Health Care SHSM Program Overview

As part of the Health Care SHSM, students will:

• Gain knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, immunology, and human development

• Learn and understand the diverse needs of children and the elderly

• Develop fundamental skills used in healthcare including: patient assessments, vital signs, and communication techniques

• Develop an understanding and appreciation for communication techniques that enable them to provide psychosocial care to their clients

• Recognize the diversity of the careers in healthcare and understand the roles that each play as a component of a collaborative team in patient care

• Understand and incorporate infection control standards into practice in the classroom and in several experiential learning opportunities

• Obtain certifications in: First Aid/CPR-HCP, Infection Control, WHMIS. Other certificates include medical terminology, conflict resolution, back safety, mental health etc.

Health Care Course Package

Students in the Health and Wellness SHSM will complete:

• Three (3) health care courses

  • • TPJ3C/M

    • TPJ4C/M

    • TOJ4C

• Courses in biology, chemistry, and/or physics

• One math credit

• One English credit

• Two Co-op credits

Who would be interested in the Health Care SHSM?

This program provides focused teaching to cover the interests and designations of the enrolled students. Through co-op placement, job shadowing, and reach-ahead experiences, students have the opportunity to explore a career in the health care industry.

• Dentistry

• Medicine

• Nursing

• Paramedic

• Personal Support Worker

• X-Ray Technician