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Honours Baccalaureate Degree

Honours Bachelor of Science – Osteopathy

Duration

4 yrs (8 semesters)

Location

Davis Campus

(Brampton)

The osteopathy program Canada has been waiting for — the first of its kind.

Program Overview

Train to become an osteopathic manual practitioner

Study the principles and practices of osteopathy — a growing profession that uses a manual therapy approach to patient care, treating a variety of injuries, illnesses and conditions.

Graduate with more than 1,000 hours of supervised clinical experience

This is the only osteopathy degree in Canada that meets the World Health Organization’s Type 1 standard of 1,000 hours of supervised clinical practice. You will:

  • Start working with patients in Year 1 under supervision in Sheridan's community clinic.
  • Practice alongside peers in our multidisciplinary student clinic.
  • Network with practitioners during three work-integrated learning opportunities in a variety of clinical settings.

A direct path into the growing field of osteopathy

Previous health science education is recommended but not required to enter this degree. If you’ve already completed a health science degree, you may be eligible to start in the second year of this program after completing three bridging courses.

Benefit from Sheridan’s reputation for excellence in health science

Sheridan is well-known for delivering high-calibre applied health programs, including degrees in athletic therapy and kinesiology. In our Honours Bachelor of Science – Osteopathy degree program, you’ll work closely with your peers in small classroom environments as you learn fundamental and advanced health science from professors who have extensive clinical experience.

Opportunities for further education

Upon graduation, you could be eligible for entry into graduate study programs at other institutions, such as:

  • McMaster University: Master of Science – Rehabilitation Science
  • University of British Columbia: Master of Rehabilitation Science
  • Western University: Master in Health & Rehabilitative Sciences
  • Athabasca University: Master of Health Studies
  • Niagara University: Master of Science in Sports Management
  • Niagara University: MBA – Health Care Administration
  • University of South Wales: Master in Science – Sport, Health & Exercise
  • Davenport University: Preparation for Health Pre-Professional program that pathways to Master of Science in Occupational Therapy

More about osteopathy

The practice of osteopathy is distinct from other health-care professions that use manual techniques, such as physiotherapy or chiropractic, despite some overlap. If you’d like to learn more about osteopathy, we encourage you to visit the website for the Osteopathic International Alliance.

Sheridan has been granted a consent by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities to offer this degree for a seven-year term starting February 13, 2023 and subject to renewal thereafter. Application to the Ministry for renewal of the consent is a prescribed and cyclical requirement for degree programs at all Ontario Colleges. Sheridan will ensure that all students admitted to the program during the period of consent will have the opportunity to complete the program within a reasonable time frame. Credentials earned during the period of consent remain valid, even if Ministry consent to offer the program is withdrawn in the future. Prospective students are responsible for satisfying themselves that the program and the degree will be appropriate to their needs (e.g. acceptable to potential employers, professional licensing bodies, or other educational institutions).

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Faculty

Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies

Designation

Honours Baccalaureate Degree

Duration

4 yrs (8 semesters)

Location

Davis Campus

7899 McLaughlin Road,  Brampton


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Courses

Creative, innovative learning is at the core of all Sheridan’s courses. Here are the courses you’ll take in this program.

  • CODE TITLE CREDITS
    OSTP 17927D The Science of Osteopathy 3
    ANAT 16023D Human Anatomy 3
    PHYG 19320D Human Physiology 1 3
    NUTR 15157D Fundamentals of Nutrition 1
    SCIE 15210D Principles of Biomechanics 3
    OSTP 11033D Ethical Practice for Clinicians 3
    ENGL17889G Introduction to Composition and Rhetoric 3

    Total credits: 19

  • CODE TITLE CREDITS
    OSTP 13634D Structure & Function 1: Lumbar Spine, Pelvis & Lower Extremity 3
    OSTP 11271D Clinical Methodology 3
    PHYG 13383D Human Physiology 2 3
    PHYG 17612D Exercise Physiology 3
    OSTP 18833D Applied Clinical Practice 1 1
    OSTP 16895D Clinical Experience 1 0.5
    Degree Breadth Elective 3

