Make a difference by starting your career in one of the fastest-growing job sectors. The healthcare industry needs professionals who are ready to work. Our Health Studies programs give you hands-on skills and clinical training to provide care when it’s needed most. Our courses are developed with our industry partners, so you’ll learn the skills you’ll use daily.
Study in a welcoming and supportive environment. Our instructors are experienced professionals who understand the demands and expectations of the Healthcare industry. Gain practical experience in our specialized labs and clinical placements where you can evaluate potential employers before you graduate!
The one-year Advanced Care Paramedicine program will build on your expertise as a primary care paramedic and prepare you to play an expanded role as a first responder.
Advanced Care Paramedicine - Distributed LearningThe two-year Advanced Care Paramedicine Distributed Learning program will build on your expertise as a primary care paramedic and prepare you to play an expanded role as a first responder without leaving your current job.
Dental AssistingPrepare for a career as a Level II dental assistant in this 1-year certificate program. Practice the skills & procedures you learn in our on-site dental lab
Medical Support ServicesThe 2-year Medical Support Services diploma program trains you to work as a medical secretary, health unit coordinator, or administrative professional in private health care facilities.
Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist AssistantThe OTA/PTA diploma program prepares you to provide client-care and therapeutic interventions under the guidance of a Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist. Develop an understanding of the human body, the concept of rehabilitation, and the therapeutic interventions and modalities used to treat various conditions.
Practical Nursing Prince of Wales Campus JanuaryEarn a Practical Nursing diploma and start your healthcare career as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Learn to provide patient care with guidance from nurses & doctors. Courses in anatomy and physiology, fundamentals of nursing, and pharmacology are supported through extensive clinical placements to ensure you're ready to write your licensing exam at the end of your program.
Practical Nursing Prince of Wales Campus SeptemberEarn a Practical Nursing diploma and start your healthcare career as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Learn to provide patient care with guidance from nurses & doctors. Courses in anatomy and physiology, fundamentals of nursing, and pharmacology are supported through extensive clinical placements to ensure you're ready to write your licensing exam at the end of your program.
Practical Nursing Summerside Waterfront CampusCourses in anatomy and physiology, fundamentals of nursing, and pharmacology are supported through extensive clinical placements in this two-year program.
Primary Care ParamedicineGet the medical training you'll need to become a Paramedic in the 2-year Primary Care Paramedicine diploma program. Start your healthcare career in emergency medical services working in the field of pre-hospital care.
Resident Care Worker - Prince of Wales CampusLearn the skills you'll need to work as an RCW in nursing homes, hospitals, mental health facilities and community agencies in this 30-week certificate program.
Resident Care Worker - West Prince CampusLearn the skills you'll need to work as an RCW in nursing homes, hospitals, mental health facilities and community agencies in this 30-week certificate program.
Although this program was challenging at times, there was always help nearby - whether it was one of my amazing instructors or a friendly peer. The program really provided all the necessary learning tools, such as a variety of equipment to practice with, and more than enough reading material. I feel so grateful to have had the experience of meeting all my peers and becoming one big family, and I truly feel Holland College has fully prepared me to confidently enter the workforce!
Hailey, OTA/PTA Class of 2021