2011-2012 faculty of health sciences viewbook

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FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES


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WHATS INSIDE

3 Welcome from the dean

4 Bachelor of Health Science (Honours) program

6 Health Information Management specialization

7 Kinesiology specialization

Exercise Science concentration

Health and Wellness concentration

10 Bachelor of Health Science in Medical Laboratory

Science (Honours)

12 Bachelor of Science in Nursing

14 Registered Practical Nurse to Bachelor of Sciencein Nursing

15 Leading-edge learning environment


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greetingsWelcome to the Faculty of Health Sciences at UOIT!Health care in Canada is changing and over the next 10years our health-care system will face dramatic shifts and

challenges. Our ability to meet these challenges, and to

provide high-quality, effective health services is dependent

upon how future health-care professionals are trained and

educated.

As leaders in Health Sciences, we are responding to these

challenges by providing you with innovative health-care

programs that will help you meet your aspiration for a

successful career and help Ontario and Canada meet the

needs of the rapidly growing health-care sector.

For example, our Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Bachelor

of Health Science with specializations in Health Information

Management and Kinesiology and Bachelor of Health Sciencein Medical Laboratory Science programs will provide you with

the foundation you need to build a career that will take you

from the bench, to the bedside and into the community.

We also offer a Registered Practical Nursing to Bachelor of

Science in Nursing bridge program, a Bachelor of Allied

Health Sciences program for health professionals interested

in expanding their previous education and a Master of Health

Sciences with specializations in Health Informatics and

Community Health.

Our committed and enthusiastic professors will challenge and

inspire you to push your boundaries of thinking and learning

by sharing their extensive knowledge and experience in their

respective fields and collaborating with you in the classroom,

the lab and the field, giving you the hands-on research

experience that is in demand by employers.

In addition, from your first day on campus to your graduationday, UOITs leading-edge learning environment will give you

enormous flexibility and access to state-of-the-art health and

educational technology, all designed to give you a competitive

edge.

I encourage you to read this viewbook to discover what our

faculty has to offer and how we can help prepare you for your

future career and to visit www.healthsciences.uoit.ca or call

905.721.3190 to arrange a time for us to show you around

campus.

If you love people and are committed to learning everything

there is to know about maintaining good health and treating

illness and injury, the Faculty of Health Sciences at UOIT is

the place for you!

Regards,

Dr. Mary Bluechardt

Dean, Faculty of Health Sciences

WELCOME FROM THE DEAN

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16 Strong partnerships, strong careers

17 A commitment to research is a commitmentto the future

19 Financing your education

19 Contact information

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diverse As a student in the Bachelor of Health Science (BHSc)(Honours) Comprehensive degree program you will beintroduced to a broad-based curriculum that will enable youto explore the diverse aspects of health-care delivery, health

promotion and promoting human wellness while pursuing

studies that build on your particular interests. This program

will provide you with an education that will open the door to

a challenging career across a broad range of health-relateddisciplines or lead to graduate studies in a variety of health

science disciplines.

In addition, the Faculty of Health Sciences has developed

innovative and specialized learning pathways within the fields

of health information management and kinesiology that allow

students to focus on a specific area of interest. Through the

integration of various foundation disciplines within these

specializations, you will gain an understanding of health

issues from the biological, behavioural and demographicalprinciples that will apply in your professional practice.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

UOIT expects Ontario secondary school applicants applying

for admission to the BHSc (Hons) program to present at a

minimum an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) (or

equivalent) with a minimum of six 4U or 4M credits, including;

:: English (ENG4U) (with a minimum English grade of 60

per cent);

:: Biology (SBI4U); and

:: One of Advanced Functions (MHF4U), Calculus and Vectors

(MCV4U) or Data Management (MDM4U).

If you are applying to the Kinesiology Exercise Science

concentration, we recommend that you take SCH4U.

Additionally, if you are looking to pursue upper level science

courses taking MCV4U, SBI4U and SCH4U prior to attendinguniversity will be an asset to your future post-secondary

studies.

If you are interested in pursuing Kinesiology, please apply

directly to the Kinesiology specialization when applying

through OUAC.

Student selection is determined through consideration of a

wide range of criteria including school marks, distribution of

subjects taken and performance in subjects relevant to theacademic program. The specific average or standing required

BACHELOR OF HEALTH SCIENCE(HONOURS) PROGRAM

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for admission varies from year to year. Possession of minimum

requirements does not guarantee acceptance. Preference will

be given to applicants with the best qualifications.

