A clean, safe and hygienic healthcare facility is a competitive advantage that directly affects its bottom line. It not only results in increased satisfaction among existing patients but also becomes a reason for free word-of-mouth publicity. Not only this, it has a direct impact on the attitude and morale of hospital employees, including doctors, nurses, and administration staff.

Healthcare facilities are prone to infection as patients with various illnesses and diseases visit, in order to seek medical assistance. Apart from this, dirty or infected linens used material, if not treated carefully and properly, can worsen the situation.

Therefore, in order to protect workers, clients and patients from environmental hazards present in healthcare settings, there is an increased need for infection control techniques and methods. It is of utmost importance to think critically and implement infection control measures regularly, to ensure the well being of hospital workers and visitors as well as to upgrade the level of patient care.

Building Careers in Healthcare Environmental Services Management

Healthcare environmental services management is a specialized field. Therefore, it requires specialized knowledge and skills to seek employment in this field. Centennial College’s healthcare management program can prepare you for careers in hospitals, nursing homes, and retirement homes as well as schools, residential buildings and commercial complexes.  

The two-year post-secondary program helps students learn to develop, implement and monitor operating systems, solve various problems, work with a diverse team and adapt to change. The emphasis is laid on developing healthcare environmental service knowledge, human relations and business skills, in order to prepare for a challenging career.

During the program tenure, students will study a wide range of subjects, including occupational health and safety, infection control, the healthcare systems, cleaning and linen methodology, role of a healthcare environmental services manager, math applications for environmental services, purchasing and materials management, management and leadership principles, human resources management, healthcare business practices, plant operations and systems management, labour relations, cost analysis, and financial management and budgeting.

The healthcare management course also lays emphasis on computer education, communication and interpersonal skills and professional practice. It incorporates classroom lectures, field trips, hands-on practical lab experience and guest speaker presentations. Students also receive opportunities to put their learning into practice in real world settings through two industry field placements.

Program Learning Outcomes

The graduates of this program demonstrate the ability to apply infection prevention and control practices in a healthcare setting and contribute to building a safe, hygienic and sanitized environment. They are capable of managing the healthcare environmental services operations and develop ongoing strategies to achieve cleanliness and safety goals in a healthcare setting.

They also have the ability to document, generate and maintain records in compliance with the established healthcare environmental protocol, regulations and regulations. They can also contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of the recruitment orientation, training, and development and retention programs for healthcare environmental services staff.

Eligibility Criteria

In order to be able to apply for this program, students will need:

  • Secondary school diploma certificate or equivalent
  • Minimum required scores in English Grade 12 C or University, or equivalent
  • Minimum required scores in Mathematics Grade 11 M or 12 C or University, or equivalent