    Total credits: 16.5

  • CODE TITLE CREDITS
    OSTP 24645D Structure & Function 2: Lower Cervicals, Thorax & Upper Extremity 3
    SCIE 28611D Neurology 3
    SCIE 26661D Pathophysiology 1 3
    OSTP 20496D Critical Thinking in Osteopathy 3
    OSTP 22482D Applied Clinical Practice 2 1
    OSTP 20782D Clinical Experience 2 0.5
    Degree Breadth Elective 3

    Total credits: 16.5

  • CODE TITLE CREDITS
    OSTP 22844D Structure & Function 3: Cranio-Facial & Upper Cervical Spine 4
    SCIE 24957D Embryology 3
    OSTP 24646D Philosophy and Science of Pain 3
    FLPL 21839D Internship Preparation 3
    OSTP 24280D Applied Clinical Practice 3 1
    OSTP 21058D Clinical Experience 3 0.5
    Degree Breadth Elective 3

    Total credits: 15.5

  • CODE TITLE CREDITS
    FLPL 27744D Work-Integrated Learning 1 (65 hours) 0.5
  • CODE TITLE CREDITS
    OSTP 35770D Structure & Function 4: Visceral 1 3
    SCIE 36340D Diagnostic Imaging for Clinical Practitioners 1
    SCIE 39622D Pathophysiology 2: Systemic Interactions 3
    RESE 37626D Statistical Methods in Health Sciences 3
    OSTP 32091D Applied Clinical Practice 4 1
    OSTP 31541D Clinical Experience 4 0.5
    Breadth Elective 3

    Total credits: 14.5

  • CODE TITLE CREDITS
    OSTP 37228D Structure & Function 5: Visceral 2 3
    OSTP 31368D Pathways to Healing: Specific Populations 3
    SCIE 38206D Pharmacology for Clinical Practitioners 2
    OSTP 36950D Applied Clinical Practice 5 1
    OSTP 32901D Clinical Experience 5 0.5
    Degree Breadth Elective 3

    Total credits: 12.5

  • CODE TITLE CREDITS
    FLPL 35150D Work-Integrated Learning 2 (100 hours) 0.5
  • CODE TITLE CREDITS
    OSTP 43788D Obstetrics & Paediatrics 3
    OSTP 41742D Advanced Therapeutic Technique & Current Trends in Rehabilitation 3
    SCIE 43398D Advanced Concepts in Immunology and Endocrinology 3
    RESE 42279D Applied Research Methods for Health Sciences 3
    OSTP 46337D Clinical Experience 6 0.5
    Degree Breadth Elective 3

    Total credits: 15.5

  • CODE TITLE CREDITS
    OSTP 47046D Advanced Osteopathic Techniques and Inter-Relationships 3
    RESE 48890D Independent Research 3
    BUSM 44956D Business Entrepreneurship for Clinical Practitioners 3
    OSTP 42143D Clinical Experience 7 0.5
    Degree Breadth Elective 3

    Total credits: 12.5

  • CODE TITLE CREDITS
    FLPL 40142D Work-Integrated Learning 3 (100 hours) 0.5

Courses subject to change.

Current students should refer to their ⁠Academic Requirements in myStudentCentre to track their academic progress and outstanding course requirements.

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Board Undergraduate Certificates

As a Sheridan degree student, you can earn a Board Undergraduate Certificate alongside your degree without taking any additional courses. Earn one of the following specialized credentials by completing a specific collection of electives as part of your program:

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Honours Baccalaureate Degree

Duration

4 yrs (8 semesters)

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7899 McLaughlin Road,  Brampton


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Admission Requirements

Program Eligibility

Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent, including these required courses:

  • English, Grade 12 (ENG4U)

plus

  • Grade 12 (U) Biology with a minimum grade of 70%
  • Grade 12 (U) Mathematics with a minimum grade of 65%

plus

  • Three additional Grade 12 credits at the U or M level
  • Minimum 65% overall average
  • Grade 12 Introductory Kinesiology (PSK4U) recommended

or

  • Two semesters of postsecondary education plus all required courses listed above or equivalent with a minimum 65% overall average

Applicant Selection

Eligible applicants are selected based on previous academic achievement (the average of their six highest senior-level credits, including the required courses listed above).

Applicants who do not meet the admission requirements for this program may be advised individually regarding other related programs.

