Bachelor of Health Science Degree Program
BHSc programs are four-year degree programs that provide integrated courses of study including both theory and practice. There is also a post-diploma offering for practicing professionals. (See section on Post-Diploma)
The School of Health Sciences offers degrees in six professional disciplines:
- BHSc in Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound Technology
- BHSc in Nuclear Medicine Technology
- BHSc in Radiological Technology
- BHSc in Respiratory Therapy
- BHSc in Emergency Medical Services Management (post diploma only)
- BHSc in Medical Laboratory Technology (post diploma only)
Students follow an integrated curriculum that includes core, interdisciplinary and discipline-specific courses. Clinical practica are included in each year of study requiring a full-time commitment in the Spring/Summer time period.
In order to accommodate all third year Respiratory Therapy students in required clinical rotations, courses for this group only will begin on August 26, 2024.
Dalhousie University confers a Diploma in Health Science (for Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound Technology, and Respiratory Therapy only) and a Bachelor of Health Science (Specific Discipline) degree. The active programs leading to these credentials are accredited. The University does not determine eligibility for certification/ registry exams. Rather, through accreditation, the University ensures that graduates of its programs meet the eligibility criteria set by the professional associations. Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound Technology (General, Cardiac and Vascular), Nuclear Medicine Technology, Radiological Technology, and Respiratory Therapy are accredited by Accreditation Canada.
For the professions of Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound Technology, and Respiratory Therapy
Students are eligible to write the certification/registry exam upon successful completion of Year 3, when all requirements for a diploma exit have been met. They are eligible even if they choose not to exit with a diploma. Students should check with faculty concerning examination dates.
Following degree completion, students in Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound Technology may be eligible to write certification/registry exams in the specialized areas of cardiac and vascular sonography.
For the professions of Nuclear Medicine Technology and Radiological Technology
Students are eligible to write the CAMRT certification exam upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Health Science degree.
The Professions
Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound Technology
The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer utilizes high frequency sound waves, specialized equipment, and other diagnostic techniques to collect detailed information on the anatomical, physiological and pathological state of the patient. This health professional is able to produce and evaluate ultrasound images and related data that are used by specialized physicians to render a medical diagnosis. Sonographers typically provide technical expertise in abdomen, superficial structures, obstetrics/gynecology, vascular and cardiac applications.
Nuclear Medicine Technology
A nuclear medicine technologist is a health professional responsible for performing diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures. The technologist administers radiopharmaceuticals to the patient most often by way of an intravenous injection while adhering to proper drug preparation techniques, radiation protection guidelines and patient care practices.
The technologist operates a variety of radiation detection equipment, one of which is the gamma camera, in order to provide an assessment of the distribution of the radiopharmaceutical within the patient. By using various computer programs, the technologist analyzes the data to obtain the best information from the study which is then interpreted by a nuclear medicine physician.
Optimum operation of all equipment used in the practice of nuclear medicine is accomplished by the technologist, through the accurate implementation of a quality control program involving the assessment of radiation detection equipment, gamma cameras, and computers.
Radiological Technology
The radiological technologist is a health professional who utilizes radiation to produce images of patient’s anatomical structures. The quality of the image is critical as it will assist the physician in the diagnosis/treatment of the disease or injury.
The technologist must be knowledgeable and skilled in a wide variety of procedures as all body systems are imaged. Responsibilities include (but are not limited to) positioning the patient for radiologic procedures, care of the patient, appropriate choice and use of equipment, image manipulation, selection of radiation exposure factors, implementation of radiation protection techniques and critique of the radiograph. Whatever the procedure, the technologist must be adaptable to meet challenges presented by the patient’s physical or psychological state.
