2022/2023 Academic Year

Tuition and related ancillary fees for this program can be viewed by using the Tuition and Fees Estimator tool at www.algonquincollege.com/fee-estimator.

Further information on fees can be found by visiting the Registrar's Office website at www.algonquincollege.com/ro.

Fees are subject to change.

Textbooks and supplies cost approximately $1,000 for this program.

Program Eligibility

• Ontario College Diploma, Ontario College Advanced Diploma, Degree or equivalent credential in a health-related or human services field.
• Applicants with international transcripts must provide proof of the subject-specific requirements noted above and may be required to provide proof of language proficiency. Domestic applicants with international transcripts must be evaluated through the International Credential Assessment Service of Canada (ICAS) or World Education Services (WES).
• IELTS-International English Language Testing Service (Academic) Overall band of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each band; OR TOEFL-Internet-based (iBT)-overall 88, with a minimum in each component: Reading 22; Listening 22; Speaking 22; Writing 22.

Standard First Aid - you must have a valid Standard First Aid certificate which is valid for a three (3) year period and CPR-Level C in order to attend any clinical practice which must remain current until the end of placement. Please note that on-line CPR courses do not meet the re-certification standards required for your program. Some agencies offer Standard First Aid and CPR as a package. For the purposes of this program, CPR credits must be valid until the end of placement and earned as a distinct credit from First Aid courses. CPR earned with a Standard First Aid course will not be accepted.

Accepted applicants must submit a Health Assessment form and provide an Immunization Certificate prior to entry to the program. Applicants must have complete immunization including Hepatitis B, and T.B. test (a Chest X-ray is required if the T.B. test is possibility) and are required to have annual immunization for influenza by some clinical affiliates.

Successful completion of clinical placement is a requirement for graduation from this program. Agencies that provide placement opportunities require you to have a clear Police Records Check for Service with the Vulnerable Sector (PRCSVS). Your acceptance for placement is at the discretion of the agency. If you register in the program without a clear PRCSVS and as a result are unable to participate in placement, you will not be able to graduate.

It is the responsibility of the accepted applicant to obtain the PRCSVS from their local Police Department prior to the deadline identified by the Program Department and to pay any associated costs. Obtaining this documentation may be a lengthy process so it is advised to submit a PRCSVS application as early as possible. Should you require further information, contact the Program Chair.

Program Eligibility

Ontario College Diploma, Ontario College Advanced Diploma, Degree or equivalent credential in a health-related or human services field.

International applicants must provide proof of the subject specific requirements noted above along with proof of either: (IELTS / TOEFL)

• IELTS-International English Language Testing Service (Academic) Overall band of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each band. OR
• TOEFL-Internet-based (iBT)-overall 88, with a minimum in each component: Reading 22; Listening 22; Speaking 22; Writing 22.

Applicants with international transcripts must provide proof of the subject specific requirements noted above and may be required to provide proof of language proficiency.

International Applicants

International applicants who meet the program eligibility requirements are required to complete preparatory courses (4-months in duration): Introduction to Canadian Health Studies (ICHS). Students who successfully complete the introduction will then proceed to their original health program of choice. The ICHS requires applicants to submit an academic IELTS score.

Standard First Aid - you must have a valid Standard First Aid certificate which is valid for a three (3) year period and a Health Care Provider (HCP) CPR C and Automated External Defibrillation (AED) Certification in order to attend any clinical practice which must remain current for each academic year of your program until graduation. Please note that CPR certification course is specifically designed for Health Care Professionals, course provides training on skills required for Adult, Child, and Infant Resuscitation; One & Two Rescuer, First Aid for Choking, proper use of barrier devices in resuscitation, AED and Bag Valve Mask. Please note that on-line CPR courses do not meet the re-certification standards required for your program.

Accepted applicants must submit a Health Assessment form and provide an Immunization Certificate prior to entry to the program. Applicants must have complete immunization including Hepatitis B, and T.B. test (a Chest X-ray is required if the T.B. test is possibility) and are required to have annual immunization for influenza by some clinical affiliates.

Students in the program must be fit-tested for N-95 masks as required by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care Guidelines.

Successful completion of clinical placement is a requirement for graduation from this program. Agencies that provide placement opportunities require you to have a clear Police Records Check for Service with the Vulnerable Sector (PRCSVS). Your acceptance for placement is at the discretion of the agency. If you register in the program without a clear PRCSVS and as a result are unable to participate in placement, you will not be able to graduate.

It is the responsibility of the accepted applicant to obtain the PRCSVS from their local Police Department prior to the deadline identified by the Program Department and to pay any associated costs. Obtaining this documentation may be a lengthy process so it is advised to submit a PRCSVS application as early as possible. Should you require further information, contact the Program Chair.