Animal Care Two semesters Ontario College Certificate Oshawa Develop practical skills in animal behaviour, handling, wellness and care to prepare for careers supporting the health and well-being of animals in diverse settings. Communicative Disorders Assistant (graduate certificate) Three consecutive semesters Ontario College Graduate Certificate Oshawa Communicative disorders assistants (CDAs) provide speech and language therapy to children and adults in addition to carrying out speech, language and hearing screenings including screenings for infants. This program, recognized by the Communicative Disorders Assistant Association of Canada, will enable you to obtain the Critical Care Nursing – e-learning (graduate certificate) Two semesters Ontario College Graduate Certificate Oshawa Critical care nurses are responsible for the most vulnerable patients. They have the responsibility to vigilantly monitor, assess and treat the critically ill, while providing support to their families. Dental Assisting (Levels I and II) Two semesters Ontario College Certificate Oshawa If you have an interest in helping others in an oral health care setting and becoming a valued member of a dental team in your community, this may be the profession for you. Dental Hygiene Six semesters Ontario College Advanced Diploma Oshawa Specializing in preventive oral health, dental hygienists work collaboratively with other health professionals to provide client-centred care. Dental Office Administration Two semesters Ontario College Certificate Oshawa Dental receptionists and administrators play a vital role that enhances operations in the dental setting such as processing information, utilizing paper and electronic management systems, scheduling, financial records and proficient interpersonal skills. Emergency Services Fundamentals Two semesters Ontario College Certificate Oshawa The world of emergency services holds many career paths and it may be difficult to know where to start. This two-semester program, which is unique to Durham College, will provide you with the fundamentals and basic skills required in many emergency service or health science careers. Fitness and Health Promotion Four semesters Ontario College Diploma Oshawa The Fitness and Health Promotion program will prepare you for a meaningful career that goes beyond the walls of a gym, with a focus on supporting a diverse range of populations, including clients of all ages, abilities and body shapes. Massage Therapy Six consecutive semesters Ontario College Advanced Diploma Oshawa Develop the skills to assess and treat physical dysfunction and pain through evidence-based massage therapy training, hands-on experience and preparation for registration in Ontario. Massage Therapy (Transfer Pathway for Ontario Tech University Kinesiology Degree) – NEW Four consecutive semesters Ontario College Advanced Diploma Oshawa A pathway for Kinesiology graduates to complete Massage Therapy training, gaining clinical experience and preparing for registration as a Registered Massage Therapist in Ontario. Nursing – Collaborative Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) (Hons) Eight semesters Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) (Hons) Oshawa The collaborative nursing programs are a fully integrated partnership between the Durham College School of Health & Community Services and the Ontario Tech University (Ontario Tech) Faculty of Health Sciences, Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist Assistant Four semesters Ontario College Diploma Oshawa Gain the skills and experience to support occupational therapists and physiotherapists in helping individuals improve mobility, independence and quality of life through rehabilitation. Paramedic Four semesters Ontario College Diploma Oshawa The Paramedic program at Durham College prepares students to provide compassionate, evidence-informed care in a rapidly evolving health-care environment. Paramedic – Advanced Care (graduate certificate) Three consecutive semesters Ontario College Graduate Certificate Oshawa Durham College’s Advanced Care Paramedic program prepares Primary Care Paramedics to provide advanced assessment, treatment and clinical leadership for complex and critically ill patients. Paramedic (Compressed) Four consecutive semesters Ontario College Diploma Oshawa Paramedics are the people who come to the rescue before a doctor lays eyes on a patient. Responsible for making decisions about what treatment is needed in life or death situations and never quite knowing what state their patient will be in when they arrive at the scene, paramedics... Personal Support Worker Two semesters Ontario College Certificate Oshawa Prepare for a career providing compassionate, client-centred care and support to individuals with daily living needs across community, long-term care, hospital and home settings. Personal Support Worker (weekend delivery) Two semesters Ontario College Certificate Oshawa Personal support workers are valued members of the health-care team. As a graduate, you will have the skills required to provide assistance with daily living activities including: Assistance with medications, Household and family management, Nutrition, Palliative and restorative activities, and Personal care and hygiene. Practical Nursing Five semesters Ontario College Diploma Oshawa The Practical Nursing program is designed to prepare graduates who are able to meet the challenges of the expanding role of nursing in today’s society. Practical Nursing – (weekend delivery) Five consecutive semesters Ontario College Diploma Oshawa As a practical nurse, you will combine your knowledge, skills and judgement to provide safe, competent, ethical nursing care to meet the unique needs of all patients throughout the continuum of care. Practical Nursing (PSW-PN bridge) Four consecutive semesters Ontario College Diploma Oshawa The Practical Nursing program is designed to prepare graduates who are able to meet the challenges of the expanding role of nursing in today’s society. Practical Nursing for Internationally Educated Nurses Four semesters Ontario College Diploma Oshawa The Practical Nursing program option for internationally educated nurses is designed for applicants with nursing credentials from outside of Canada. Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees Two semesters Ontario College Certificate Oshawa Build foundational knowledge and skills for future healthcare careers while earning credits and preparing for competitive college and university health-science programs. Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Certificates and Diplomas Two semesters Ontario College Certificate Oshawa Build foundational knowledge and skills for future healthcare careers while earning credits and preparing for competitive college programs in areas such as Nursing, Dental and Paramedic. Recreation Therapy Four semesters Ontario College Diploma Oshawa Develop skills to design and deliver therapeutic recreation programs that support independence, well-being and quality of life across health care, community and senior living settings.