Sijil Sains Kesihatan
N/0910/3/0011(MQA/PA18425)8.2030
Credit Hours
Duration of Study
Career Prospect
Health Assistant (PHA)
Patient Care Assistant (PCA)
Overview
The Certificate in Health Science is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in Health Sciences, Laboratory Science and Public Health, preparing them to explore career opportunities or pursue further studies in health and allied health-related fields.
Throughout the programme, students will gain exposure to key areas of health and life sciences, including Chemistry, Biochemistry, Human Biology, Immunology, Microbiology, Cytology, Molecular Biology, Epidemiology, Vector Control, Environmental Health, and Occupational Safety and Health (OSH).
The programme also focuses on developing essential skills in problem-solving, communication, teamwork, digital technology, laboratory calculations, data interpretation and quality control. Students will further develop ethical awareness, professionalism, leadership, responsibility and lifelong learning skills to prepare them for the demands of the healthcare and laboratory environment.
With its broad foundation in health and laboratory sciences, graduates may explore entry-level opportunities in public health, patient care and laboratory support, as well as progress to Diploma-level studies in Health Sciences, Allied Health Sciences, Medical Laboratory-related studies and other relevant fields, subject to the entry requirements of the respective institution and programme.
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Possess Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) or an equivalent qualification, including:
- A pass in Bahasa Melayu at SPM level; and
- A pass in Bahasa Inggeris at SPM level.
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Obtained the following results:
- A pass in Mathematics;
- A pass in any ONE Science subject, such as Biology, Physics, Chemistry, General Science, or Applied Science; and
- A credit in any ONE subject.
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Possess Sijil Kemahiran Malaysia (SKM) Level 2 in a related field.
OR - Possess other relevant equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government.
Note for Requirement 3:
The Higher Education Provider (HEP) shall conduct a screening process and provide
the necessary guidance specific to the discipline of the programme. Applicants must
be in good physical and mental health and must not have any physical condition that
may affect their job performance.
English Language Requirement for International Students:
International students must achieve the required grade in the Malaysian University
English Test (MUET) or any equivalent English competency test corresponding to
Low B1 in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
YEAR 1
Semester 1
- MPU1153 Pengajian Malaysia 1
- CSDP1013 Chemistry
- CMUC1013 English 1
- CIBT1013 ICT Skills
- CSDP1023 Mathematics
Semester 2
- MPU1223 Bahasa Kebangsaan
- CSDP1043 Behavioral Science
- CSDP1033 Biochemistry
- CMUC1023 English 2
- CSDP1053 Vector Control
YEAR 2
Semester 1
- MPU1193 Moral Education
- CSDP1063 Basic Immunology
- CSDP1093 Epidemiology
- CSDP1073 Introduction to Environmental Health
- CSDP1083 Introduction to Occupational Safety and Health
Semester 2
- CSDP1113 Basic Cytology
- CSDP1123 Basic Microbiology
- CSDP1133 Basics of Molecular Biology
- CSDP1103 Human Biology
*This programme does not include Industrial Training.