Health Sciences

Program Description and Degree Requirements (PDF)

The Health Sciences Certificate Program provides a strong foundation for students interested in careers in nursing, life sciences, or allied health fields. Graduates of the program will be well-prepared to transfer into two- or four-year degree programs in health-related disciplines.

The Health Sciences certificate will help identify and support students with an interest in health-related disciplines, providing them with a clear academic pathway and targeted resources to ensure their success in these demanding disciplines.

STUDENTS GAIN KNOWLEDGE IN:

Medical Terminology
Effective communication of scientific ideas, assumptions, observations and results in oral and written form
Understanding psychological concepts
Anatomy and physiology
Ethical and cultural competence
Integrating knowledge across disciplines

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES:

Graduates can pursue entry-level positions in various scientific and laboratory roles. Those interested in further education may transfer to advanced degree programs, leading to careers such as nursing, pharmacy, dentistry, biomedical engineering, biochemistry, environmental science, or biology.