Respiratory Therapy
A respiratory therapist is a health professional who assists in the diagnosis, treatment and health promotion of patients with cardio-respiratory disorders through therapeutic means. Respiratory therapists provide cardio-pulmonary support, including cardio-pulmonary resuscitation, mechanical ventilation support, administration of medical gases, aerosolized medications, humidity therapy and airway management. The respiratory therapist also performs respiratory assessments of patients, tests and monitors cardio-pulmonary function, assists with the transport of high-risk patients and participates in home care programs.
The therapist plays an important role in the education of patients, families and hospital staff. The therapist is also involved in the maintenance, repair, testing and evaluation of respiratory equipment. The therapist must be able to provide competent assistance in cardio-pulmonary research.
Pre-Enrolment and Clinical Requirements
Immunization (current detailed version of policy can be found at www.dal.ca/health (current students, Policies and Procedures, clinical placement-immunization forms)
- It is a regulation of the Faculty of Health and affiliated health care agencies that all students must be immunized. This has been instituted to protect patients as well as to protect students and employees.
- Upon entering the program students must show certification for current immune status against tetanus, diphtheria, measles, mumps, rubella, rubeola and varicella (chickenpox). Evidence of tuberculin testing (Mantoux – two step method) must also be shown. Annual Mantoux testing is also required. It is recommended that students be immunized for influenza on an annual basis.
- The Hepatitis-B vaccination is required for all students. It is a series of three injections: the second and third shots are administered one month and six months after the first injection. The vaccination lasts for several years. This cost (approximately $105, subject to change) must be paid by the student.
- Additional immunizations or health screening may be required based on clinical site policies.
Criminal Record Check
- All BHSc students must provide a criminal record check and a vulnerable sector survey (obtained within the previous six months) prior to attendance at any NSHA or IWK facility. An additional check may be required depending on clinical site requirements for subsequent placements.
BLS-HCP Certification
First Aid Certification
- All BHSc students must show proof of current Standard First Aid certification prior to entry into the program. In order to be eligible for clinical practicum, Standard First Aid must not expire prior to August 31 of each academic year.
N95 Mask Fit Testing
- All BHSc students must be mask fit tested for a particulate respirator according to clinical site requirements. This must be recertified every two years, and may need to be recertified annually, depending on the mask in use at your clinical site.
Additional Costs
There are additional costs associated with all professional streams of the BHSc program, including but not limited to Standard First Aid and BLS-HCP certification, immunization, uniforms, membership in professional associations, equipment, fees for writing registry exams, N95 mask-fit testing, criminal record check, and travel to clinical sites. These additional costs are the responsibility of the student. A detailed list is available from the School.
Intellectual, Emotional and Physical Demands
The health professions included in the Bachelor of Health Science program are intellectually, emotionally and physically demanding. It is important that students become familiar with the profession before entering the program so that they are able to function at an acceptable standard. It is common to have to lift and move heavy equipment, position patients, wear lead aprons, manipulate valves and knobs on equipment, remain on your feet for extended periods of time and move frequently from one clinical area to another. It is also common to have to view information displayed on computer monitors or on slides under a microscope. It might be necessary to distinguish fine gradations of color and to respond to alarms and buzzers. There may be emergency situations that arise in the health care setting that require students to respond immediately. Shift work may be required, including rotating 12-hour shifts. Latex gloves are in wide use and chemicals are used in a variety of settings. Refer to http://www.dal.ca/shs (Admissions) for Statements of Fitness required for each profession. Students who have concerns about fitness should contact the School for further information.
Program Outline
Four-Year Entry-Level Program
The curriculum is comprised of four years of full-time study with each year including core, interdisciplinary, discipline-specific, health professional and basic science courses.
Fourth-year BHSc students must meet the School’s clinical skills maintenance requirements and complete the “Record of Clinical Practice for Year 4” each term, until the 4th-year classwork is completed. Students should contact the School for full details.
Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound Technology
Year 1
- DMUT 1000.03: Fundamentals of Sonography I
- DMUT 1010.03: Principles and Instrumentation of Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound I
- DMUT 1020.03: Fundamentals of Sonography II
- DMUT 1500.03: Clinical Practicum I in Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound
- HSCE 1000.03: Foundations of Health Care Practice
- HSCE 1010.03: Clinical Skills for Health Sciences
- HSCE 1020.03: Human Anatomy and Physiology I
- HSCE 1030.03: Human Anatomy and Physiology II
- HSCE 2050.03: Cross Sectional Anatomy for Multimodality Imaging
- IPHE 4900.00 (section 3): Interprofessional Health Education Portfolio
- PHYC 1310.03: Physics In and Around You I
- PHYC 1320.03: Physics In and Around You II
Year 2
- DMUT 2000.03: Sonography of the Abdomen/Superficial Structures I
- DMUT 2020.03: Principles and Instrumentation of Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound II
- DMUT 2030.03: Sonography of the Abdomen/Superficial Structures II
- DMUT 2040.03: Sonography in Obstetrics I
- DMUT 2050.03: Sonography of the Reproductive System
- DMUT 2060.03: Cardiac Sonography I
- DMUT 2500.03: Clinical Practicum II in Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound
- HSCE 2000.03: Health Care Ethics
- HSCE 2040.03: Pathophysiology for Health Sciences
- HSCE 3000.03: Culture, Diversity and Health
- IPHE 4900.00 (section 3): Interprofessional Health Education Portfolio
- STAT 1060.03: Introductory Statistics for Science and Health Sciences
Year 3
- DMUT 3000.03: Sonography in Obstetrics II
- DMUT 3200.03: Abdominal Imaging
- DMUT 3210.03: Obstetrical Imaging
- DMUT 3220.03: Gynecological Imaging
- DMUT 3230.03: Superficial Structure Imaging
- DMUT 3240.03: Application of Ultrasound Instrumentation
- DMUT 3260.03: Cardiac Imaging
- DMUT 3500.03: Clinical Practicum III in Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound
- DMUT 4010.03: Vascular Ultrasound
- HESA 4000.03: Canadian Healthcare Delivery System
- HLTH 3010.03: Introduction to Research Methods
- IPHE 4900.00 (section 3): Interprofessional Health Education Portfolio
- MRIT 4100.03: MRI Physics (if enrolled in MRIT certificate program)
Year 4
Required:
- HLTH 4040.03: Health Law for Non-Lawyers
- HSCE 4030.03: Leadership in Health Care
- HSCE 4200.03: Foundations in Clinical & Professional Education
- HSCE 4220.03: Critical Research Appraisal and Practices
- IPHE 4900.00 (section 3): Interprofessional Health Education Portfolio
- Students must select 12 credit hours from the Faculty of Health. These courses can be of any Faculty of Health course, which may or may not include a discipline-specific specialty practice. A Suggested Faculty of Health Electives list will be provided to the student by their academic advisor.
** Note - students who take all 4 DISM courses receive an additional Disability Management Certificate along with their BHSc degree.
