
Health and Social Development

Careers in health care and social development provide a meaningful way to meet the needs of families and communities. The Okanagan region’s population and demographics provide diverse learning opportunities in a range of fields. Practical-oriented programs prepare students for careers in health and social development settings, including hospital and community nursing, long-term care, home care, social services, non-profit societies, children’s daycare and more.
OC is seeking expression of interest for those who want to teach Health and Social Development programs.
Health Sciences Centre fundraising campaign kicks off to support student learning and construction underway.
Certified Dental Assistant instructor Joanne Gibbons-Smyth uses technology in her innovative approach to teaching.
Our department provides education and training required for registration with the College of Dental Surgeons of B.C. The certificate program is fully accredited by the Commission of Dental Accreditation of Canada.
Professionals in the field of Early Childhood Education are committed to caring for all children within the contexts of both the family and the community. Child caregivers are trained to understand the developmental needs of children from birth to age twelve.
Training provided in this certificate program prepares you for a health-care career responsible for providing direct client care. This includes assistant clients with daily living such as daily personal hygiene, nutrition and mobility.
Study health and exercise sciences to become a community leader in sport, recreation, fitness and wellness.
Build and maintain healthy relationships and increase inclusion for vulnerable individuals within your community.
Pharmacy Technicians are allied health-care professionals trained to perform administrative, clerical and pharmacy-related tasks under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
Learn hands-on person-centred care as you become a leader in health care.
Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and Recreational Therapists require staff to help with the wide range of client needs in rehabilitation.
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