Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Certificates and Diplomas

1 year – Ontario College Certificate

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Overview

Upcoming Intakes:

Fall 2024: College Drive – North Bay

Winter 2025: College Drive – North Bay

Obtain the knowledge you need to make an informed program choice, and the necessary skills and prerequisites to start your academic career in the health sector. This program will prepare you for further college studies in the health sciences sector. 

Graduates of this program are prepared to meet the eligibility requirements for a number of Canadore College programs including: Practical Nursing, Biotechnology Technologist, Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist Assistant, and Environment Technician - Protection and Compliance

Please note that certain programs will require a minimum program GPA or minimum grades in specific courses. The Pre-Health Sciences Certificate at Canadore College is a pathway to certificate, diploma and advanced diploma programs at Canadore or within the college system.

What You Learn

  • Human biology
  • Chemistry
  • Communications
  • Mathematics
  • Psychology
  • Critical thinking and reasoning 

OSSD or equivalent, ENG4C or ENG4U

If English is not your first language you must provide proof of English competency.

View current English Language Proficiency Requirements.

Semester 1

BIO098 Human Biology I
CHM105 Introductory Chemistry
CMM115 Communication Fundamentals
CTR100 Critical Thinking & Reasoning
MTH128 Pre-Health Math I
STS135 Student Success for Pre-Health

Semester 2

BIO109 Human Biology II
CHM119 Fundamentals of Chemistry
CMM116 Communication Fundamentals II
Elective PSY200- Lifespan Development OR SOC100- Foundations of Sociology
MTH138 Pre-Health Math II

2024-25 – 1 year – Ontario College Certificate

College Drive Campus – Domestic
Year Tuition Ancillary Fees Material Fee Trip Fee Total
1 $2720.24 $1362.5 - - $4082.74

2024-25 – 1 year – Ontario College Certificate

College Drive Campus – International
Year Tuition Ancillary Fees Material Fee Trip Fee Total
1 $15547.54 $1942.5 - - $17490.04

Textbooks:

Check out the Campus Bookstore to not only purchase your textbooks but also view your book list before the semester starts. 

Technology/Devices:

Canadore College has implemented Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) to enhance your learning experience in and out of the classroom while ensuring flexibility in learning.

To learn more about BYOD and to find out what is required for your program, please visit https://www.canadorecollege.ca/BYOD

You will also need:

  • Lab Kit - apx. $75.00
  • Lab Coat - apx. $20.00
Ontario College Certificate

Learning outcomes represent culminating demonstrations of learning and achievement. In addition, learning outcomes are interrelated and cannot be viewed in isolation of one another. As such, they should be viewed as a comprehensive whole. They describe performances that demonstrate that significant integrated learning by graduates of the program has been achieved.

View Program Vocational Learning Outcomes

View course outlines

There are many options available to students who already have some postsecondary education.

Whether you are looking to study at Canadore from another school,  continue your education at Canadore, or looking to pursue further education elsewhere, we can help find the right path for you!

Whether you want to Transfer TO Canadore, Transfer WITHIN Canadore, or prepare to Transfer FROM Canadore, we've got you covered!

Learn more about Credit Transfer and Pathway opportunities here.