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Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies

Looking to be a citizen leader dedicated to positive change in our schools, health care system and communities? Take advantage of a hands-on education that engages.

In the Faculty of Applied Health and Community Studies (FAHCS), you'll receive the practice-based learning and applied-research skills that get you ready for new opportunities. You'll integrate theory with practice, knowledge with social innovation and life skills with scholarship to maximize your impact on our local communities — and global society.

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FAHCS offers programs in these areas:

1st osteopathy degree in Canada
1st 3D mixed reality anatomy lab in Canadian postsecondary institution
40 youth engaged in Youth in Policing Initiative each year

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Sheridan hosts health symposium to tackle chronic disease through prevention and innovation

May 26, 2025

Sheridan will host its first Upstream Preventative Health Symposium on May 27, which takes aim squarely at the significant challenges of chronic diseases.
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Teaching & Learning

Social and Community Development degree unlocks student's passion for teaching

May 9, 2025

Classes, work-integrated learning experiences and supportive community helped Valentina Depikolozvane discover her true calling.

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Research & Scholarship

FAHCS Research Symposium showcases student capstone projects

Apr 17, 2025

Work from three degree programs celebrated during event at HMC.

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Place & Space

In photos: Behind the scenes of Sheridan's 2025 Spring Open House events

Apr 7, 2025

Thousands of future Sheridan students and their families got an inside look at Sheridan’s dynamic programs during the college’s Spring Open House events in late March.

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