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Health Science Core - Year 1May be an image of 7 people and hospital

The Health Sciences (Core) course introduces students to the theory and practical applications of tasks related to employment in the field of health science. Students will cover topics such as safety in the workplace, infection control, health care systems, and the vital organs of the human body. The course offers insight into careers in health care as well as educational requirements and the professional, legal, and ethical responsibilities involved.

 

Sports Medicine - Year 2

The Sports Medicine course establishes insight into careers in sports medicine. It covers Health Care administration, the athletic and sports medicine team, and medical emergencies such as first aid and CPR. The students are introduced to sports equipment, protective gear, bandaging, wrapping, and taping injuries. Additional topics include therapeutic modalities, exercise rehabilitation, and pharmacology. Students will gain useful information about injuries that may occur from different types of sports, including injuries to the head, spine, chest, abdomen, as well as upper and lower extremities. It will also examine the skills necessary for emergency medical response.