University of Northern British Columbia

Course Details

Aboriginal Health Sciences

Course Description

The Diploma in Aboriginal / Indigenous Health and Healing offers a multidisciplinary program allowing individuals to pursue their interest in Aboriginal / Indigenous Health and Healing through a concentrated program of courses on Aboriginal Health and Health Science subjects. Individuals working with Aboriginal communities in a health-related field or desiring to pursue a degree in the health sciences with a concentration on Aboriginal health will be especially interested in this program. The Diploma in Aboriginal / Indigenous Health and Healing allows individuals to receive a credential after 60 credit hours of study. The Diploma especially complements a major in First Nations Studies, Anthropology, Environmental Studies, Community Health, and Psychology. Students desiring to complete a degree after completion of the Diploma are strongly encouraged to speak with the relevant program Student Advisor. Diploma Requirements Successful completion of the Certificate in Aboriginal / Indigenous Health and Healing: FNST 302-3 First Nations Health and Healing FNST 303-3 First Nations Religion and Philosophy FNST 304-3 Indigenous Environmental Philosophy FNST 313-3 Healing Within Art: Space, Time and Materials FNST 315-3 Aboriginal Health Management FNST 316-3 Aboriginal Health and Chronic Illness FNST 317-3 Aboriginal Healing Practices FNST 411-3 Advanced Topics in Indigenous Religion and Philosophy FNST 440-3 Internship in First Nations Studies FNST 498-3 Special Topics in First Nations Studies

Course Duration

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1year

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Aboriginal Health Sciences University of Northern British Columbia