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The AU Faculty of Health Disciplines

Transforming lives through education and advocacy

Advance your career with our innovative and practical online programs and courses. Join learners from across the country from diverse health sectors and care settings.

Message from the dean

Welcome to the Faculty of Health Disciplines at Athabasca University. As part of Canada's Online University, the Faculty of Health Disciplines offers a vast range of online programs and courses to meet your needs, your lifestyle, and your schedule.

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Courses

Our online courses give you the flexibility to further your studies from wherever you happen to be.

Due to the specialized nature of our programs, the number of courses you can take as a non-program student may be limited. However, you can apply courses taken as a non-program student toward program requirements. Please check the program you are interested in for further information.

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Professional development

We offer non-credit courses for health care professionals looking to advance their careers. Take these online courses anytime, anywhere.

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What it's like to study in the Faculty of Health Disciplines

Your professional background and experiences will shape your Faculty of Health Disciplines education. You will apply what you have learned in so far in your career to your assignments, giving them a practical aspect. The hands-on practicums in many of our programs provide additional opportunities for applied learning.

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