This instructional program class comprises any general, introductory, undifferentiated, or joint program in health services occupations that prepares individuals for either entry into specialized training programs or for a variety of concentrations in the allied health area. These programs include courses in the basic sciences, research and clinical procedures, and aspects of the subject matter related to various health occupations.

Health services/allied health/health sciences, general

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To practice as a dentist in B.C., you must register with the British Columbia College of Oral Health Professionals. Eligibility is achieved by completing a degree from an accredited dentistry program and successful writing of the National Dental Examining Board examinations.

Dentists

Dental Medicine First Professional Degrees

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To practice as a health care manager in B.C., you may need to register with the B.C. College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM). Eligibility is achieved by completing a nursing program at a qualified institution, and sitting and passing the NCLEX-RN exam.

Employment as a manager in health care may require several years of related work experience, including supervisory experience.

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To practice as a nurse in B.C., you must register with the B.C. College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM). Eligibility is achieved by completing a nursing program at a qualified institution, and sitting and passing the NCLEX-RN exam.

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To work as a health care manager in B.C., you may choose to become certified with the Canadian Nurses Association. Eligibility is achieved by being a registered nurse, psychiatric nurse, or nurse practitioner, work experience, and/or specialty education.

Employment as a manager in health care may require several years of related work experience, including supervisory experience.

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To work as a registered nurse or registered psychiatric nurse in B.C., you may choose to become certified with the Canadian Nurses Association. Eligibility is achieved by being a registered nurse, psychiatric nurse, or nurse practitioner, work experience, and/or specialty education.

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To practice as a health care manager in B.C., you may need to complete the certifying examinations of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Eligibility is achieved through successful completion of a recognized program and the certifying examinations.

Employment as a manager in health care may require several years of related work experience, including supervisory experience.

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To practice as a specialist in clinical and laboratory medicine, you must complete the certifying examinations of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Eligibility is achieved through successful completion of a recognized program and the certifying examinations.

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To practice as a specialist in surgery, you must complete the certifying examinations of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Eligibility is achieved through successful completion of a recognized program and the certifying examinations.

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To work as a health care manager in B.C., you may need to be registered with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC. Eligibility for dietitians is achieved by graduating from an approved program and examination.

Employment as a manager in health care may require several years of related work experience, including supervisory experience.

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To practice as a physical therapist in B.C., you must register with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC. Eligibility is achieved through completion of an approved post-secondary program, successful writing of the Physiotherapy Competency Examination, and a clinical assessment.

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To work as a health care manager in B.C., you may need to be registered with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia. Eligibility is achieved by graduating from an accredited medical school, writing the Medical Council of Canada qualifying exams, and completing a residency program.

Employment as a manager in health care may require several years of related work experience, including supervisory experience.

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To practice as a clinical specialist in B.C., you must register with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia. Eligibility is achieved by graduating from an accredited medical school, writing the Medical Council of Canada qualifying exams, and completing a residency program.

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To practice as a specialist in surgery in B.C., you must be registered with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia. Eligibility is achieved through enrolment in the UBC Faculty of Medicine.

Managers in health care

Specialists in clinical and laboratory medicine

Specialists in surgery

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To practice as a veterinarian in Canada, you must earn a Certificate of Qualification from the National Examining Board (NEB) of the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association. Eligibility is achieved by completion of a program at an accepted veterinary school, and by successful writing the NEB examinations.

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To practice as a general practitioner or family physician in B.C., you must complete the qualifying examinations set out by the Medical Council of Canada. Eligibility is achieved by completing or being expected to complete all the requirements for a recognized medical program.

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To practice as a medical doctor in B.C., you must register with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia. Eligibility is achieved by graduating from an accredited medical school, writing the Medical Council of Canada qualifying exams, and completing a residency program.

General practitioners and family physicians

Government managers in health policy development and program administration

Coroners and medical examiners

Medicine First Professional Degrees

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To practice as a pharmacist in B.C. you must register with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia. Eligibility is achieved by graduating from an accredited program and successfully completing the Pharmacy Board of Canada Qualifying Examinations.

Pharmacists

Pharmacy First Professional Degrees

Health Science Advanced Diplomas

 This program is designed to meet the minimum pre-requisites for admission into Medical degree programs by providing specific core courses and electives in preparation of their target program. It provides a minimum 60 of the 90 required credits for admission to a Medical degree program.

Medical Sciences Diploma

The Island Pre-Health program is designed to prepare you for advanced professional health training, including medicine, dentistry, pharmacy and more. You'll spend years one and two of the program developing core competencies to prepare for upper-level health sciences and biology courses. In year three, shift your focus to higher-level studies in health sciences, including pathobiology, epidemiology and pharmacology. Students will gain experiential knowledge by working with local health professionals and learning from Indigenous Elders and communities throughout the program. After graduating, be ready to apply for a wide range of advanced health programs.

Island Pre-Health Science Advanced Diploma (NIC)

The Rural Pre-Medicine (RPM) Associate Degree in Science and Advanced Diploma is designed for students with a wide variety of backgrounds. The comprehensive and supportive program provides a rigorous academic foundation in the life sciences and is designed as a pathway to medicine, pharmacy, optometry, dentistry, physical therapy, midwifery, veterinary medicine, naturopathy, public health, biomedical research and more. Together with your cohort, you will gain exposure to the field of rural health care and develop strengths in leadership, resilience, communication, and collaboration.

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Health Science Advanced Diplomas

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