For complete information on the current admission

requirements to UOIT undergraduate programs, please visit

www.uoit.ca/programs.

PROGRAM MAP

YEAR 1 SEMESTER 1

Biology I

Computing Tools for Health Science

Anatomy and Physiology I

Academic Writing: Perspectives in Health

Open elective

YEAR 1 SEMESTER 2

Biology II

Anatomy and Physiology II

Introductory Psychology

Two open electives

YEAR 2 SEMESTER 1

Introduction to Health Information Management

Introduction to Movement Science

Pathophysiology I

Health and Wellness

Introduction to Sociology

YEAR 2 SEMESTER 2

Theory and Practice of Interpersonal Communication

Pathophysiology IIIntroduction to Health Management

Understanding Health Care and Therapeutics in Canada

Critical Appraisal of Statistics in Health Science

YEAR 3 SEMESTER 1

Ethics

Introduction to Epidemiology

Research Methods for Health-care Professionals:Theory and Application

Two open electives

YEAR 3 SEMESTER 2

Health Law

Interprofessional Health-care Teams

Health Finance

Two open electives

YEAR 4 SEMESTER 1

Current Issues in Health Care

Research Applications I/Research Practicum I

3/4000 Level Health or Science elective

3/4000 Level Open elective

Open elective

YEAR 4 SEMESTER 2

Quality Improvement in Health CareResearch Applications II/Research Practicum II


3/4000 Level Open elective

Open elective

The BHSc (Hons) program also provides you with the

foundation to pursue graduate studies across a broad scope

of health science areas, as well as professional programs

such as medicine, physiotherapy, occupational therapy and

chiropractic medicine.

CAREER OPTIONS

:: Health administration and management;

:: Health and clinical data analysis;

:: Health information systems management;

:: Health policy and promotion;

:: Graduate studies in Health Science or Community Health;

:: Pharmaceutical and health-care sales; and:: Professional degree studies in physiotherapy, occupational

therapy, medicine or chiropractic medicine.

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I chose UOIT because of its relatively small size, which I knew would greatly enhance the quality of education I received

and the advantage I would have as far as interacting with my instructors. UOITs dedication to incorporating technology

into the learning environment was also appealing to me. I also chose UOIT because of the calibre of professors the

institution is committed to attracting. The knowledge capital, experience and research endeavour that UOIT has been

able to assemble in such a short period is an indication that our institution is destined for great things.

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excellenceInnovation and management of health information is playingan increasingly critical role in health-care delivery in Canada.Information technologies will give health-care providersimproved access to timely and comprehensive patient

information, helping to streamline services, improve

diagnoses and care, and save valuable time.

The health-care system in Ontario and across Canada is

facing a shortage of qualified professionals in the growing

area of health information management (HIM). The Faculty of

Health Sciences offers a BHSc (Hons) with a specialization

in HIM that is committed to excellence in HIM education and

research, and that will help you to become a leader in the

field. Our technology focus will also provide you with a strategic

edge in the health information industry.

As a student in the program, you will be introduced to the

fundamentals of HIM within the Canadian context and anemphasis on:

:: Biomedical sciences;

:: Ethical practice and management theory as it applies

to the health system;

:: Health information analysis and presentation

(including epidemiology, research and statistics);

:: Health information management;

:: Health information science (including information

technology); and

:: Privacy and security of health information.

Upon graduating from this program you will qualify to

challenge the Canadian Health Information Management

Association (CHIMA) national certification examination to

obtain your credential as a certified HIM professional.

You will complete the first two years of study in the Health

Science Comprehensive program (see page 4), with a focus

on HIM in your third- and fourth-years.

PROGRAM MAP

YEAR 3 SEMESTER 1

Information Systems

Understanding Health Data

Ethics


Research Methods for Health-care Professionals:

Theory and Application

YEAR 3 SEMESTER 2

Health Data for Decision-making

Fundamentals of Managing Health Information

Health Law


Health Finance

YEAR 4 SEMESTER 1

Information Technology Project Management

Advanced Health Information Management



Open elective

YEAR 4 SEMESTER 2

Health Information Management Capstone

Systems Analysis in Health Care

Quality Improvement in Health Care

Research Applications II/Research Practicum II

Database Systems

CAREER OPTIONS:: Clinical applications co-ordinator;

:: Clinical data analyst/specialist;

:: Clinical database manager;

:: Clinical research associate;

:: Clinical vocabulary manager;

:: Document management co-ordinator;

:: Information solutions consultant;

:: Privacy officer;

:: Process improvement manager;:: Project manager, clinical applications;

:: Records and information co-ordinator; and

:: Risk management officer.