- Open elective (6 credit hours)*
* some courses may require the approval of the applicable department/faculty
Or, for an MRI certificate:
Required:
- HSCE 2050.03: Cross Sectional Anatomy for Multimodality Medical Imaging
- DMUT 4000.12: Specialty Practice I/Specialty Practice II
- MRIT 4110.03: Advanced MRI Physics
- MRIT 4120.03: MRI Instrumentation, Safety and Contrast Media
- MRIT 4130.03: MRI Techniques and Applications
NOTE: Because of equivalencies to required courses the following courses (along with their equivalencies) are excluded from elective options:
ANAT 1010, PHYL 1001 (OR PHYL 1000x/y), PHYL 1002, (OR PHYL 1000x/y), PHYL 1011 (or PHYL 1010xy), PHYL 1012 (or PHYL 1010xy), HAHP 1000
Nuclear Medicine Technology
Year 1
- HSCE 1000.03: Foundations of Health Care Practice
- HSCE 1010.03: Clinical Skills for Health Sciences
- HSCE 1020.03: Human Anatomy and Physiology I
- HSCE 1030.03: Human Anatomy and Physiology II
- HSCE 2020.03: Radiation Physics
- HSCE 2030.03: Radiation Biology and Protection
- IPHE 4900.00 (section 3): Interprofessional Health Education Portfolio
- NUMT 1000.03: Fundamentals of Nuclear Medicine
- NUMT 1020.03: Nuclear Medicine Clinical Procedures I
- NUMT 1500.03: Nuclear Medicine Clinical Practicum I
- PHYC 1310.03: Physics In and Around You I
- PHYC 1320.03: Physics In and Around You II
Year 2
- HSCE 2000.03: Health Care Ethics
- HSCE 2040.03: Pathophysiology for Health Sciences
- HSCE 2050.03: Cross Sectional Anatomy for Multimodality Medical Imaging
- HLTH 3010.03: Introduction to Research Methods
- HESA 4000.03: Canadian Healthcare Delivery System
- IPHE 4900.00 (section 3): Interprofessional Health Education Portfolio
- NUMT 1010.03: Nuclear Medicine Instrumentation I
- NUMT 2000.03: Radiopharmacy
- NUMT 2010.03: Nuclear Medicine Clinical Procedures II
- NUMT 2020.03: Nuclear Medicine Clinical Procedures III
- NUMT 2500.03: Nuclear Medicine Practicum II
- STAT 1060.03: Introductory Statistics for Science and Health Sciences
Year 3
- HLTH 4040.03: Health Law for Non-Lawyers
- HSCE 3000.03: Culture, Diversity and Health
- HSCE 3020.03: Computed Tomography Instrumentation and Applications
- HSCE 4030.03: Leadership in Health Care
- IPHE 4900.00 (section 3): Interprofessional Health Education Portfolio
- MRIT 4100.03 MRI Physics (if enrolled in MRIT certificate program)
- NUMT 3020.03: Positron Emission Tomography
- NUMT 3200.03: Radiopharmacy
- NUMT 3220.03: General Imaging I
- NUMT 3222.03: General Imaging II
- NUMT 3230.03: Cardiac Imaging
- NUMT 3500.03: Clinical Practicum in Nuclear Medicine Technology III
- Open elective (three credit hours)
Year 4
Required:
- HSCE 4200.03: Foundations in Clinical & Professional Education
- HSCE 4220.03: Critical Research Appraisal and Practices
- IPHE 4900.00 (section 3): Interprofessional Health Education Portfolio
- NUMT 3210.03: Non-Imaging Procedures
- NUMT 3240.03: Pediatric Imaging
- NUMT 4210.03: Professional Practice in Nuclear Medicine Technology I
- NUMT 4220.03: Professional Practice in Nuclear Medicine Technology II
- Students must select 6 credit hours from the Faculty of Health. These courses can be of any Faculty of Health course, which may or may not include a discipline-specific specialty practice. A Suggested Faculty of Health Electives list will be provided to the student by their academic advisor.