Criminal Record Check

Sheridan field placement agencies may require a police record check for criminal offences, a vulnerable sector check and/or a current acceptable record of immunization. Students will be required to provide this documentation directly to their field placement prior to the start of the placement and at their own expense. Students who cannot meet these requirements may have limited field placement opportunities.

English Language Proficiency

All applicants whose first language is not English must meet Sheridan's English Proficiency Requirements.

Sheridan Degree Entrance Scholarship

Sheridan is pleased to provide an Entrance Scholarship to select applicants in this degree program. View Sheridan Degree Entrance Scholarship details for eligibility criteria and more.

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Honours Baccalaureate Degree

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4 yrs (8 semesters)

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Career Opportunities

Graduates of Sheridan's Honours Bachelor of Science – Osteopathy degree will be highly skilled osteopathic manual practitioners prepared to help patients manage their health and well-being. Practitioners can choose from a variety of career paths, though most choose to work in private practice, in multidisciplinary clinics, or with sports teams.

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    Honours Baccalaureate Degree

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    4 yrs (8 semesters)

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    7899 McLaughlin Road,  Brampton


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    7899 McLaughlin Road,  Brampton


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    If you have significant knowledge and experience in programming, web development, database and/or networking, you may choose to complete Advanced Entry Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (AEPLAR) Challenge Exams for academic credit towards your Sheridan Computer Systems Technology advanced diploma.

    How do Challenge Exams work?

    AEPLAR Challenge Exams are administered by and through the Sheridan College Assessment Centre or through an approved Test Centre. There are fees to write each exam (an Assessment Centre fee and a Challenge Exam fee).

    Your completed Challenge Exam(s) will be evaluated to determine whether you’re eligible for credit in one or more courses within the identified program streams.

    Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) and Advanced Standing credits are subject to Sheridan’s policies and procedures. Learn more about Sheridan’s Credit Transfer policies and procedures.

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    Challenge Exams for applicants to the Computer Systems Technology – Software Development and Network Engineering program are designed to test skills in specific knowledge streams within this program:

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    • Databases
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    You can also choose to complete Challenge Exams for specific individual courses within the Computer Systems Technology program.

    Complete a free self-assessment test to help you determine whether Challenge Exams are a good option for you.

    How do I apply to complete a Challenge Exam?

    Step 1: Make sure you meet the program admission requirements

    You must meet the program admission requirements to be eligible for admission and PLAR.

    Step 2: Complete a free self-assessment

    Complete a free self-assessment test for each knowledge stream you wish to challenge. This will help you determine whether your current skills will enable you to succeed in the Challenge Exam(s).

    Step 3: Apply to Sheridan's Computer Systems Technology advanced diploma program

    Apply to the Computer Systems Technology – Software Development and Network Engineering program.

    To be eligible to complete Challenge Exams for this program, you must select "Advanced Entry" as the level of the program on your application.

    Step 4: Follow the instructions to complete your Challenge Exam(s)

    Once Sheridan receives your application, we’ll send you an email with instructions on how to register and pay for your Challenge Exam(s). Follow those instructions.

    Once you’ve completed your Challenge Exam(s), subject matter experts in Sheridan’s Faculty of Applied Science and Technology will evaluate them within 10 business days. The Faculty will forward your results to the Office of the Registrar, and any approved credit transfers will be posted in your Credit Transfer centre. Exam feedback will not be provided.

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    We wish you success in this process and look forward to seeing you at Sheridan!

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    Honours Baccalaureate Degree

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    Honours Baccalaureate Degree

    Duration

    4 yrs (8 semesters)

    Location

    Davis Campus

    7899 McLaughlin Road,  Brampton


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    Fees shown here are estimates only. Fees are in Canadian dollars and include tuition, health insurance and ancillary charges.

    The fees shown here are for the 2024–2025 academic year, and are subject to change. The fees displayed are for the first two (2) academic semesters of study at Sheridan unless otherwise noted; fees for subsequent semesters are not reflected on this website.

    Fees For Canadian Students

    Fees for Canadian students

    $9,639.53
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    Fees for International students

    $21,774.53

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    International students beginning their full-time postsecondary studies at Sheridan may receive an entrance scholarship. A separate application is not required. Visit the International Entrance Scholarship page for details.

