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A Beginner’s Guide to Canadian Healthcare System , “Canadian Healthcare System Basics — Structure, Regulations, Digital Health, and Career Pathways for Newcomers.
Course Description
Understanding the Canadian healthcare system can feel overwhelming—especially for newcomers, internationally trained professionals, or anyone planning to start a healthcare career in Canada. This course provides a high-level, clear, structured, and beginner-friendly introduction to how healthcare works across Canada’s provinces and territories.
In this course, you will learn the history and evolution of Canadian healthcare, how public funding operates, and the differences between federal and provincial responsibilities. You’ll also gain clarity on healthcare delivery models, including hospitals, primary care, community care, and privately funded services such as dental, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and massage therapy.
We will explore key regulations, professional licensing bodies, and credential recognition pathways such as NNAS and provincial colleges—essential knowledge for anyone who wishes to work legally and confidently within the system. You will also be introduced to Canada’s growing digital health landscape, including EHR systems, virtual care, and the role of Canada Health Infoway.
Finally, this course provides practical guidance on entering the healthcare workforce as a newcomer: bridging programs, volunteer opportunities, networking, professional integration strategies, and resources like HealthForceOntario.
Whether you are a student, an internationally educated professional, or simply curious about Canadian healthcare, this course gives you the foundation you need to navigate the system with confidence. No prior experience is required—just curiosity and the desire to build a meaningful career in healthcare.
Who this course is for:
- This course is designed for internationally trained clinicians, allied health professionals, healthcare administrators, students entering health programs, and newcomers interested in gaining foundational knowledge or a high-level understanding of Canada’s healthcare landscape. It is also valuable for professionals transitioning into Canadian hospitals, public health, primary care, or digital health roles.