- Open electives (6 credit hours)*
* some courses may require the approval of the applicable department/faculty
Or, for an MRI certificate:
Required:
- MRIT 4110.03: Advanced MRI Physics
- MRIT 4120.03: MRI Instrumentation, Safety and Contrast Media
- MRIT 4130.03: MRI Techniques and Applications
- NUMT 4000.12: Specialty Practice Nuclear Medicine
- Open elective (three credit hours)
NOTE: Because of equivalencies to required courses the following courses (along with their equivalencies) are excluded from elective options:
Radiological Technology
Year 1
- HSCE 1000.03: Foundations of Health Care Practice
- HSCE 1010.03: Clinical Skills for Health Sciences
- HSCE 1020.03: Human Anatomy and Physiology I
- HSCE 1030.03: Human Anatomy and Physiology II
- IPHE 4900.00 (section 3): Interprofessional Health Education Portfolio
- PHYC 1310.03: Physics In and Around You I
- PHYC 1320.03: Physics In and Around You II
- RADT 1000.03: Skeletal Radiography
- RADT 1010.03: Imaging Fundamentals
- RADT 1020.03: Skeletal and Systems Radiography
- Open elective (three credit hours)
- RADT 1500.03: Clinical Practicum I in Radiological Technology
Year 2
- HSCE 2000.03: Health Care Ethics
- HSCE 2020.03: Radiation Physics
- HSCE 2030.03: Radiation Biology and Protection
- HSCE 2040.03: Pathophysiology for Health Sciences
- HSCE 2050.03: Cross Sectional Anatomy for Multimodality Medical Imaging
- HLTH 3010.03: Introduction to Research Methods
- IPHE 4900.00 (section 3): Interprofessional Health Education Portfolio
- RADT 2000.03: Advanced Skeletal & Systems Radiography
- RADT 2020.03: Adaption Radiography
- RADT 2010.03: Imaging Equipment
- RADT 2500.03: Clinical Practicum II in Radiological Technology
- STAT 1060.03: Introductory Statistics for Science and Health Sciences
Year 3
- HESA 4000.03: Canadian Healthcare Delivery System
- HSCE 3000.03: Culture, Diversity and Health
- HSCE 3020.03: Computed Tomography Instrumentation and Applications
- HSCE 4030.03: Leadership in Health Care
- IPHE 4900.00 (section 3): Interprofessional Health Education Portfolio
- RADT 3000.03: Applied Pathology in Radiological Technology
- RADT 3210.03: CT and Interventional Imaging
- RADT 3220.03: Fluoroscopic Imaging and Special Procedures
- RADT 3240.06: General/Adaption Radiography
- RADT 3500.03: Clinical Practicum III
- MRIT 4100.03: MRI Physics (if enrolled in MRIT certificate program)
- open elective (3 credit hours)
Year 4
Required:
- HLTH 4040.03: Health Law for Non-Lawyers
- HSCE 4200.03: Foundations in Clinical & Professional Education
- HSCE 4220.03: Critical Research Appraisal and Practices
- IPHE 4900.00 (section 3): Interprofessional Health Education Portfolio
- RADT 4200.03: Pediatric Radiology
- RADT 4220.03: Professional Practice in Radiological Technology
- In year 4 of the BHSc, students must select 9 credit hours from the Faculty of Health. These courses can be any Faculty of Health course, which may or may not include a discipline-specific specialty practice. A suggested Faculty of Health Electives list will be provided to the student by their academic advisor.
* Note - students who take all 4 DISM courses receive an additional Disability Management Certificate along with their BHSc degree.
- Open electives (6 credit hours)*
* some courses may require the approval of the applicable department/faculty
Or, for an MRI certificate:
Required:
- MRIT 4110.03: Advanced MRI Physics
- MRIT 4120.03: MRI Instrumentation, Safety and Contrast Media
- MRIT 4130.03: MRI Techniques and Applications
- RADT 4000.12: Specialty Practice I
- Faculty of Health Professions (FHP) Electives (3 credit hours)*
* some courses may require the approval of the applicable department
NOTE: Because of equivalencies to required courses, the following courses (along with their equivalencies) are excluded from elective options:
Respiratory Therapy
Year 1
- HSCE 1000.03: Foundations of Health Care Practice
- HSCE 1010.03: Clinical Skills for Health Sciences
- HSCE 1020.03: Human Anatomy and Physiology I
- HSCE 1030.03: Human Anatomy and Physiology II
- IPHE 4900.00 (section 3): Interprofessional Health Education Portfolio
- RSPT 1000.03: Respiratory Therapy Instrumentation and Techniques
- RSPT 1020.03: Respiratory Therapy Clinical Assessment and Techniques
- RSPT 1030.03: Cardiopulmonary Physiology I
- RSPT 2030.03: Cardiopulmonary Physiology II
- RSPT 1500.03: Clinical Practicum I
- STAT 1060.03: Introductory Statistics for Science and Health Sciences
- Open elective (three credit hours)
Year 2
- HSCE 2000.03: Health Care Ethics
- HSCE 3000.03: Culture, Diversity and Health
- HLTH 3010.03: Introduction to Research Methods
- IPHE 4900.00 (section 3): Interprofessional Health Education Portfolio
- RSPT 2000.03: Principles of Mechanical Ventilation
- RSPT 2020.03: Application of Mechanical Ventilation
- RSPT 2050.03: Health Practice for Respiratory Therapy
- RSPT 2063.03: Respiratory Disease & Therapeutics I
- RSPT 2065.03: Respiratory Disease & Therapeutics II
- RSPT 2070.03: Human Pregnancy and Fetal/Newborn Development
- RSPT 2500.03: Clinical Practicum II
- Open elective (three credit hours)
Year 3
Note: Fall term start date for RSPT year three is August 26, 2024.
