• Grade 12 or equivalent with credits at or above the general level
• Grade 12 academic English, minimum of 70%
• Grade 11 and 12 academic biology, minimum of 70%
• Grade 12 academic math, minimum of 65%
• Grade 12 chemistry, minimum of 70%
• Current Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems (WHMIS) Certificate
• Two applicant reference forms from employers
• Completion of Holland College Medical Form
• Standard First Aid and CPR Level C from a recognized First Aid/CPR provider (this is a PDF and will open in a new window)
• Completion of Immunization Verification Form (required after acceptance) (this is a PDF and will open in a new window)
• Résumé including work and volunteer experience with applicable dates, membership in groups, associations or athletics, awards and distinctions, and any other information about yourself relevant to the program.

NOTE:
Preference will be given to applicants who have completed university level introductory courses in English, biology or psychology. Clinical experience may be restricted if the student does not have a valid driver’s license.

NOTE:
Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check: Before attending any practicum or clinical portions of the program, a student must submit a criminal record check and a vulnerable sector check. If the check indicates that a record exists, the student may not be able to complete portions of their program that are required for graduation. Any associated costs are the responsibility of the student.

NOTE: If your first language is not English please review our English Language Requirements page.
https://www.hollandcollege.com/admissions/language-requirements.html

Fees for the academic year 2021/2022. Please note: Tuition and Fees are listed in Canadian dollars.

International Student Fees are due on the first day of class.

Click here to see International Tuition and Fees

Domestic Tuition and Fees

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Tuition and Other Fees	1st Year	2nd Year
Tuition	$ 5,715	$ 5,758
Student Union	$ 168	$ 168
Health Insurance Fee	$ 420	$ 420
Lab Fee	-	$ 200
Graduation Fee	-	$ 100
Total	$ 6,303	$ 6,646
1stinstallment due January 6, 2022	$ 3,894	$ 3,711
2ndinstallment due September 6, 2022	$ 2,409	$ 2,935
Other Program Costs	1st Year	2nd Year
Books	$1,400	$ 600
Materials/Supplies	$ 250	–
Equipment/Uniforms/Teaching Aids	$ 350	$ 200
Examinations/Memberships	–	$ 750
Total	$ 2,000	$ 1,550

 

International Tuition and Fees

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Tuition and Other Fees	1st Year	2nd Year
Tuition	$ 5,715	$ 5,758
International	$ 4,400	$ 4,000
Student Union	$ 168	$ 168
Health Insurance Fee	$ 420	$ 420
International Health Fee	$ 750	$ 750
Lab Fee	-	$ 200
Graduation Fee	-	$ 100
Total	$ 11,453	$ 11,396
1stinstallment due January 6, 2022	$ 9,044	$ 8,461
2ndinstallment due September 6, 2022	$ 2,409	$ 2,935
Other Program Costs	1st Year	2nd Year
Books	$1,400	$ 600
Materials/Supplies	$ 250	–
Equipment/Uniforms/Teaching Aids	$ 350	$ 200
Examinations/Memberships	–	$ 750
Total	$ 2,000	$ 1,550

Graduates from this program may find employment with:

• Long-term care
• Nursing homes
• Community care
• Home care
• Hospitals
• Physicians’ offices

Degree Pathways

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Many Holland College programs have degree pathways. For more information, see our Degree Pathways section.