Introduction to Health Care in Canada

This course is intended to provide a broad overview of Canadian health care policy and delivery and will provide students with an opportunity to identify current issues and trends affecting health care in Ontario, and more specifically Northwestern Ontario. Students will examine the changing role of the health care professional, as well as the ever expanding contribution of allied and alternative health care professionals in the delivery of continuous care in a timely fashion. Health care professions are researched through interviews with and/or presentations made by program coordinators and practicing professionals, thus providing the opportunity for students to develop personal and academic goals.

NOTE: Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.