Introduction to Healthcare
Pre - PA, PSW, CCA
This course enables students to develop their understanding of basic Healthcare theory and includes a practical application in hand hygiene. Students will focus on Healthcare fundamentals, including medical terminology and the functions of the human body system and explore the relationships between pathology and disease prevention and treatment. Students will develop an awareness of health and safety issues in the health care field, environmental and societal issues related to health care, professional ethical practice standards, and career opportunities in the field.
Yorkdale’s Introduction to Healthcare Program is a 2 credit (full-time) package aimed at any individual who is interested in a career in any area of the healthcare field in Ontario. It will enable students to make informed decisions about their future and providing the foundation knowledge for any career the student chooses to pursue.
Units of study:
Healthcare systems
Anatomy and Physiology
Careers in Healthcare
Cultural Diversity
Personal and Professional Qualities of a Health Care Worker
Nutrition
Legal and Ethical Responsibilities
Human Growth and Development
Medical Terminology
Medical Math
Computers and Technology in Health Care
Preparing for the World of Work....resume, job application, interview, etc.
This Program can also prepare students for other Yorkdale Programs such as PSW, CCA, PA. Achieving a 75% or higher in the program allows you to bypass the competitive admissions process for these programs.
In this 9 week program students can:
Earn 2 credits towards your secondary school diploma
Introduction to Health care completion or achievement Certificate
Gain foundation knowledge helpful for any career in healthcare
Yorkdale’s 9 week Introduction to Healthcare Program:
Please note hours are non-negotiable and that classes are not held over the summer (July and August)
In–person (9 weeks) every other day in class.
Monday-Friday, 8:25 a.m. - 12:35 p.m.
You can choose to take one other class in period 3 if desired. English is highly recommended.