    Sheridan Degree Entrance Scholarship

    Sheridan is pleased to provide an entrance scholarship in the amount of $3,000 to select applicants in this degree program. A minimum GPA of 75% is required in order to be considered. Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident. View Sheridan Degree Entrance Scholarship details for additional eligibility criteria and more.

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    Learning Outcomes

    • Perform accurate and appropriate assessment in accordance with the national governing body Standards of Practice, to elicit relevant clinical testing, observation, palpation and motion analysis, to elicit all relevant physical, mental and emotional signs.
    • Apply principles of consent, including obtaining and maintaining informed consent as appropriate in accordance with the national governing body Standards of Practice throughout ongoing patient care (treatment) plans.
    • Evaluate data collected from various sources to formulate a clinical impression and identify areas requiring referral.
    • Develop treatment and management plans for patients using a variety of sources, including patent assessments, using osteopathic philosophies and principles, to work towards successful resolution of patient concerns.
    • Implement, monitor, and appropriately document treatment and management plans, including specific osteopathic manual therapy techniques.
    • Evaluate post-treatment progress and change using evidence-based outcomes.
    • Analyze and apply research and other findings concerning the efficacy and application of osteopathic interventions, as well as the broader health care fields, to maintain awareness of emerging information related to practice.
    • Provide education, as well as prevention and management strategies, to patients and their caregiver/relative to make decisions about their care and capacity to self-care, including developing a comprehensive rehabilitation plan.
    • Adhere to professional ethical guidelines and standards of practice, and within legal and organizational requirements, including maintaining and securing of clinic and patient records.
    • Develop and apply business strategies and principles that support the operation of a small business or work within a larger corporate business, including
      environmental/hygienic protocols.
    • Collaborate with inter-professional health care practitioners to plan and guide treatment protocols and patient care.
    • Communicate effectively in an open and transparent manner in written, nonverbal, and verbal forms in a variety of settings with patients and colleagues.
    • Engage in critical self-reflection and professional development activities to support lifelong learning and career development.

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    Honours Baccalaureate Degree

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    4 yrs (8 semesters)

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    Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies

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    Honours Baccalaureate Degree

    Duration

    4 yrs (8 semesters)

    Location

    Davis Campus

    7899 McLaughlin Road,  Brampton


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    Clinical Placements

    Over the course of the osteopathy program you'll participate in three work-integrated learning opportunities in a variety of clinical settings.

    Placement – Work Integrated Learning 1

    Spring/Summer

    • Placement location: Private clinics within Ontario, with an Osteopathic Manual Practitioner (OMP).
    • Total hours: Minimum of 65 hours during the Spring/Summer semester (to be arranged with the clinic).
    • Learning outcomes: The placement program is designed to enhance the educational theories learned in the classroom. The placement will allow students to put into practice what they have learned and observe different methodologies and techniques used on different populations.

    Placement – Work Integrated Learning 2

    Spring/Summer

    • Placement location: Private clinics within Ontario, with an OMP.
    • Total hours: Minimum of 100 hours during the Spring/Summer semester (to be arranged with the clinic).
    • Learning outcomes: The placement program is designed to enhance the educational theories learned in the classroom. The placement will allow students to put into practice what they have learned and observe different methodologies and techniques used on different populations. The student will be able to apply some of their knowledge in practical situations while under the supervision of an OMP.

    Placement – Work Integrated Learning 3

    Spring/Summer

    • Placement location: Private clinics within Ontario, with an OMP.
    • Total hours: Minimum of 100 hours during the Spring/Summer semester (to be arranged with the clinic).
    • Learning outcomes: The placement program is designed to enhance the educational theories learned in the classroom. The placement will allow students to put into practice what they have learned and observe different methodologies and techniques used on different populations. Students will have gained a thorough understanding of the assessment and application of techniques and will have an opportunity to apply those techniques in various clinical situations.

    Clinical placement requirements

    You’ll be required to provide documentation for the following items directly to your clinical placement site. You must provide this documentation before the start of your placement, and at your own expense. If you can’t meet these requirements, you may not be able to participate in clinical placements, which will jeopardize your progress in the program.

    Note: Sheridan uses an external third-party vendor for pre-placement document verification. There is a charge for this service; students are responsible for the payment.