Year 4
Required:
- HESA 4000.03: Canadian Healthcare Delivery System
- HLTH 4040.03: Health Law for Non-Lawyers
- HSCE 4030.03: Leadership in Health Care
- HSCE 4200.03: Foundations in Clinical & Professional Education
- HSCE 4220.03: Critical Research Appraisal and Practices
- IPHE 4900.00 (section 3): Interprofessional Health Education Portfolio
- In year 4 of the BHSc, students must select 9 credit hours from the Faculty of Health. These courses can be of any Faculty of Health course, which may or may not include a discipline-specific specialty practice. A Suggested Faculty of Health Electives list will be provided to the student by their academic advisor.
** Note - students who take all 4 DISM courses receive an additional Disabilty Management Certificate along with their BHSc degree.
- Open electives (6 credit hours )*
* some courses may require the approval of the applicable department/faculty
A note about Open Electives: Open electives in both the BHSc and BHSc-Post Diploma programs can be any Dalhousie course at any level, or any course that Dalhousie accepts as a Transfer Credit.
** Note - student who take all 4 DISM courses receive an additional Disability Management Certificate along with their BHSc degree.
NOTE: Because of equivalencies to required courses the following courses (along with their equivalencies) are excluded from elective options:
BHSc Degree Completion Program
This program requires 30 credit hours of university study. It is available only to students who have successfully completed the Dalhousie diploma portion of the BHSc degree program in the professional stream for which you are applying.
For Admission Requirements see Admission Requirements under Faculty of Health, School of Health Sciences (BHSc Degree Completion Program).
Post Diploma Program
The School of Health Sciences offers a post diploma program leading to a Bachelor of Health Science in any of: Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound (DMUT), Emergency Medical Services Management (EMSM), Medical Laboratory Technology (MDLT), Nuclear Medicine Technology (NUMT), Radiological Technology (RADT) and Respiratory Therapy (RSPT). The program has been developed to meet the needs of practicing technologists, sonographers, advanced paramedics, and respiratory therapists who have expressed an interest in the opportunity to complete a baccalaureate degree as a means of pursuing life long learning and increasing career opportunities.
Through a guided selection process, students will choose courses that contribute to their professional growth and interest. Students will be provided the opportunity to broaden their knowledge and scope of the Canadian health care system as well as to enhance leadership abilities and to equip themselves for participation in a rapidly changing health care environment.
The post-diploma BHSc curriculum is equivalent to two years of full time university study (60 credit hours). Courses may be completed in the sequence best suited for the student; however, attention must be paid to the course pre-requisites. To accommodate the working professional the post diploma program is available on a full time or part-time basis and most of the courses are delivered via Online Web Learning (OWL). There are university regulations concerning the maximum length of time allowed for degree completion. Refer to Academic Regulation 15.2 (Duration of Undergraduate Studies).
NOTE: The BSHc Emergency Medical Services Management stream for Advanced Paramedics follows a slightly different curriculum.