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The Kinesiology specialization is directed toward understanding

the role and application of exercise for health improvement,

fitness and rehabilitation. The degree aims to prepare you to

become a kinesiology practitioner who is able to safely

prescribe individualized exercise programs to improve or

maintain the health, functional capacity and global well-being

of a range of healthy and clinical populations.

You will take courses with a focus on:

:: Anatomy;

:: Biomechanics;

:: Motor control;

:: Physiology, exercise physiology and psychology; and

:: Psychomotor behaviour.

Within the Kinesiology specialization, you will have the

opportunity to take an in-depth look at the scientific principles

underlying human movement. These principles are thenapplied to optimizing human performance through appropriate

assessment, prevention and intervention in both health

promotion and rehabilitation contexts.

You have the option to select from two Kinesiology

concentrations: Exercise Science and Health and Wellness.

KINESIOLOGY EXERCISE SCIENCE

CONCENTRATIONThe Exercise Science concentration is for students who want

a stronger science focus in their kinesiology studies. It is the

most suitable concentration if you wish to pursue post-

graduate study in Exercise Physiology, Exercise Rehabilitation,

Human Neurophysiology or Applied Bioscience. This focus will

provide you with a foundation for registration as a professional

kinesiologist or to pursue further studies in medicine,

occupational and physical therapy, and chiropractic medicine.

KINESIOLOGY HEALTH AND WELLNESSCONCENTRATION

The Health and Wellness concentration is intended for

students who are more interested in the health promotion

and health policy aspects of kinesiology. This concentration

will prepare you for postgraduate studies in community health

or a career in health policy or promotion with a special

interest in exercise for health. As a student in this programyou can also choose elective courses in the area of Health

Informatics or Health Information Management.

PROGRAM MAP EXERCISE SCIENCE

YEAR 1 SEMESTER 1

Biology I

Chemistry I




YEAR 1 SEMESTER 2

Biology II

Chemistry II


Physics for Health Science


YEAR 2 SEMESTER 1



Pathophysiology I

Health and Wellness

Kinesiology I: Anatomy of Human Movement

YEAR 2 SEMESTER 2


Foundations in Clinical and Exercise Biochemistry

Pathophysiology II

Principles of Fitness and Exercise Prescription

Critical Appraisal of Statistics in Health Care

YEAR 3 SEMESTER 1

Exercise PhysiologyIntroduction to Epidemiology



Kinesiology II: Musculoskeletal Biomechanics

2/3/4000 Level Health or Science elective


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wellnessYEAR 3 SEMESTER 2Understanding Health Care and Therapeutics in CanadaNutrition and HealthHealth and Exercise Psychology