    1. Police Check with Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC)

    The Sheridan osteopathy program placements require a police clearance for vulnerable sector persons, which includes obtaining a Vulnerable Sector Screen, every six months. You must maintain this clearance throughout the program.

    2. CPR and First Aid

    You’re required to have Standard First Aid and CPR Level C or Health Care Provider (HCP). You’ll need to be re-certified for CPR annually and First Aid every two years.

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    Sheridan's Honours Bachelor of Interior Design curriculum and its delivery are designed to address current social issues pertinent to the design industry. This enables students to broaden their understanding of their place within the world.

    Fundamental to the vision of the program is the balance of creative and conceptual thinking with the technical and business aspects of the profession. Courses follow a logical sequence with the degree of difficulty building vertically from first year to fourth year.

    The various streams provide a range of design problems building in size and scope, from simple to complex in various design sectors. The curriculum builds on fundamental introductions that ensures a strong foundation for students to apply additional more complex learning and skills developed later in the program.

    Studio projects are designed to mimic professional practice and require applied theory, creativity and strong technical knowledge. Curriculum is also connected horizontally across each semester to help support the learning in courses happening simultaneously. This demonstrates the inter-connected knowledge and skills required to practice in the industry.

    The program provides many opportunities that expose students to practicing professionals and professional practice. Industry leaders and representatives from professional associations like ARIDO and IDC are invited into the classroom as jurors and guest speakers throughout the four years. The internship also provides professional design work experience for students before they enter their final year of study.

    The curriculum is student-centric and designed to equip students with the skills that are required for entry-level design positions and advanced study. Manual skills such as drafting, drawing and model making are developed alongside digital skills using current software. Students are also well-versed in the applicable building codes and regulations required to practice in Ontario. Students are exposed to valuable research skills and encouraged to continue their learning past graduation.

    Program goals

    Sheridan's Honours Bachelor of Interior Design program aspires to:

    • Develop confident, creative and critical thinkers that can solve a variety of problems thoughtfully, improving the quality of the built environment and protecting the health, safety and welfare of the public.
    • Equip students with the tools to think independently and ethically to ensure technically, environmentally, and socially responsible decision-making.
    • Deliver current and relevant curriculum that incorporates equity, diversity and inclusion. This encourages students to create spaces that foster inclusivity and look at design from various perspectives within diverse communities, involving numerous stakeholders.
    • Inform students regarding the various facets of the profession, engaging them with designers and industry affiliates.
    • Encourage continuous professional and personal growth, instilling a desire to contribute to the profession and society at large. The program encourages students to become active participants in the design community, become members of their local Association, write their NCIDQ exams, give back to the community and become progressive leaders in the profession.
    • Prepare graduates for entry-level design positions, equipped with the required knowledge and skills for employment in the diverse design industry, ensuring they possess the body of knowledge necessary to respond to social and environmental issues, while designing interior spaces that are technically proficient, code-compliant, conceptually strong, sustainable and all-inclusive.
    • Provide enhanced opportunities for students to pursue post-graduate studies, employment, research and/or further their academic studies and/or credentials.

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    Pathways from Athletic Therapy and Kinesiology

    If you've graduated from a health-science degree other than athletic therapy or kinesiology, your application will be assessed on an individual basis.

    Get your Osteopathy degree in less time

    If you're a graduate of Sheridan's Athletic Therapy or Kinesiology degree program, you may be eligible to start in the second year of this program after completing three bridging courses.

    This bridging program will be available in Spring/Summer 2024.

    How to apply: Submit an application using the program code PBHSB.

    Bridging courses (Spring/Summer Semester)

    • OSTP 17927D: The Science of Osteopathy (3 credits)
    • OSTP 14859: Theoretical Pathways to Osteopathy (5 credits)
    • OSTP 16333: Practical Pathways to Osteopathy (1 credit)

    Course exceptions

    After successfully completing the assigned bridging courses, you'll be admitted into Year 2 (Semester 3) of our Osteopathy degree. In order to earn your Osteopathy degree, you'll need to complete all courses in the remaining three years of the program, with the following exceptions.

