Bachelor of Health Sciences – Workplace Health and Wellness
Honours Degree
Program Code: WW411
Campus: North
Length: 8 semesters
Humber’s Bachelor of Health Sciences – Workplace Health and Wellness honour’s degree program, the first of its kind in Canada, provides students with specialized education in state-of-the-art bioscience laboratories and classrooms to pursue careers in various health and wellness fields or post-graduate opportunities. This program is multi-disciplinary in nature, drawing from the fields of leadership; mental, physical, and psychological health; business and communication; and knowledge translation.
Using a team approach, learners will work collaboratively with one another and with faculty to apply key principles of workplace health and wellness to real-world scenarios. Our students develop the skills and techniques needed to deliver proactive, responsive, profitable and effective workplace health and wellness services within a diverse array of organizational settings.
Students participate in one mandatory paid or unpaid 14-week to gain full-time professional work experience. Field experience takes place during the summer months between 3rd and 4th Year. Humber’s dedicated faculty and work-integrated learning staff supports students in preparing for and securing field experience. Humber has strong relationships with industry partners to support learners in finding opportunities. While all these supports are in place, students are strongly encouraged to search on their own and network to help ensure that they successfully secure and complete the field experience component of the program.
The field experience will enhance the program's theoretical learning, giving you hands-on application in workplace health and wellness. Field experiences might include successfully developing, evaluating and implementing a workplace health and wellness initiative; functioning as a member of a health and promotion team; working at a public health organization in knowledge translation; working in insurance companies; working with workplace insurance claims; and health promotion within a long-term care facility.
Visit Future Students > Work-Integrated Learning > to learn more about your WIL power and other success stories.
Also take time to explore the digital Faculty of Health Sciences & Wellness Student Handbook to learn foundational WIL concepts, plus requirements specific to this program.
Courses
Semester 3 |
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| BHSW 2001: Reflective and Critical Practice |
| BHSW 2004: Functional Anatomy and Human Kinetics |
| BHSW 2504: Physical Activity and Healthy Lifestyles |
| BHSW 3003: Health Literacy |
| Select 1 from the following courses |
| DEGE: Degree Breadth Elective |
Semester 6 |
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| BHSW 3500: Applied Epidemiology |
| BHSW 3501: Interprofessional Practice |
| BHSW 3503: Digital innovations in Health and Wellness |
| BHSW 3504: Professional Practice |
| Select 2 from the following courses |
| DEGE: Degree Breadth Elective |
Work Experience - SEM 6C |
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| WORK 3554: Field Experience - Health and Wellness |
Semester 7 |
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| BHSW 4000: Capstone Reflection in Health and Wellness |
| BHSW 4001: Accessibility of Health and Wellness |
| BHSW 4002: Health and Wellness Project Coordination |
| Select 2 from the following courses |
| DEGE: Degree Breadth Elective |
Semester 8 |
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| BHSW 4500: Capstone Project in Health and Wellness |
| BHSW 4501: Wellness Coaching Principles |
| BHSW 4502: Creating Excellence in Health and Wellness |
| BHSW 4503: Knowledge Translation |
| Select 1 from the following courses |
| DEGE: Degree Breadth Elective |
Admission Requirements
Admission selection is based on the following 3 requirements:
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Academic
To be eligible for admission, you must possess the following:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent including these required courses:
- Grade 12 English (ENG4U or equivalent) minimum 65 per cent
- Five Grade 12 U or M courses in addition to those listed above
- Overall minimum grade point average (GPA) 65 per cent
or
or
- College or university transfer status
Mature Applicants
Diplomas and Certificates
An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or other postsecondary school, and will be 19 or older as of the first day of classes. Humber will invite you for testing to demonstrate that you meet all listed course requirements.
Degrees
An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or attended postsecondary studies, and will be 21 or older as of the first day of classes. Mature applicants for degree programs will be required to meet course requirements at the U/M level or equivalent.
College Transfer Applicants
Diplomas and Certificates
An applicant is considered a college transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a college-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or college courses and grades to determine program eligibility.
Degrees
An applicant is considered a college transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a college-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or college courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants must have an overall minimum grade point average (GPA) of 65 per cent in the program. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.
University Transfer Applicants
Diplomas and Certificates
An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility.
