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Youth Justice program graduate
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Commerce and Business University Transfer graduate
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Faculty of Health Sciences
Why study Health Sciences at Douglas College?
Hands-on experience
Practice what you’ve learned in the classroom at hospitals, care homes, assisted living facilities and more, all under the guidance of caring professionals.
Hands-on experience
Practice what you’ve learned in the classroom at hospitals, care homes, assisted living facilities and more, all under the guidance of caring professionals.
Global opportunities
Our health sciences students have the opportunity to attend and present at conferences as well as in the field regionally, nationally and globally.
Global opportunities
Our health sciences students have the opportunity to attend and present at conferences as well as in the field regionally, nationally and globally.
Unique specialties
Douglas is the only public college in B.C. that offers a post-degree program for Health Information Management professionals.
Unique specialties
Douglas is the only public college in B.C. that offers a post-degree program for Health Information Management professionals.
If you like working with and caring for people, a career in the health-care sector is rewarding and challenging. You'll provide an essential service that meets real and immediate needs. With our blend of theoretical education and hands-on application, you’ll be prepared for careers in nursing, mental health work, health information management, health-care assistance and more.
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