General Arts and Science - Health Sciences
Program Office: 403.394.7338 • generalstudies@lethbridgecollege.ca
The health-care sector is one of the largest and most complex in Canada, providing a broad range of career opportunities from direct patient/client care to related teaching and research. It’s so broad that you may have an interest, but not have a clear direction you want to take. The Health Sciences certificate program offers a way for you to explore your interest, gain foundational knowledge and take courses that are transferable to a diploma or degree.
The courses you take to earn your one-year Health Sciences certificate can be applied to six health-related diploma and degree programs at Lethbridge College and to programs at other institutions.
Your Investment
Program fees will vary. To view fee information, go to www.lethbridgecollege.ca/programs and select your program.
Graduation
Upon successful completion of all program requirements, students are awarded a General Arts and Science - Health Sciences Certificate.
Successful completion of this program may qualify students for admission into other Lethbridge College programs. Please consult specific program admission requirements.
New applicants are accepted into the General Arts and Science program for the Fall (September) term.
General Admissions Requirements
All applicants must meet the general admission requirements for Lethbridge College programs, as indicated in the Admission section of this calendar.
Course | Title | Credits |
---|---|---|
Year 1 | ||
Term I | ||
BIO-1160 | Anatomy and Physiology I | 3 |
Select 1 of the following: | 3 | |
Physiology of Aging | ||
Human Nutrition | ||
Wellness and Health Issues | ||
Microbiology | ||
ENG-1150 | Composition | 3 |
Select 1 of the following: | 3 | |
Introduction to Psychology | ||
Human Development Across the Lifespan | ||
Approved Elective | 3 | |
Credits | 15 | |
Term II | ||
BIO-1161 | Anatomy and Physiology II | 3 |
COM-1162 | Interpersonal Relationships and Communications | 3 |
Select 1 of the following: | 3 | |
Introduction to Sociology | ||
Sociology of Aging | ||
Approved Elective | 3 | |
Approved Elective | 3 | |
Credits | 15 | |
Total Credits | 30 |
Approved Electives
Course | Title | Credits |
---|---|---|
COL-1130 | Achieving College Success | 3 |
COM-1170 | Helping Relationships | 3 |
CPL-1150 | Community Service Learning | 3 |
CSP-1150 | Medical Terminology/Anatomy and Physiology | 3 |
ENG-1159 | Writing for the Workplace | 3 |
HUM-1155 | Ethics | 3 |
INS-1155 | Introduction to Indigenous Studies | 3 |
PSY-1168 | Sport and Exercise Psychology | 3 |
PSY-1177 | Psychology of Aging | 3 |
PSY-2260 | Abnormal Psychology | 3 |
Other Post Secondary Courses open to General Arts and Science students may be considered.
Alternate Course choices from PSY, SOC, BIO above.
Other Colleges and Universities
Many of the courses offered in General Arts and Science - Health Sciences are transferable to a wide variety of institutions and programs across Alberta, Canada and internationally. Although advance credit is ultimately determined by the receiving institution, it may be possible for you to start your post-secondary educational program in General Arts and Science - Health Sciences at Lethbridge College. Please make an appointment to speak with an Academic Advisor at Lethbridge College if you wish to pursue this option.
Discover your Health Science vocation through Lethbridge College’s General Arts and Science – Health Sciences Certificate. Successful completion of this Certificate will equip you with the skills and knowledge to pursue careers in:
- Exercise Science
- General Arts and Science
- Massage Therapy
- Nursing Education in Southwestern Alberta (NESA)
- Practical Nurse
- Therapeutic Recreation – Gerontology