School: Centennial College
Program:Health Studies and Communications Skills
Program | Health Studies and Communications Skills | Faculty | School of Community and Health Studies |
Credential | Certificate | Duration | 1 year/ 2 semesters |
Starting Month | Fall, Winter | Co-op opportunities | No |
Program Description:
Centennial College's Health Studies and Communications Skills program is an academic pathway undertaking. It will benefit English as a Second Language (ESL) students who wish to obtain a post-secondary education in college-level health programs in which English fluency (reading, writing, listening and speaking) is a professional requirement for safe practice.
Advantages:
Included in the Health Studies and Communications Skills program are activities that emphasize the development of reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in a health care setting.
Small class sizes allow for greater interaction with faculty members, who come from English and health care backgrounds.
Faculty members are experienced, caring and supportive. As such, adult and/or ESL learner needs are acknowledged and supported.
You have time to decide on your specialty as you elevate your communication skills.
Admission Requirement:
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, or mature student status (19 years or older)
We recommend this program as an option for individuals who have completed Grade 12 Workplace level English.
Tuition Fees:
Student | Tuition (2 Semesters) | Incidental Fees
| Total
|
Canadian | $2935.5
| $973 | $3908.5
|
International | $13283 | $2256 | $15539 |
Career:
Graduates may find career opportunities in areas such as:
Nurse (with further education)
Pharmacy technician (with further education)
Practical nurse (for internationally educated nurses
with further education)
Credits Transfer
Students who successfully complete this program may qualify for entry into Ontario college graduate certificates and university degree programs at institutions such as McMaster University, University of Guelph and Northern Alberta Institution of Technology.
Link to Centennial College Official Website
https://www.centennialcollege.ca/