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The Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Certificates and Diplomas (hybrid option) is designed for individuals interested in pursuing a health sciences career at the college level while seeking flexibility in their learning. The hybrid pathway is an asynchronous, hybrid version of the Pre-Health Science Pathway to Certificates and Diplomas certificate. Course content is delivered hybrid with in-person labs completed at the Oshawa campus. In-person labs run on Friday evenings and Saturday mornings and early afternoons.
During in-person labs students have an opportunity to connect with their peers, expert instructors, and experience the hands-on, small group learning health sciences demands. Graduates of this pathway also develop the technology competencies required of many college health science programs. Independent study is required and students considering this program should have strong time management and organizational skills.
This two-semester program provides the foundation necessary for success in a college health sciences program such as Paramedic, Practical Nursing, Dental Assistant, Dental Hygiene, Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist Assistant. It is also designed for individuals who would like to strengthen their communication and critical thinking skills, their knowledge of mathematics, biology, chemistry and physics, as well as familiarize themselves with college life and college workload.
In addition, the program provides students with the opportunity to learn about potential careers in the health sciences while earning post-secondary credits that can be transferred to other health sciences or science-related programs.
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To help students succeed in programs with remote learning requirements, Durham College’s IT Services department has identified minimum technology recommendations. While these are not program requirements, these suggestions will help ensure students have the right tools to support a quality remote learning experience.
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The hybrid option of the Pre-Health Sciences Pathways to Certificates and Diplomas program is designed for individuals interested in pursuing a health sciences career while seeking flexibility in their learning. Students prepare for admission to certificate and diploma health sciences programs, as well as further academic studies in science-related programs at the college level. This two-semester program supports students with development of their knowledge and skills in communications, mathematics, biology, and chemistry so they are well-prepared for the rigours of their next academic program. In addition, the program provides students with the opportunity to learn about health science careers while earning postsecondary credits that could be transferred to other health sciences or science-related programs.
The hybrid program is delivered asynchronously with an in-person lab component. Students complete course work hybrid when it is convenient for them and can receive virtual support from their instructors via video conference and email. During in-person labs, students connect face-to-face with their peers and instructors for additional support and small group, hands-on learning.
The courses listed below are for incoming students. If you are a current student, please refer to your program of study for the year you began your program. Your program of study can be found on MyDC.
Courses and course descriptions are subject to change. Please note that as a result of COVID-19 the 2023-2024 program of study may be modified to accommodate program delivery changes.
Qualified graduates can apply to Durham College’s Practical Nursing; Paramedic; Dental Hygiene; or Dental Reception and Administration programs, and may also be eligible to apply their academic credits towards further study through Durham College’s partnerships with many Canadian and international colleges and universities.
Please visit our pathways page to learn more about how you can transfer your credits towards a degree.
To help students have the best remote learning experience possible, Durham College’s IT Services department has identified technology recommendations for each program based on course needs and software requirements. While not required, students may want to consider these suggestions if they are purchasing a computer or laptop for the upcoming academic year.
Processor: i3 RAM: 4GB Storage: 256GB SSD Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Professional or Education x64 SP1 Internet Browser: Internet Explorer 11 or Google Chrome (newest version) or Firefox (newest version) Network Adapter: 802.11ac 2.4/5 GHz wireless adapter Camera: Webcam/built-in camera Internet connection
Questions regarding technology recommendations can be directed to the IT Service Desk or the school office.
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