    You will additionally take:

    • Year 2: OSTP 11271D: Clinical Methodology (3 credits)
    • Year 2: SCIE 22437D: Human Physiology for Allied Health (2 credits)
    • Year 3: SCIE 31116D: Pathophysiology for Allied Health (3 credits)

    You will not need to take:*

    • SCIE 26661D: Pathophysiology 1 (3 credits)
    • OSTP 24645D: Structure & Function 2 – Lower Cervicals, Thorax & Upper Extremity (3 credits)
    • OSTP 22482D: Applied Clinical Practice 2 (1 credit)
    • FLPL 21839D: Internship Prep (1 credit)
    • SCIE 39622D: Pathophysiology 2 – Systemic Interactions (3 credits)
    • RESE 37626D: Statistical Methods in Health Sciences (3 credits)
    • RESE 42279D: Applied Research Methods for Health Sciences (3 credits)
    • BUSM 44956D: Business Entrepreneurship for Clinical Practitioners (3 credits)
    • 6 Degree Breadth Electives (3 credits each)

    *Athletic Therapy graduates are also exempt from the following course:

    • OSTP 20782D: Clinical Experience 2 (0.5 credits)

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    Faculty

    Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies

    Designation

    Honours Baccalaureate Degree

    Duration

    4 yrs (8 semesters)

    Location

    Davis Campus

    7899 McLaughlin Road,  Brampton


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    Program Mission

    Our mission is to offer the highest quality, evidence-based and research-embedded education that empowers learners through a discipline-specific curated curriculum with an extensive clinical and experiential learning component to train Manual Practitioners who serve the needs of the community.

    Program Vision

    Our vision is to train visionary leaders in the field of Osteopathic Manual Practice to provide a safe, holistic, and patient-centred care.

    Critical Performance Statement

    By the end of the program, graduates will have demonstrated the ability to assess and treat musculoskeletal dysfunctions associated with acute, chronic, or systemic conditions, using a critically informed, holistic, and patient-centred approach to care.

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    Faculty

    Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies

    Designation

    Honours Baccalaureate Degree

    Duration

    4 yrs (8 semesters)

    Location

    Davis Campus

    7899 McLaughlin Road,  Brampton


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    Program Mission

    Our mission is to utilize harmonious, comprehensive and specialized training to empower our learners with the knowledge, skills and attitude required to demonstrate the Professional Competencies for Canadian Pharmacy Technicians at Entry to Practice.

    Program Vision

    Our vision is to graduate highly-skilled life-long learners who uphold professional integrity and promote quality and safety in practice.

    Critical Performance Statement

    Upon graduation, students in Sheridan’s Pharmacy Technician diploma program will have demonstrated the ability to pursue the career of pharmacy technician and to practice safely in a community or hospital while adhering to the scope of practice for pharmacy technicians.

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    Faculty

    Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies

    Designation

    Honours Baccalaureate Degree

    Duration

    4 yrs (8 semesters)

    Location

    Davis Campus

    7899 McLaughlin Road,  Brampton


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    Field Placements

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    Faculty

    Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies

    Designation

    Honours Baccalaureate Degree

    Duration

    4 yrs (8 semesters)

    Location

    Davis Campus

    7899 McLaughlin Road,  Brampton


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    Writer-in-Residence program

    Each year, Sheridan’s Honours Bachelor of Creative Writing & Publishing (CW&P) program hosts a Writer-in-Residence. The 8-month residency is awarded to a writer who embodies the distinctiveness and dynamism of the & in our program name.

    In addition to working on at least one specific writing project of their own during their tenure, the Writer-in-Residence is responsible for creative leadership, mentoring and public outreach in the area of creative writing and/or publishing.

    How our Writer-in-Residence supports Sheridan students

    Students in our CW&P program benefit from the work and mentorship of our Writer-in-Residence, who:

    • shares their expertise and experience as a creative professional and working writer;
    • performs public readings from their recently published work and/or current work-in-progress;
    • organizes public lectures and/or workshops; and
    • works with faculty to augment existing curriculum in the area of creative writing, publishing and/or creativity.

    2024–25 Writer-in-Residence

    Cassidy McFadzean
    Photo credit: Tony Tulathimutte

    Fiction writer, editor and poet Cassidy McFadzean is joining Sheridan as the 2024–25 CW&P Writer-in-Residence.