Human Motor Control and Learning

Health or Science elective

YEAR 4 SEMESTER 1

Ethics

Exercise Rehabilitation I: Cardiac, Respiratory

Metabolic Conditions

Advanced Topics in Neuromuscular Physiology

and Pathophysiology



YEAR 4 SEMESTER 2

Exercise Rehabilitation II: Integrated Case Studies

Clinical Biomechanics and Ergonomics

Advanced Exercise Prescription

Research Applications II/Research Practicum II


PROGRAM MAP HEALTH AND WELLNESSYEAR 1 SEMESTER 1

Biology I




Health or open elective

YEAR 1 SEMESTER 2

Anatomy Physiology II

Physics for Health Science


Introductory Sociology

Health or open elective

YEAR 2 SEMESTER 1



Pathophysiology I

Health and Wellness

Kinesiology I: Anatomy of Human Movement

YEAR 2 SEMESTER 2



Pathophysiology II

Principles of Fitness and Exercise Prescription

Critical Appraisal of Statistics in Health Care

YEAR 3 SEMESTER 1

Exercise Physiology


Research Methods for Health-care Professionals

Kinesiology II: Musculoskeletal Biomechanics

Health or Science elective

YEAR 3 SEMESTER 2

Understanding Health Care and Therapeutics in Canada

Nutrition and Health

Health and Exercise Psychology

Human Motor Control and Learning

Developmental Psychology

YEAR 4 SEMESTER 1

Ethics

Exercise Rehabilitation I: Cardiac, Respiratory and

Metabolic ConditionsCurrent Issues in Health Care



YEAR 4 SEMESTER 2

Exercise Rehabilitation II: Integrated Case Studies

Selected Topics in Physical Activity Health

Quality Improvement in Health CareResearch Applications II/Research Practicum II


KINESIOLOGY SPECIALIZATION (CONTINUED)

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FITNESS AND HEALTH PROMOTIONPATHWAY TO DEGREE

If you have completed your diploma in Fitness and Health

Promotion and are interested in pursuing a degree, you can

apply to complete your BHSc (Hons) degree with a specialization

in Kinesiology Health and Wellness. This program allows

you to capitalize on the practical background obtained whilecompleting your college diploma and will enhance your

knowledge of the theoretical concepts needed to become a

kinesiologist. You are eligible for a block transfer of your

diploma credits, which enables you to complete your BHSc

degree in three years rather than four.

CAREER OPTIONS

:: Registered Kinesiologist;:: College-level sports coach;

:: Ergonomics;

:: Graduate studies in Health Science, Health Psychology

and/or Community Health;

:: Graduate studies in Kinesiology including: Biomechanics,

Exercise Physiology, Motor Behaviour, Motor Control, Human

Neurophysiology, Exercise Rehabilitation;

:: Fitness and health promotion;

:: Fitness tester, trainer, consultant, manager;

:: Medical equipment supply and consulting;

:: Orthotics, prosthetics;

:: Pharmaceuticals;

:: Research laboratories; and

:: Professional degree studies in chiropractic medicine,

medicine, occupational therapy or physiotherapy.


At UOIT I have had the opportunity to work closely with my professors who take the time to get to know their students.

As a result I have gained the hands on experience in the labs and classroom, to apply to my future work in the growing

field of Kinesiology.

Erica McCann, Kinesiology, class of 2011

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advancedThe BHSc (Hons) in Medical Laboratory Science degree is thefirst-of-its kind in Ontario. As a student in this program youwill be introduced to the exciting diagnostic aspects of healthscience including a focus on medical research. You will become

skilled in the five main areas of the diagnostic laboratory

chemistry, hematology, histotechnology, microbiology and

transfusion medicine. Professional communication, scientific

writing and research skills are also emphasized.

With the health-care system becoming increasingly dependent

on sophisticated laboratory technologies to diagnose, monitor

and treat disease and Canadas growing and aging population,

we are facing a shortage of medical laboratory technologists.

As a graduate of this program your skills and expertise will be

in high demand.

This program is accredited by the Canadian Medical

Association and upon completion you will be eligible to writethe Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science national

certification examination and subsequently to work in all

Canadian provinces and territories.



for admission to the BHSc (Hons) in Medical Laboratory

Science program to present at a minimum an Ontario

Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) (or equivalent) with a

minimum of six 4U or 4M credits, including:


per cent);

:: Advanced Functions (MHF4U); and

:: Two of Calculus (MCV4U), Biology (SBI4U), Chemistry

(SCH4U) or Physics (SPH4U).

In addition, a combined minimum average of 70 per cent in

math and science courses is required. It is recommendedthat all three of MCV4U, SBI4U and SCH4U be completed.

Student selection is determined through consideration of a

wide range of criteria including school marks, distribution of

subjects taken and performance in subjects relevant to the

academic program. The specific average or standing required





requirements to UOIT undergraduate programs, please visit

www.uoit.ca/programs.http://connect.uoit.ca

BACHELOR OF HEALTH SCIENCEIN MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE (HONOURS)

