 1001 Human Biology
A study of the human body beginning with human cell types; the biochemistry associated with the body; and the organ systems including: digestive, circulatory, respiratory, urinary, nervous, endocrine; and an introductory look at genetics.
CHEM 1006 Organic Chemistry/Biochemistry
A study of organic compounds and the biochemistry of the human body. The exploration of the different classes of organic molecules and their uses including structure, physical properties and chemical reactions and how these molecules impact our bodies and environment.
COMM 1020 Communications 2
This course focuses on the acquisition and cultural context of language. Students continue to work on writing and editing skills with advanced exercises and applications in sentence, paragraph and essay development. Prerequisite: COMM 1019
MATH 1024 Mathematics 2
Semester Two - Pre-Health Science Degree Stream - Electives
COMP 1004 Introduction to Information Technology
This course provides intermediate level computer users with more advanced instruction in Windows 98, word processing, power point, electronic mail and other Internet software. Through practical lab experience, the learner will become more efficient operating current work place software applications.
GASP 1001 Technology and Humanity
This course is an overview of the scientific philosophy and the advance of technology. Students study theoretical concepts in relation to the impact of technology on the human environment and society.
PHYS 1000 Introduction to Physics
PSYC 1007 Introduction to Psychology
An introductory course in the principles of psycology, which provides a sound foundation prior to study in the advanced area of phsycology. Key principles to be addressed are: learning theory, motivation, emotion, personality, attitudes and abnormal behaviour.
SOCI 1009 Introduction to Sociology
SOCI 1009 An introductory course aimed at providing students with some of the key concepts regarding our society and culture.
Semester Two - Pre-Health Science Diploma Stream
BIOL 1001 Human Biology
A study of the human body beginning with human cell types; the biochemistry associated with the body; and the organ systems including: digestive, circulatory, respiratory, urinary, nervous, endocrine; and an introductory look at genetics.
COMM 1020 Communications 2
This course focuses on the acquisition and cultural context of language. Students continue to work on writing and editing skills with advanced exercises and applications in sentence, paragraph and essay development. Prerequisite: COMM 1019
COMP 1004 Introduction to Information Technology
This course provides intermediate level computer users with more advanced instruction in Windows 98, word processing, power point, electronic mail and other Internet software. Through practical lab experience, the learner will become more efficient operating current work place software applications.
Plus 3 electives.
Semester Two - Pre-Health Science Diploma Stream - Electives
CHEM 1006 Organic Chemistry/Biochemistry
A study of organic compounds and the biochemistry of the human body. The exploration of the different classes of organic molecules and their uses including structure, physical properties and chemical reactions and how these molecules impact our bodies and environment.
COUN 1002 Career Resource Development
Students will explore the structure and functions of occupational groups in Canada. Specific study areas include: employment trends, occupational training, entrepreneurship, and applications of research specific to areas of personal occupational interest. Prerequisite: COUN 1001
GASP 1001 Technology and Humanity
This course is an overview of the scientific philosophy and the advance of technology. Students study theoretical concepts in relation to the impact of technology on the human environment and society.
MATH 1024 Mathematics 2
PHYS 1000 Introduction to Physics
PSYC 1007 Introduction to Psychology
An introductory course in the principles of psycology, which provides a sound foundation prior to study in the advanced area of phsycology. Key principles to be addressed are: learning theory, motivation, emotion, personality, attitudes and abnormal behaviour.
SOCI 1009 Introduction to Sociology
SOCI 1009 An introductory course aimed at providing students with some of the key concepts regarding our society and culture.
