2.3 Program Fit
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Pre-Health Science Program Fit
Pre-Health Science is a two-semester (1 year) Ontario College Certificate program designed to provide students with the core knowledge, skills, and abilities fundamental to academic success in health sciences programs, as well as other science-related programs at the advanced diploma or degree level. PHS is a full time program with 6-7 courses each term and recommended 2-3 hours of study per hour of class, thus student should be be prepared to study full time hours (approximately 40 hours per week).
In addition to the course admission requirements for PHS, time management, independent studying, resourcing and asking questions and exam preparation are an asset for success in the program. Refer to the Fanshawe Career Guide for more information on program fit for the PHS program.
Healthcare Perspective
Skills Required for Success in Healthcare Professions
Admission to the Pre-Health Science program does not guarantee admission in a subsequent year to any College program. Successful completion of the Pre-Health Science program, however, does enable the student to be given additional consideration when applying for one in that Academic year.
Working in the health care profession requires a unique skill set to effectively perform tasks while often working closely with clients/patients and, at times, in stressful situations. Below is a general skill set required for most health care professions and can be categorized into 4 categories: Communication, Interpersonal, Cognitive, and Behavioural.
Communication:
- Effective verbal and non-verbal communications skills
- Active listening skills
- Read critically
- Explain complex concepts to others
- Able to communicate professionally with a diverse population
Cognitive:
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Concentration skills and ability to maintain focus
- Develop critical observations and attention to detail
- Recall information and perform mental calculations in a timely manner
- Confidently make decisions and be assertive
- Gather information, use information resources, and be innovative in identifying solutions
Interpersonal:
- Collaborate in a team setting
- Enjoy working with and caring for people
- Sympathize and empathize with others
- Prepared to work with vulnerable people
- Maintain poise and composure in stressful situations
- Conflict management
Behavioural:
- Adapt to changing environments
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Detail-oriented
- Ability to work within tight timelines
- Motivated and committed to on-going learning
- Take initiative
- Handle situations involving blood and bodily matter
- Resilience to handle emotional and personal situations
- Conduct work with integrity while abiding by strong ethical principles
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