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Allied Health Sciences FAQ

See frequently asked questions about our Allied Health Sciences programs.

General Questions

Is there any advantage to applying prior to March 1? Will I have a better chance for admission?

Admission decisions are based first on the Program Readiness Video Scores. If there are applicants who achieve identical scores, the date of application may be used.

Where can I find more details about the Program Readiness Video requirement?

Video specifications and instructions are listed on our website.

I completed courses through RRC Polytech. Do I need to submit an official RRC Polytech transcript as part of my application?

The Admissions Officer will have access to your RRC Polytech transcript. However, you may include an unofficial version from HUB with your admission documents.

Do I need to submit a Criminal Record Check and Child and Adult Abuse Registry as part of my application?

You are required to sign and submit the Applicant Declaration for Check Documents Form as part of the application process.

Do not submit record checks at this time. These are Progression Requirements and will be required once you are accepted into an AHS program.

When do I need to submit my Immunization Records?

You are not required to submit immunization records as part of the application process. This is also a Progression Requirement and will be arranged once you are accepted into an AHS program.

Diagnostic Medical Sonography – Ultrasound

My Winter term university courses are complete, but my transcript will not be completed before the March 1 deadline. Am I still eligible to apply?

Yes. Applicants have 15 days from their date of application to submit all admission documents.

If you apply between January 1 and March 1, you will have until May 15 to submit official final transcripts for any Winter term courses.

If your institution cannot provide your post-secondary transcript by May 15, you may email the Admissions Officer to request a short extension. All other admission documents must be submitted within the 15-day timeframe.

How do I know if a course meets a Science requirement?

As long as the institution you are attending (or attended) considers a course to meet a Science requirement, RRC Polytech will accept it as meeting the Science requirement.

I completed Human Anatomy and Physiology and Medical Terminology more than five years ago. Can I request Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), or can I complete a challenge exam to meet this requirement?

Applicants cannot meet admission requirements through RPL or a challenge exam.

If you completed Human Anatomy and Physiology or Medical Terminology more than five years before your application date, you must retake these courses before applying to the program.

Is it possible to complete the academic admission requirements through RRC Polytech?

If you are a previous or current RRC Polytech student, you may already meet some of the 27 required credits for application.

It is also possible to complete the 27 required credits through RRC Polytech’s School of Continuing Education.

For more information, fill out our online intake form and an academic advisor will contact you within three business days. Advisors are available Monday to Friday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Do transcripts still need to be submitted in a sealed envelope directly from the post-secondary institution?

RRC Polytech will accept transcripts sent directly from the institution, either by mail, digital delivery (documents@rrc.ca), or through MyCreds.

Transcripts must be official and issued within six months of your application date. Unofficial transcripts, web transcripts, and grade reports will not be accepted.

It states on the website that post-secondary transcripts must have been issued within six months prior to your application date. What does this mean?

You must submit transcripts from all post-secondary institutions you have attended. Transcripts must be current—you cannot submit a transcript that has been in your possession for more than six months.

I completed some or all my education outside of Canada. When will I submit my international high school and/or post-secondary documents?

Any education completed outside of Canada requires an International Credential Assessment. You will receive an email request to submit your international documents after submitting all other admission documents. See RRC Polytech’s fees for the cost of a credential assessment.

Which first aid course should I complete?

You need the 16-hour First Aid course. To confirm which 16-hour course you need to complete for these programs, see this list.

Important: Emergency First Aid is not acceptable for any Allied Health Sciences program.

Medical Radiologic Technology, Medical Laboratory Sciences and Paramedicine – Primary Care Paramedicine

I am currently enrolled in courses to meet the academic requirements. Am I still eligible to apply?

Yes. Applicants have 15 days from their application date to submit all admission documents. If you are currently in Grade 12 or upgrading your courses, you must submit proof of enrolment within 15 days of applying. You will then have until July 15 to provide your official final transcript showing proof of successful completion of all required courses with the minimum grades.

I am applying to more than one Allied Health Sciences program. Will my documents automatically be added to all my applications?

Applicants are responsible for uploading documents to each application. However, if your post-secondary transcript(s) are sent directly from your institution(s) to RRC Polytech, one official transcript from each institution is sufficient. RRC Polytech will then attach it to all your applications.

I am applying to more than one Allied Health Sciences program. Can I complete one Readiness Video to use for all my applications?

No. Applicants must submit a separate video for each program, with responses tailored specifically to the program in question.

Can I use post-secondary courses to meet the academic admission requirements?

Yes. Post-secondary English (ENGL or COMM), Math (MATH or CALC), Biology (BIOL), Chemistry (CHEM), and Physics (PHYS) 1000-level courses that are a minimum of three credit hours may be accepted to meet the 40S courses. Please note, the minimum grade required for a post-secondary course to meet the academic requirement is a B.

Can I use a combination of high school and post-secondary courses to meet the academic admission requirements?

Yes, as long as you meet the minimum grade requirement at each level. A minimum of 80% is required at the Grade 12 (40S) level and a minimum of a B is required at the post-secondary level.

Is it possible to complete the academic admission requirements through RRC Polytech?

It is possible to meet the academic requirements through RRC Polytech’s Adult Learning Centre or School of Continuing Education.

For more information, fill out our online intake form and an academic advisor will contact you within three business days. Advisors are available Monday to Friday, from 9am to 4pm.

How do I submit my transcripts for my application?

High School Transcripts: May be uploaded to your Future Student Account or emailed to documents@rrc.ca. They must be official and include a school signature and seal.

Post-Secondary Transcripts: Must be sent directly from the institution, either by mail, digital delivery (documents@rrc.ca), or through MyCreds. Transcripts must be official and issued within six months of your application date. Unofficial or web transcripts will not be accepted.

I completed some or all my education outside of Canada. When will I submit my international high school and/or post-secondary documents?

Any education completed outside of Canada requires an International Credential Assessment. You will receive an email request to submit your international documents after submitting all other admission documents (including your English Language Assessment or DRP, if applicable). See RRC Polytech’s fees for the cost of a credential assessment.

I completed my DRP assessment for the Medical Laboratory Sciences program through RRC Polytech. Do I need to submit proof of meeting this requirement?

Yes. You will receive an email from Assessment Services with your results. Upload this email to the appropriate supplemental item in your Future Student Account.

Which first aid course should I complete?

16-hour First Aid course required for:

  • Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography – Echocardiography
  • Diagnostic Medical Sonography – Ultrasound
  • Medical Laboratory Sciences
  • Medical Radiologic Technology

To confirm which 16-hour course to complete, see this list.

4-hour Basic Life Support – Provider (BLS Provider) required for:

  • Paramedicine – Primary Care Paramedicine

To confirm which BLS Provider course to complete, see this list.

Important: Emergency First Aid is not acceptable for any Allied Health Sciences program.

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