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PROGRAM MAP

YEAR 1 SEMESTER 1

Biology I

Chemistry I



Open elective

YEAR 1 SEMESTER 2

Biology II

Chemistry II



Mathematical Modelling for Health Science

YEAR 2 SEMESTER 1

Analytical Chemistry for Biosciences

Pathophysiology I

Ethics

Introduction to Medical Laboratory Science

Foundations in Clinical Microbiology and Immunology

YEAR 2 SEMESTER 2

Genetics and Molecular Biology

Pathophysiology II

Clinical Biochemistry I

Clinical Hematology I

Clinical Microbiology I

YEAR 3 SEMESTER 1

Critical Appraisal of Statistics in Health ScienceClinical Biochemistry II

Clinical Hematology II

Clinical Microbiology II

Microanatomy and Histotechnology

YEAR 3 SEMESTER 2




Laboratory Leadership and Quality Assurance

Transfusion Science

Simulated Clinical Practicum

YEAR 4 SEMESTER 1

Clinical Practicum I

Clinical Theory and Project I


YEAR 4 SEMESTER 2

Clinical Practicum IIClinical Theory and Project II

Open elective

CAREER OPTIONS

:: Biotechnology and pharmaceutical research laboratories;

:: Commercial clinical and diagnostic laboratories;

:: Computer and information system companies specializing

in health data;:: Government agencies;

:: Laboratory instrument and reagent sales; and

:: Medical laboratory technologist in laboratories in hospitals,

private institutions and clinics.

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I chose UOIT because of its beautiful campus and wide range of programs. After the Open House and a tour of the

Medical Laboratory Science lab, I definitely knew this was where I wanted to go.

Jenna Strong, Medical Laboratory Science, class of 2012


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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING

As new attitudes and objectives in health care redefine today'snursing professional this is an exciting time to embark on a

nursing career.

Our four-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) program,

offered collaboratively with Durham College, will immerse you

in the practice of scientifically-based nursing using theory,

clinical skills and research findings from individual, family,

group and community care. You will also acquire a thirst for

excellence in clinical practice, lifelong learning, research,

teamwork and leadership skills that are essential for asuccessful nursing career.

Graduates of the BScN program are eligible to write the

Canadian Registered Nurse Examination.



for admission to the BScN program to present at a minimum

an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) (or equivalent)

with a minimum of six 4U or 4M credits, including;


per cent);

:: Biology (SBI4U);

:: Chemistry (SCH4U); and

:: One of Advanced Functions (MHF4U), Calculus and Vectors

(MCV4U), or Data Management (MDM4U).

Student selection is determined through consideration of awide range of criteria including school marks, distribution of

subjects taken and performance in subjects relevant to the

academic program. The specific average or standing required





requirements to UOIT undergraduate programs, please

visit www.uoit.ca/programs.

PROGRAM MAP

YEAR 1 SEMESTER 1


Information and Communication Technology in Health Care

Introduction to Nursing Praxis

Foundations for Nursing Practicum IIntroduction to Health and Healing

Development of Self as a Nurse I

YEAR 1 SEMESTER 2


Foundations for Nursing Practicum II

Health and Healing: Older Adult Nursing Theory

and Practicum

Health Assessment

Introduction to Sociology

YEAR 2 SEMESTER 1

Pathophysiology I

Knowing Through Inquiry

Health and Healing: Child and Family Nursing Theory

and Practicum or

Health and Healing: Adult Health Challenges NursingTheory and Practicum

Pharmacology for Nurses

YEAR 2 SEMESTER 2

Microbiology for Health Sciences

Pathophysiology II

Nutrition for Nursing Practice

Health and Healing: Child and Family Nursing Theoryand Practicum or

Health and Healing: Adult Health Challenges Nursing

Theory and Practicum

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interactiveYEAR 3 SEMESTER 1EthicsCritical Appraisal of Statistics for Health ScienceHealth and Healing: Healthy Communities Nursing Theory

and Practicum or

Health and Healing: Mental Health Nursing Theory Practicum


YEAR 3 SEMESTER 2




Health and Healing: Healthy Communities Nursing

Theory and Practicum or

Health and Healing: Mental Health Nursing

Theory and PracticumDevelopmental Psychology

YEAR 4 SEMESTER 1

Nursing Leadership

Health and Healing: Synthesis Professional Practice

Two open electives

YEAR 4 SEMESTER 2

Professional Practice VIII

Two open electives

CAREER OPTIONS

:: Graduate studies in Nursing or Health Science;

:: Health administration;

:: Nursing in a variety of settings including:

Community health; Home health care;

Hospital; and

Long-term care.

:: Policy development.

I chose UOIT because it has an advanced Nursing program, which offers access to a simulation lab. This simulation lab

has enhanced my learning tremendously.

