Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees PHS

Holland Code: S (Social)

What academic skills do I need to be successful in the program?

This list does not replace the admission requirements you must have for admission to the program. Please see website for details.

Literacy Heavy reading load, need ability to read and comprehend textbooks.

Math & Science Strong math skills required (recommend grade 12-U course). Strong interest and ability in Chemistry, Physics, Anatomy and Biology.

Technology Basic computer skills required (Microsoft Office suite, Internet, checking student portal daily).

What personal qualities should someone interested in this career have?

For future health career, you will need to be able to communicate with people:

• Active listening
• Providing feedback to people
• Explaining and providing clear directions
• Assertiveness
• Ability to work in a team
• Enjoy working with and caring for people
• Prepared to work with people in vulnerable situations
• An interest in working with diverse populations

For future health career, you will need to be/have:

• Able to pay strong attention to detail
• Able to take initiative
• Able to make decisions/problem solve quickly and confidently
• Willing to handle situations involving blood, bodily matter and personal situations
• Able to empathize with others
• Outgoing and like being in continual contact with people
• Strong ethical principles
• Able to adapt to changing environment
• Poise/composure

What kind of work could I do when I graduate?

Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees is a preparatory program for some career programs in the School of Health Sciences and the School of Nursing and Public Safety. Students who do not progress on to a Fanshawe College School of Health Sciences or Nursing program have been known to continue their studies in other college programs or at university.

Helpful links for further research into this Fanshawe College program and career opportunity

• The HOAE test may be a good indicator to let you know if you are truly interested in a health career. Currently Fanshawe College only requires applicants to the Respiratory Therapy program to take this test as an admission requirement.
• Fanshawe’s library has prepared a subject guide for current students in this program. You may find the links and information provided very useful in learning more about this career.  

Last Modified: June 1, 2022