Degrees
An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent including these required courses:
- .
English Language Proficiency
All applicants whose first language is not English must meet Humber’s English Language Proficiency Policy.
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International Credit Evaluation
Canadian citizens or permanent residents with international education are required to provide a credential evaluation. Note, for international High school education course by course evaluations, ICAS must be used. For international post-secondary education, a WES evaluation must be provided. In situations where you expect to apply for transfer credit, it is recommended that a course by course WES evaluation is completed.
How to Apply
Applications are made through ontariocolleges.ca. See program page for details.
International Academic Equivalency
Admission equivalencies for Humber depend on your country of study. Please see admission requirements on the program page to enter your location.
Fees
The 2024/2025 fee for two semesters was:
- domestic: $7,440.86
- international: $20,691.50
Fees are subject to change.
Domestic Fees by Semester
| Semester 1 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $2,969.22 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $444.09 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $66.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $111.12 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $110.00 |
| Total | $3,720.43 |
| Semester 2 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $2,969.22 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $444.09 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $66.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $111.12 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $110.00 |
| Total | $3,720.43 |
| Semester 3 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $2,969.22 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $444.09 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $66.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $111.12 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $110.00 |
| Total | $3,720.43 |
| Semester 4 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $2,969.22 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $444.09 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $66.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $111.12 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $110.00 |
| Total | $3,720.43 |
| Semester 5 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $2,969.22 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $444.09 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $66.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $111.12 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $85.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $110.00 |
| Total | $3,805.43 |
| Semester 6 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $2,969.22 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $444.09 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $66.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $111.12 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $110.00 |
| Total | $3,720.43 |
| Semester 7 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $2,969.22 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $444.09 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $66.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $111.12 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $3,610.43 |
| Semester 8 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $2,969.22 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $444.09 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $66.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $111.12 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $85.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $3,695.43 |
International Fees by Semester
| Semester 1 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $9,594.54 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $444.09 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $66.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $111.12 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $110.00 |
| Total | $10,345.75 |
| Semester 2 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $9,594.54 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $444.09 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $66.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $111.12 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $110.00 |
| Total | $10,345.75 |
| Semester 3 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $9,594.54 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $444.09 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $66.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $111.12 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $110.00 |
| Total | $10,345.75 |
| Semester 4 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $9,594.54 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $444.09 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $66.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $111.12 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $110.00 |
| Total | $10,345.75 |
| Semester 5 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $9,594.54 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $444.09 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $66.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $111.12 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $85.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $110.00 |
| Total | $10,430.75 |
| Semester 6 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $9,594.54 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $444.09 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $66.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $111.12 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $110.00 |
| Total | $10,345.75 |
| Semester 7 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $9,594.54 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $444.09 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $66.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $111.12 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $0.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $10,235.75 |
| Semester 8 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $9,594.54 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $444.09 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $66.00 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $111.12 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $20.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $85.00 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $10,320.75 |
*Plus Mandatory Health Insurance fee once per academic year: Fall start - $420 Winter start - $280 Summer start - $140
Equipment & Device Requirements
Semester 1
| Details and Specifications | Minimum Specifications | Recommended Specifications |
| Processor | Intel i5-8300H (PC) 4-core or higher 64bit (Mac) |
Intel i5-8300H (PC) 4-core or higher 64bit (Mac) |
| OS | Windows 10 (PC) OS 10.15 (Mac) |
Windows 10 (PC) OS 10.15 (Mac) |
| Memory | 8GB of RAM | 8GB of RAM |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB |
| Monitor | Laptop | Laptop |
| Other | Built-in microphone and webcam, Software: Adobe creative and Microsoft office Suite | Built-in microphone and webcam, Software: Adobe creative and Microsoft office Suite |
Pathways
Humber offers a number of transfer options and pathway opportunities. Visit humber.ca/transferoptions or refer to the program page.
Contact Information
Natalie Toman, program co-ordinator
Faculty of Health Sciences and Wellness
416.675.6622 ext. 75715
natalieann.toman@humber.ca
Admissions Questions
Domestic Students
416-675-5000
enquiry@humber.ca
International Students
Contact the International Centre
international.humber.ca/contact
1-416-675-5067
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Print/Download Date: November 21, 2024