BCIT. School of Health Sciences

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Corporate body

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BCIT. School of Health Sciences

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      • SOHS

      • SoHS

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      Description area

      Dates of existence

      1964-

      History

      In 1964 BCIT opened it’s doors with two Health programs; Medical Radiology and Medical Laboratory for a total of 73 students enrolled. BCIT shared training responsibility with various designated hospitals. On successful completion, the student was awarded a certificate.

      Currently the School of Health Sciences runs programs in ten main areas of study:

      • Biomedical Engineering
      • Electrodiagnostics
      • Food Safety and Processing
      • Health Care Management
      • Health Protection
      • Laboratory Sciences
      • Medical Imaging Technologies
      • Nursing & Specialty Nursing
      • Therapeutics

      These include degree and post-degree programs as well as the entry-level programs.

      The School of Health Sciences maintains the quality and relevance of its health training programs through close liaison with employers and professional associations. Maintaining the traditions of BCIT there are Advisory committees for each program. Students can expect provincial, national and international accreditation; regular external and internal program assessments; a variety of professional development provisions for faculty and staff; and integration of a variety of learning strategies, including industrial experience through projects and practicums.

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      Related entity

      British Columbia Institute of Technology (1964-)

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      hierarchical

      Type of relationship

      British Columbia Institute of Technology is the superior of BCIT. School of Health Sciences

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      Description of relationship

      BCIT School of Health Sciences is a department within BCIT.

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      ISAAR (CPF)

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      Final

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      Minimal

      Dates of creation, revision and deletion

      2014-04-27

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          C. McLellan, created 2015-04-27