Health Sciences

This course is designed to introduce the professional language of medical terminology and abbreviations. Learners will decipher terminology in order to understand the meaning and use of language associated with various body systems. 

This course introduces the learner to the structure and function of the human body in its healthy state. Learners will examine individual body systems, their components and processes, and how they interrelate to maintain homeostasis.

This course provides the learner with an introduction to the diverse professions within the healthcare field. Learners discuss ethical principles, cultural competence, and the interdisciplinary nature of healthcare. This course also explores healthcare disparities, global health issues, and professional roles in client-centered care.

In this clinical experience, learners apply their knowledge and skills to deliver holistic, client-centred care in a long-term care setting. Learners demonstrate professionalism and personal care, including the skills, assessments, and rationales necessary for the long-term care of adult and geriatric clients.

Prerequisites:

• HCSS1086AA
• HCSS1087A
• HCSS1093A
• MENT1019A
• NCSI1184B
• NCSI1181A
• NCSI1182A
• PATH1187B
• PERS1228C
• PHAR1077A
• RESP1075A
• SECU1322B
• SECU1359A
• NCSI1183B

This course provides an introduction to alterations in mental health. The learner will explore the history of mental health care, concepts of mental health, common alterations, techniques to prevent and manage aggressive behavior, and strategies to support well-being for the client and self. 

In this course, the learner will explore various changes that occur with aging.  The learner will study population growth, expected physiological, psychosocial and emotional changes, pathophysiological alterations, and elder abuse.  Activities supporting cognition and well-being to effectively meet the aging population's needs will also be studied. 
 

This course provides the learner with introductory knowledge and techniques for developing professional communication and therapeutic relationships. The learner will explore the skills necessary to communicate within the healthcare environment effectively.  

This theory course provides the learner with the foundational knowledge of skills and rationales required for safe, holistic client-centered care.  The learner will study the concepts of client safety, medical asepsis, hygiene, focused integumentary system assessment, elimination, nutrition, mobility, and documentation. 

Prerequisites:

• NCSI1184B

This laboratory course provides the learner with the opportunity to practice the knowledge from NCSI 1183A. This application of skills will occur through a hands-on approach in a lab setting. The learner will apply theoretical knowledge of client safety, medical asepsis, hygiene, focused integumentary system assessment, elimination, nutrition, mobility, and documentation.  
 

Prerequisites:

• NCSI1183B

This course builds upon existing knowledge from HCSS 1087A by examining diseases and disorders that produce alterations in physiological function. The learner will study disease etiology and pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, diagnostic tests, medical management, client assessments, and care.  

Prerequisites:

• HCSS1087A

This course provides an introduction to the meaning of community service.  Students learn how community service can enhance a student’s educational experience, personal growth, employability, and civic responsibility. Students participate in one day of volunteering to enhance their understanding of civic responsibility and to help the New Brunswick Community College realize its vision of transforming lives and communities. 

This course introduces the pharmacy team's roles, responsibilities, and competencies related to pharmacy practice. This course prepares learners for pharmacy practice within the Canadian healthcare system. 

This course introduces students to gas laws and principles of physics, anatomy and physiology, and chemistry and biochemistry related to medical gas therapy delivery. It also provides a basic understanding of the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) and Transport Canada regulations, safety standards and procedures for medical equipment, handling and storing medical gases/liquids, and patient safety. Learners examine those fundamental laws and principles and comply with the safety standards, regulations and procedures in delivering medical gas therapy during the respiratory therapy program and in their future professional careers. 
 
The laboratory supports the interpretation of theoretical knowledge and the demonstration of relevant and current skills within simulated clinical scenarios. 
 

A safe and healthy workplace is the responsibility of the employer and the employee. This course introduces students to the importance of working safely and addresses how employers and employees can control the hazards and risks associated with the workplace. Students will also learn about the roles and responsibilities of key stakeholders including WorkSafeNB, the employer and the employee in ensuring workplaces are safe.

This course introduces learners to established protocols and procedures required for safe laboratory practices. Concepts covered in this course include biological, chemical and physical hazards, workplace ergonomics, laboratory controls, equipment, waste disposal, spill clean-up, and relevant governing legislation.