Stefanie Lamoureux, Nursing, class of 2011

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The post-diploma BScN program is an educational pathway

available if you have successfully completed your Registered

Practical Nursing (RPN) diploma from an approved program

and are interested in pursuing your degree. As a student in

the program you will enrich your knowledge in the sciences,

nursing and additional disciplines, while being introduced to

the latest in learning technologies to enhance your success

as a working professional. Different options for your programof study are available on a full-time or part-time basis.


As a RPN seeking admission to the BScN program, you must

be a graduate from an approved RPN diploma program and

you will be required to submit transcripts to confirm your

diploma completion. Preference will be given to individuals

who have achieved a grade point average (GPA) of 2.7 or

higher. In addition, applicants must hold a current certificate

of competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario.

Licensure to practice as a RPN in Ontario must be maintained

throughout the program.

The specific average or standing required for admission

varies from year to year. Possession of minimum

requirements does not guarantee acceptance. Preference

will be given to applicants with the best qualifications.


requirements to UOIT undergraduate programs, please

visit www.uoit.ca/programs.

PROGRAM MAP

YEAR 1 SEMESTER 1 (FALL BRIDGE PROGRAM)

Science Bridge

Information and Communication Technology in Health CareProfessional Nursing Bridging

YEAR 1 SEMESTER 2 (WINTER)

Comprehensive Anatomy and Physiology


Comprehensive Pharmacotherapeutics

Developmental Psychology

YEAR 2 SEMESTER 1 (SUMMER)

Health and Healing: Child and Family Nursing


YEAR 2 SEMESTER 2 (FALL)

Pathophysiology I

EthicsCritical Appraisal of Statistics in Health Science

Knowing Through Inquiry

Open elective


Microbiology for Health Science

Pathophysiology II

Nutrition for Nursing PracticeResearch Methods for Health-care Professionals:


Open elective

YEAR 3 SEMESTER 1 (SUMMER)

Health and Healing: Healthy Communities Nursing


YEAR 3 SEMESTER 2 (FALL)

Nursing Leadership

Health and Healing: Synthesis Professional Practice

Open elective


Professional Practice VIII

CAREER OPTIONS

As a RPN with a baccalaureate degree, you will have greater

potential to advance your career and increase your salary. In

addition, a BScN degree will offer you the ability to pursue

employment in a variety of nursing areas including

management positions and provide you with the building

blocks to obtaining your graduate degree.


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From laptop computers, to state-of-the-art laboratories including

simulation, students in the Faculty of Health Sciences learn

using innovative technology. Our leading-edge learning

environment will allow you to connect with your professors

and peers at any time and from anywhere. Upon arriving at

UOIT, you will receive a high-end laptop computer complete

with program and industry specific software to help ensure

you are one step ahead of the competition when you graduate.In our nursing programs, you will have the opportunity to learn

and practice your skills through various scenarios in our

unique Interprofessional Centre of Excellence in Simulation,

which features human simulation mannequins that are

programmed to demonstrate many health conditions including

different blood pressure readings and the loss of vital signs.

As a student in the Medical Laboratory Science program, you

will apply scientific principles to health care by performingsophisticated laboratory tests using the two state-of-the-art

health sciences laboratories.

In pursuing the Kinesiology specialization you will have the

opportunity for hands on practical lab experience with modern

state-of-the-art equipment. Your labs are conducted in small

groups and your laptop allows you to access the data you

have collected online and outside of your lab time, so that

you can perform data analysis and complete your work

anytime and anywhere. For anatomy, your laptop comes withspecial software with animated muscle actions, a program

that previous Kinesiology students have found invaluable.

Technology is changing the face of health care, but the

profession will always be about the people. Within our Faculty

of Health Sciences, you will learn how to effectively combine

the technology and interpersonal skills required to be a

successful health-care practitioner in the 21st century.

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Partnership, collaboration and a multidisciplinary approach to

enhancing health care are cornerstones in the development

of health services.

The Faculty of Health Sciences is delighted to have the

opportunity to work closely with our many business and

community partners, which include more than 60 community-

based agencies and organizations across Ontario, such as:

:: Health service organizations;

:: Home care nursing services;

:: Hospitals;

:: Private laboratories;

:: Regional health and social service departments; and

:: Social planning councils.

