Program Overview
ICS Canada’s online Anatomy and Physiology Certificate Program will cover major body systems, helping you learn information that is important for many health careers. If you’re considering furthering your education in the health field, this program can help you prepare for some of the most challenging portions of many anatomy and physiology diploma or degree programs. This program can also help you if you’re a medical professional seeking to reinforce the skills you need to analyze and interpret medical reports related to body systems. And if you’re an allied health professional preparing for licensure and certification exams, you’ll find this certificate can be a good refresher program.
The Anatomy and Physiology Certificate Program introduces and teaches the structure and functions of the human body, including anatomy and its various branches, chemical organization, cells, tissues, organs, and body systems. You will also learn about special topics like pregnancy and human development. And you can complete the program in just six months!
Program Goal and Outcomes
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Program Goal
The goal of the Anatomy and Physiology Certificate program is to provide students with the knowledge of the major body systems necessary in many health careers, which can aid a medical professional seeking to reinforce the skills you need to analyze and interpret medical reports or an allied health professional preparing for licensure and certification exams.
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Program Outcomes
Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate knowledge of the structure and functions of the human body, including anatomy and its various branches, chemical organization, cells, tissues, organs, and various body systems, as well as special topics like pregnancy and human development
- Recognize the importance of maintaining homeostasis in the body
- Discuss the processes involved with the senses of taste, smell, and touch
- Identify common disorders and dysfunctions that may occur within the various organ systems
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Courses
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SCI 135: Anatomy and Physiology Part 1
- Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology 1
- Chemistry of Living Things
- Cells
- Tissues
- Organs
- The Integumentary System
- The Skeletal System
- Bone Growth, Injury, and Healing
- The Muscular System
- Muscle Stimulus, Exercise, and Disorders
- The Central Nervous System
- The Peripheral and Autonomic Nervous System
- The Sensor System
- The Endocrine System
- The Hematic (Blood) System
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SCI 136: Anatomy and Physiology Part 2
- Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology 2
- The Heart as Part of the Cardiovascular System
- Cardiovascular and Lymphatic Systems
- The Immune System
- Respiration and Its Components
- Digestion and Reabsorption
- Metabolism
- Body Temperature
- Urine Formation
- Kidney Metabolism and Sexual Reproduction
- Pregnancy and Birth
- Physiology
- Exercise Physiology
- Pathopsychology and Its Types
- Genomics in Detail
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Additional Material
Textbook: Anatomy and Physiology for Health Professions: An Interactive Journey
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Computer Specifications
As you know this is an online academic program. This means you will need access to high-speed internet to begin your program. In addition, you will need access to a Microsoft® Windows® based computer running Windows 10® or later or an Apple® Mac® computer running macOS® or later, and an email account to complete your program.
Sample Lesson
To view an Anatomy and Physiology Training Program sample lesson, click here.
Anatomy and Physiology School Details
In the ICS Canada Anatomy and Physiology Certificate Training Program you’ll learn to:
- Identify basic anatomical structures and describe physiological functions
- Understand the major organ systems and their similarities
- Explain the process and mechanics of homeostasis