Required Courses (30 credit hours)~for post diploma BHSc in DMUT, MDLT, NUMT, RADT, or RSPT
- STAT 1060.03: Introductory Statistics for Science and Health Sciences
- HSCE 1000.03: Foundations of Health Care Practice
- HSCE 2000.03: Health Care Ethics
- HSCE 3000.03: Culture, Diversity and Health
- HLTH 3010.03: Introduction to Research Methods
- HSCE 4030.03: Leadership in Healthcare
- HESA 4000.03: Canadian Health Care Delivery
- HSCE 4200.03: Foundations in Clinical and Professional Education
- HLTH 4040.03: Health Law for Non-Lawyers
- HSCE 4220.03: Critical Research Appraisal and Practices
Faculty of Health electives (15 credit hours)
- Students may choose 5 electives from the Faculty of Health. The Post-Diploma Advisor will provide a list of suggested courses for Faculty of Health Electives. Consult the academic timetable for details regarding the academic term and course information.
** Note - students who take all 4 DISM courses receive an additional Disability Management Certificate along with their post diploma degree.
Open elective courses (15 credit hours)*
- Students may choose 5 electives from Dalhousie University. Consult the academic timetable for details regarding the academic term and course information.
** Note - a student cannot repeat any courses they completed in their diploma. If a student does take a course that was completed in their diploma it will not be counted towards their health science degree. Consult the Post-Diploma advisor on any questions regarding electives.
* some courses may require the approval of the applicable department/faculty
NOTE: Because of equivalencies to required courses the following courses (along with their equivalencies) are excluded from elective options:
ANAT 1010, PHYL 1001 (OR PHYL 1000x/y), PHYL 1002, (OR PHYL 1000x/y), PHYL 1011 (or PHYL 1010xy), PHYL 1012 (or PHYL 1010xy), HAHP 1000
Additional Options:
There are additional options (such as discipline-specific specialty practice, independent study courses, etc) available. Consult the Post-Diploma Advisor for approvals and information on restrictions."
Required Courses (42 credit hours)~for post diploma BHSc in Emergency Medical Services Management
- HSCE 2000.03: Healthcare Ethics
- HSCE 3000.03: Culture, Diversity and Health
- HLTH 3010.03; Introduction to Research Methods
- HSCE 4030.03: Leadership in Healthcare
- HSCE 4200.03: Foundations in Clinical and Professional Education
- HSCE 4220.03: Critical Research Appraisal and Practices
- STAT 1060.03: Introductory Statistics for Science and Health Sciences
- HESA 4000.03: Canadian Healthcare Delivery
- HLTH 4040.03: Health Law for Non-Lawyers
- HESA 4005.03: Healthcare Financial Management
- HESA 4010.03: Management Processes and HR Issues in EMS
- HESA 4020.03: Quality Improvement in EMS
- HESA 4030.03: EMS Systems Design
- HESA 4040.03: Principles of Public Relations and Marketing in EMS
Elective Courses (18 credit hours)
- Students may choose 6 electives from Dalhousie University. Consult the academic timetable for details regarding the academic term and course information.
** Note - a student cannot repeat any courses they completed in their diploma. If a student does take a course that was completed in their diploma it will not be counted towards their health science degree. Consult the Post-Diploma advisor on any questions regarding electives.
* some courses may require the approval of the applicable department/faculty
NOTE: Because of equivalencies to required courses the following courses (along with their equivalencies) are excluded from elective options:
ANAT 1010, PHYL 1001 (OR PHYL 1000x/y), PHYL 1002, (OR PHYL 1000x/y), PHYL 1011 (or PHYL 1010xy), PHYL 1012 (or PHYL 1010xy), HAHP 1000
Certificate in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
Certificate in Anaesthesia Assistant has been suspended until further notice.
Certificate in Cardiac Ultrasound
Certificate in Vascular Ultrasound