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The Health Informatics graduate certificate is a one-year program designed for healthcare and IT professionals currently working in or with experience in these fields, as well as those passionate about healthcare technology innovation. We offer flexible scheduling with evening and weekend courses to fit demanding work schedules, though some classes may occur during regular business hours. Healthcare is experiencing a significant digital revolution driven by advancements in information technology, fundamentally changing how medical data is accessed and exchanged to improve patient outcomes.
This intensive one-year Health Informatics certificate bridges the gap between healthcare and technology by training professionals from both sectors to become specialized informatics experts capable of addressing modern healthcare challenges. Whether you're an IT specialist, healthcare provider, or related professional aspiring to become a health informatics analyst, or a practitioner seeking to enhance your skills through formal education, this program provides the comprehensive training you need.
Minimum two-year Diploma or Bachelor's Degree* in Health Sciences or related field from an accredited institution
OR
Minimum three-year Diploma in Information Technology* or related field from an accredited institution
PLUS:
Minimum one year of work experience as a health-care professional or an IT professional, or equivalent (resume required)
Candidates will be accepted based on the combination of relevant education and work experience.
* Please note that Domestic applicants who are submitting International transcripts require a Canadian equivalency evaluation.
Applicants with transcripts from an institution where the language of instruction is not English may meet English language proficiency requirements with one of the following proofs of language proficiency.