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Diploma of Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees
- Sault Ste. Marie, Canada
- 1 year
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
A one-year certificate that prepares students for health sciences study, Including nursing and paramedic programmes.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: yes
What you will learn
- Develop subject knowledge in Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees and apply relevant care or professional frameworks
- Communicate effectively
- And evaluate evidence-based practice.
Career outcomes
- Public and private agencies and institutions
- Community-based
- Residential and custody settings
- Further study (nursing
- Paramedic
- Queen's BHSc)
Curriculum
- Two semesters: human biology I and II
- Chemistry I and II
- Mathematics for health sciences I and II
- Introduction to psychology
- Working with diversity
- Physics
- Professional communications and Indigenous culture and awareness. Designed as groundwork for Northern's nursing and paramedic programmes.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent at college level (some programmes need Grade 12 English ENG4C and college math)
- or mature student status; at least 18 by the end of the first semester; credentials in other languages need certified translations.
Accepted academic background
Equivalent of an Ontario Secondary School Diploma at college-preparation level or higher (some programmes need further subjects, e.g. Grade 12 English and Foundations for College Math); at least 18 by end of first semester; Ontario College Graduate Certificate programmes need a prior diploma or degree and are not in this row
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0
- TOEFL iBT 79
- PTE Academic 60
- Cambridge 169
- Duolingo 110
- IELTS Academic 6
Documents you’ll need
- English Language Test Results
How to apply
- Review the program entry criteria and relevant intake. Prepare academic transcripts and the supporting documents specified for this qualification. Submit the institution application and any required English proficiency evidence. Pay the application fee when applicable. Follow the admissions team instructions and await the decision.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $16,825 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $150 CAD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Sault Ste. Marie |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Health Programs |
| Department | _ |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | Scholarships and bursaries are advertised for qualified students; each award has its own eligibility criteria. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
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Program starts
September 2027
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Program starts
January 2028
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No deadline listed
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1 year.
Tuition is $16,825 CAD per year. The application fee is $150 CAD. The estimated living cost is $8,892 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 79, PTE Academic 60, Cambridge 169, Duolingo 110, IELTS Academic 6.