Our students receive outstanding internships, placement and

co-op opportunities thanks to our partnerships with local

organizations, including:

:: Lakeridge Health Corporation;

:: Lakeridge Health Education and Research Network;

:: Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences; and

:: Rouge Valley Health System.

In addition to providing practical opportunities for student

learning, our partnerships allow us to develop and expand

our programs and research in health promotion, disease

prevention, physical activity and rehabilitation with the supportof the broader health-care community and open the door to

challenging and rewarding careers for our students.

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A COMMITMENT TO RESEARCHIS A COMMITMENT TO THEFUTURE

Working with leading industries and businesses allowsprofessors and students to apply their knowledge to real-world

problems and provides ample opportunity to pursue

groundbreaking research work. In fact, research opportunities

for undergraduate students are a key differentiator between

UOIT and traditional higher-learning institutions.

Our faculty members understand that hands-on experience

will give you an edge in getting a job pursuing graduate

studies or research careers and they are eager to provide you

with opportunities to undertake research projects. Student-faculty research collaborations happen on an ongoing basis

and this unique one-on-one model is an important part of our

student experience.

As a student studying within the Faculty of Health Sciences,

you will have the opportunity to participate in research

practicums during your fourth year of study. Working alongside

our world-class faculty, you will have the opportunity to gain

hands-on research experience while turning innovative ideas

into real solutions.

Examples of current Health Science research projects

include:

:: Mechanisms of function and regulatory pathways of

multidrug resistant bacterial pathogens;

:: Complementary and alternative medicine used by

patients living with cancer in the Durham Region;

:: Adaptation of the human central nervous system in

conditions such as chronic musculoskeletal pain and

depression;

:: Designing a next-generation Neonatal Intensive Care

Unit (NICU) health informatics infrastructure for Canada;

:: Studying the impact of new multidisciplinary integrated

service to individuals living with HIV/AIDS; and

:: An interprofessional interactive simulation program for

educating first-responders about mental health.

FACULTY RESEARCH PROFILES

DR. WENDY STANYON

Dr. Wendy Stanyon, associate professor, Nursing, has

developed interactive simulations for educating first responders

about mental illness and how to respond effectively to

individuals who are experiencing mental health challenges.

This program has been recognized as a leading practice by

Accreditation Canada for its excellence in demonstrating

creativity, innovation and efficiency in Canadian health-care

practice.

DR. BERNADETTE MURPHY

Dr. Bernadette Murphy, a Kinesiology professor, is a

chiropractor with a PhD in Neurophysiology and is the

head of the Kinesiology specialization. Her research on thecentral nervous systems is important for understanding the

mechanisms by which physical treatments such as joint

manipulation and exercise may work by rewiring the brain.

It is also relevant to understanding how injuries stemming

from overuse may develop and it suggests that sometimes

the strain is in the brain and not the muscle. Dr. Murphy has

supervised numerous Masters theses, as well as award-

winning PhD theses, and her work regularly wins awards at

international conferences.For more faculty research profiles, please visit

www.healthsciences.uoit.ca/research .

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The original attraction of leading-edge research and technology with both theoretical and practical application that

brought me to UOIT for the Kinesiology program has been nothing short of an amazing experience. It continues to offer

me an enriching educational opportunity.

Lindsay Smith, Kinesiology, class of 2013


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Because your education is one of the most important

investments youll ever make, our Student Awards and

Financial Aid (SAFA) office works hard to ensure you haveeverything you need to meet your financial obligations. We

are committed to helping you with the financial aspect of your

post-secondary experience and encourage you to take

advantage of the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP),

budget counselling and on-campus and summer employment

opportunities to help offset the cost of your tuition, books

and other fees. We offer a variety of scholarship awards and

bursaries to help you meet the cost of a university education.

In addition, thanks to the generosity of donors, there are avariety of other student awards available if you are in financial

need and in good academic standing.

CONTACT INFORMATION

For more information about health science studies at UOIT:

Faculty of Health Sciences

University of Ontario Institute of Technology

2000 Simcoe Street North

Oshawa, Ontario, Canada

L1H 7K4

T: 905.721.8668 ext. 3166

F: 905.721.3179

E: [email protected]

www.healthsciences.uoit.ca


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T: 905.721.8668 ext. 3166

F: 905.721.3179

www.healthsciences.uoit.ca

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