    McFadzean was born in Regina, Saskatchewan, where she earned an MA from the University of Regina. She went on to earn an MFA in poetry from the University of Iowa, and an MFA in fiction from Brooklyn College, where she was co-Editor-in-Chief and Fiction Editor of The Brooklyn Review.

    McFadzean is the author of three books of poetry: Crying Dress (House of Anansi, 2024), Drolleries (McClelland & Stewart, 2019), and Hacker Packer (M&S, 2015). Her poetry has appeared in magazines across Canada and the U.S., has been anthologized in The Best Canadian Poetry, In Fine Form 2, and The New Wascana Anthology. Her fiction has appeared in Joyland, EVENT, Maisonneuve, and The Best Canadian Stories, and is forthcoming in Hazlitt, The Walrus, and Invisible Publishing's collaborative anthology Dead Writers.

    In welcoming her to the post, CW&P's Associate Dean Morgan Dennis highlights McFadzean’s expertise in both poetry and fiction, as well as her editorial work at The Brooklyn Review: “McFadzean is such a well-rounded talent, which is exactly what our students are looking for. Plus, her experience in the literary journal market will be of great value to our in-house magazine—The Ampersand Review of Writing & Publishing."

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    Faculty

    Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies

    Designation

    Honours Baccalaureate Degree

    Duration

    4 yrs (8 semesters)

    Location

    Davis Campus

    7899 McLaughlin Road,  Brampton


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    Free professional development opportunities

    Are you a business lead who's looking to level up your company's culture of creativity and entrepreneurship?

    Sheridan offers FREE, one-hour PD sessions on topics such as:

    • Creative Strategies for an EDI-driven World
    • The Science of Creativity and Innovation
    • Intra- and Entrepreneurial Thinking, and
    • Creative Team Leadership

    These workshops will catalyze your climate of innovation and give your team an exclusive look into Sheridan's one-of-a-kind graduate certificate in Applied Creativity and Innovation.*

    Register your team for a FREE online one-hour masterclass!


    *Advance further with our Applied Creativity and Innovation graduate certificate

    Our new graduate certificate in Applied Creativity and Innovation is a great professional development (PD) opportunity for many company teams. The program teaches complex problem-solving, creativity, innovation and negotiation skills — competencies that make companies more resilient and adaptable as they face the unique challenges presented by the future of work.

    Why this program is a great choice for PD:

    • Flexible hours — your employees can complete their graduate certificate online, at their own pace.
    • Relevant coursework – they can choose electives that are most applicable to their position at your company.
    • Award-winning faculty – they’ll learn from instructors who are on the cutting-edge of creativity and innovation research.
    • Practicum project – they’ll work alongside our team of experts to resolve an issue that your business is facing today — whether it’s how to leverage artificial intelligence technology, advance your sustainability efforts, update your marketing strategies, address supply chain inefficiencies or another challenge.

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    Faculty

    Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies

    Designation

    Honours Baccalaureate Degree

    Duration

    4 yrs (8 semesters)

    Location

    Davis Campus

    7899 McLaughlin Road,  Brampton


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    Apprenticeship Exemption Test

    The Apprenticeship Exemption Test (AET) provides a chance for students who are learning a skilled trade to bypass in-class studies.

    In most cases, you need to score 70% or higher to pass the AET. If you score lower than 70%, you'll need to wait three months before you can try again (with some exceptions for certain exams).

    Apprenticeship Exemption Tests are administered at the Hazel McCallion Campus in Mississauga, through Sheridan's Assessment Centre.

    Learn more about the AET, including eligibility criteria, available tests and how to register.

    Sheridan is a Ministry-approved Apprenticeship Exemption Test centre, authorized through the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training & Skills Development (MLITSD), for both apprentices and non-apprentices.

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    Faculty

    Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies

    Designation

    Honours Baccalaureate Degree

    Duration

    4 yrs (8 semesters)

    Location

    Davis Campus

    7899 McLaughlin Road,  Brampton


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    Program information session

    Learn more about this program and get answers to any questions you have!

    Degree Entrance Scholarship Available

    Once you’ve applied for admission to this program, we’ll automatically consider you for this award.

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    Honours Baccalaureate Degree

    Full-time 4 years Program code: PBHSO

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    Start date Campus Delivery Status
    Sep 2025 Davis Campus (Brampton)
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