Code
Name/Description
Credits
APHY 103
Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology
3
You will be introduced to the study of the human body and how it functions efficiently. You will study various body systems that are of critical importance for the promotion and maintenance of health.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory, Online, Print Distance Group, Print Distance Individual, Prior Learning, Web Assisted Delivery Group
ETHC 101
Professionalism in Health Care
3
You will participate in an introduction to health care and health care delivery systems. Co-operative working relationships, employability skills, conflict management, critical thinking skills, communication, wellness, and stress management techniques will be emphasized throughout the course.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory, Online, Print Distance Group, Print Distance Individual, Prior Learning, Web Assisted Delivery Group
INFC 180
Infection Control and Safety
2
You will learn the transmission of microorganisms and blood-borne pathogens as well as how to protect yourself and others when working with patients and patient samples.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 30.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online, Print Distance Group, Print Distance Individual, Prior Learning, Web Assisted Delivery Group
MICR 111
Introduction to Microbiology
3
You will learn the theory and skills required to prepare, culture, incubate, and stain clinical microbiology specimens.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Prerequisites(s): APHY 103(concurrent), INFC 180(concurrent), MTER 180(concurrent), PROC 180(concurrent)
Equivalent Course(s): MICR 187, MICR 190
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning, Web Assisted Delivery Group
MTER 180
Medical Terminology
1
You will learn to use the prefixes, suffixes and combining forms from which medical terms are derived. You will also learn to use medical abbreviations.
Credit Units: 1
Course Hours: 15.0
Equivalent Course(s): MED 161
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory, Online, Print Distance Group, Print Distance Individual, Prior Learning, Web Assisted Delivery Group
PROC 180
General Laboratory Practice
3
You will learn the theory and practice required to perform basic procedures in a medical laboratory. The course content includes laboratory solution preparation with related calculation and standard laboratory equipment such as: glassware, centrifuges, balances, pipettes, thermal equipment, and microscopes. You will continue to apply previously learned laboratory theory and skills. You will learn the theory and practice required to perform basic procedures in a medical laboratory. The course content includes laboratory solution preparation with related calculation and standard laboratory equipment such as: glassware, centrifuges, balances, pipettes, thermal equipment, and microscopes. You will continue to apply previously learned laboratory theory and skills.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Prerequisites(s): INFC 180(concurrent), MTER 180(concurrent)
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning, Web Assisted Delivery Group
PROC 183
Introduction to Basic Laboratory Procedures
2
You will receive the theory and practice required to perform basic procedures in the clinical laboratory areas of hematology and chemistry. You will demonstrate knowledge of quality management and the importance of critical thinking strategies. You will perform techniques required for erythrocyte sedimentation rate, preparing and staining peripheral smears, macroscopic urine testing, and point-of-care testing.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 30.0
Prerequisites(s): PROC 180(concurrent)
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning, Web Assisted Delivery Group
PROC 185
Laboratory Specimen Procurement
3
You will be introduced to the structure and function of the main medical laboratories in this course. Sample collection, handling, storage, and distribution will be covered, with an emphasis on the maintenance of specimen integrity.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Prerequisites(s): INFC 180(concurrent), MTER 180(concurrent)
Equivalent Course(s): PROC 181, PROC 184
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning, Web Assisted Delivery Group
PSYC 104
Psychology of Health and Wellness Management
1
In this course you will be introduced to theories of stress and holistic concepts of wellness honouring different cultural perspectives. You will use the Medicine Wheel as a tool to examine the influence of stress on physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional health. Finally, you will create a personal stress management plan with a goal of respecting the four elements of health.
Credit Units: 1
Course Hours: 15.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Online, Prior Learning, Web Assisted Delivery Group
CLIN 112
Clinical Procedures
8
You will participate in a supervised clinical experience. Upon successfully completing this experience, you will be prepared to perform several specific procedures in the clinical laboratory.
Credit Units: 8
Course Hours: 120.0
Prerequisites(s): SIMU 100(concurrent)
Potential Learning Method(s): Clinical/Practicum, Prior Learning, Web Assisted Delivery Group
CLIN 113
Clinical Specimen Procurement and Management
6
You will participate in a supervised clinical experience. Upon successfully completing the experience, you will be adept at specimen procurement, data entry, receiving and distributing specimens, plus preparing specimens for analysis.
Credit Units: 6
Course Hours: 90.0
Prerequisites(s): PROC 185
Potential Learning Method(s): Clinical/Practicum, Prior Learning, Web Assisted Delivery Group
ECRD 180
Electrocardiography
2
Your studies will focus on the theoretical aspects required to perform electrocardiograms (ECGs). The course content includes recording techniques, recognizing artifacts and identifying remedies to minimize them, and recognizing basic cardiac arrhythmias. You will develop skills to perform ECGs.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 30.0
Prerequisites(s): APHY 103, MTER 180
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online, Print Distance Group, Print Distance Individual, Prior Learning, Web Assisted Delivery Group
EDUC 100
Competency Development
1
You will develop a study plan using learning activities and assignments to maintain and improve personal competence. A systematic review of curriculum content, the national competency profile and comprehensive practice exam questions will be used to identify specific areas for improvement. You will receive an introduction to research within health care.
Credit Units: 1
Course Hours: 15.0
Prerequisites(s): ETHC 101, MICR 111, PROC 183, ECRD 180(concurrent), HSTC 188(concurrent)
Potential Learning Method(s): Online, Prior Learning
HSTC 188
Introduction to Histology and Cytology
2
Your studies will help you develop skills to assist with preparation of clinical specimens for microscopic examination. The course content includes specimen receiving and processing, block and/or slide preparation and basic staining.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 30.0
Prerequisites(s): APHY 103, MTER 180, PROC 185, PROC 180
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning, Web Assisted Delivery Group
IPE 100
Interprofessional Education
1
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to define Interprofessional Education (IPE) and practice. You will be able to describe the benefits, barriers, and enablers to IPE. You will be able to explain how IPE positively affects collaborative patient-centered care. You will participate in a variety of IPE activities that will highlight professional values and ethics, as a member of an interprofessional team.
Credit Units: 1
Course Hours: 15.0
Prerequisites(s): ETHC 101
Potential Learning Method(s): Online, Prior Learning
SIMU 100
Practical Skills and Simulation
2
You will participate in activities to help prepare you for clinical experience. The course will focus on skill development in laboratory and electrocardiogram (ECG). The experience will assist you to correlate your theory to real patient and laboratory situations. You will demonstrate your ability to prioritize, organize, and implement procedures. Your ability to apply professional practice will be stressed. You will continue to apply previously learned knowledge and skills.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 30.0
Prerequisites(s): ECRD 180(concurrent), PROC 183, HSTC 188(concurrent), ETHC 101, MICR 111
Potential Learning Method(s): Lab/Practical, Prior Learning, Web Assisted Delivery Group
SOCI 101
Cultural and Indigenous Awareness in Health Care
3
You will be introduced to the sociological imagination. You will discuss the relationship between culture, colonization, and land. The sociology of science and technology will be explained. You will learn to recognize forms of oppression, diversity, and inclusion. Next you will explore the need for reconciliation and decolonization. Finally, you will develop a personal awareness plan and social action plan.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Online, Prior Learning, Web Assisted Delivery Group
Total semester credits: 46