Common Health Challenges 1

Course code HRCA 1182

Credit 3.0

Length 60.0 hours

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This course introduces students to the normal structure and function of the human body and normal bodily changes associated with aging. Students will explore common challenges to health and healing in relation to body systems. Students will also be encouraged to explore person-centred practice as it relates to the common challenges to health.

Prerequisites

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What you will learn

  • Medical terminology.
  • Structure and function of the human body.
  • Challenges to health and healing.

How to register

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

Course schedules

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CRN# Duration Delivery Location
60786 May 12, 2026
to July 23, 2026
Lecture VCC Broadway Building B See full schedule

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Contact us

If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.

† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples, and we acknowledge our privilege to be here.