Digital Health Engineering Technology (Fast-Track)

How To Apply

The Digital Health Engineering Technology Fast-Track program accelerates your entry into one of the fastest-growing areas of technology: digital health. Over four intensive semesters, you will develop the software engineering, analytics, and AI capabilities needed to design and build modern healthcare technologies that improve patient care, clinical workflows, remote health services, interoperability, and data-driven decision making.

As healthcare systems increasingly adopt artificial intelligence, intelligent automation, and connected digital platforms, organizations need professionals who can bridge technology and healthcare. This program prepares you to work with AI-assisted development tools, coding agents, cloud technologies, and modern software engineering practices to create secure, reliable, and innovative digital health solutions.

You will gain practical experience with industry-relevant technologies, including C#, Java, Python, Kotlin, TypeScript, .NET, SQL Server, Oracle, SAS, Unix/Linux, HTML5/CSS/JavaScript/React, mobile development, and cloud environments used throughout today's healthcare sector.

Your studies explore key areas of digital health, including healthcare information systems, telehealth solutions, user-centered interface design, privacy and security (PHIPA/HIPAA), clinical workflow analysis, predictive analytics, machine learning, generative AI, and business intelligence. You will also develop expertise in FHIR, HL7, and DICOM interoperability standards that support the secure and efficient exchange of health information across healthcare ecosystems.

Fast-Track learners complete two industry-focused capstone projects where teams design and develop digital health applications that integrate software engineering, analytics, cloud platforms, interoperability standards, and AI-enabled technologies. These projects simulate real-world challenges faced by healthcare providers, telehealth organizations, public health agencies, and emerging digital health companies.

Graduates of the Fast-Track program will be prepared to:

Design, build, test, deploy, and maintain healthcare software and digital health applications
Analyze and model health data using SAS, SQL, business intelligence tools, and machine learning techniques
Apply FHIR, HL7, and DICOM standards to support interoperability across clinical systems
Create secure, user-centered interfaces for clinical and administrative environments
Develop dashboards, mobile applications, predictive models, intelligent automation solutions, and cloud-based healthcare systems
Collaborate effectively with AI-assisted development tools and multidisciplinary healthcare teams
Contribute to hospitals, clinics, health agencies, public health organizations, telehealth providers, and digital health companies

This Fast-Track option provides a focused, advanced pathway into the digital health sector, blending software engineering, analytics, interoperability, cloud computing, and AI-assisted software engineering to prepare you for a dynamic and impactful career in connected healthcare systems.

Please note: The co-op option is available for fast-track students with four semesters plus two work terms (program #3538). The fast-track program may also be available in a fully online version (program #3678) and an online co-op version (program #3638).

Program Overview

Graduates of the Fast-Track program will be prepared to:

Design, build, test, deploy, and maintain healthcare software and digital health applications
Analyze and model health data using SAS, SQL, business intelligence tools, and machine learning techniques
Apply FHIR, HL7, and DICOM standards to support interoperability across clinical systems
Create secure, user-centered interfaces for clinical and administrative environments
Develop dashboards, mobile applications, predictive models, intelligent automation solutions, and cloud-based healthcare systems
Collaborate effectively with AI-assisted development tools and multidisciplinary healthcare teams
Contribute to hospitals, clinics, health agencies, public health organizations, telehealth providers, and digital health companies

Courses

Semester 1

Semester 2

Semester 3

Semester 4

Career Options and Education Pathways

Program Highlights

Digital Health Engineering Technology courses are delivered using leading-edge technology geared to industry standards.
You learn from knowledgeable and approachable School of Engineering Technology and Applied Science faculty members who have diverse business experience and academic credentials.
Graduates from the program may apply for certified membership to either the Canadian Information Processing Society (CIPS) or their provincial engineering technology association.

Career Outlook

Software developer
Web developer
Database developer
Mobile applications developer
Health care information systems analyst
Systems implementation specialist
Business analyst

Education Pathways

Graduates of this Digital Health Engineering Technology (Fast-track; online) advanced diploma program have the opportunity to apply learning achieved at Centennial for credits toward further study at the degree level. Listed below are institutions offering pathways for this program.

Please note that each receiving institution has minimum admission requirements in order to qualify for transfer credits, which are assessed by the receiving institution.

Region	Institution
Toronto GTA	Seneca Polytechnic
	Toronto Metropolitan University
	York University
Ontario	Algoma University
	Conestoga College
	Lakehead University
	Nipissing University
	Ontario Tech University
	Waterloo, University of
	Windsor, University of

For more detailed pathways information, visit our website at //centennial.adv-pub.moveonca.com/outgoing-home/.
Use the following Education Pathways Checklist as a guide as you explore your options.

For pathways to other Ontario post-secondary institutions, please visit ONTransfer.

Recognitions

OACETT

The Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT) recognizes the Software Engineering Technology program as meeting all the academic requirements for certification in the Technologist category.

OACETT The Technology Professionals In Ontario logo
Watch OACETT Video

Accreditation

CIPS

This program has met the national educational standards of Canada’s engineering technology and applied science profession, as such, has received national program accreditation by Canada's Association of Information (IT) Technology Professionals (CIPS).

CIPS Official Logo

TAC

National Accredited Program logo

Please note: The qualification requirements and costs for each external accreditation, designation, certification or recognition are set by the granting body — not by Centennial College. In order to qualify for any external accreditations, designations, certifications or recognition, students and graduates will need to follow the processes and meet the applicable requirements listed on the websites and in the materials of those external bodies.

Areas of Employment

IT departments in hospitals
Medical software companies
Research
Educational
Health informatics clinics

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

College diploma or university degree in computer science, information technology, software engineering, or a related discipline
We will consider applicants with a combination of partial diploma or degree and relevant work experience.

Additional Requirements

Transcript and resume review
Centennial English Admission Test
English language proficiency

Co-op Option

The co-op option in this program will provide you with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience while you complete two co-op work term as an employee in the field. This experience not only allows you to put classroom learning into practice, but will also provide valuable contacts for your future career.

To participate in this co-op option, you will need to complete an application process in semester 1. If academically qualified, you may be admitted to the co-op program. Academically qualified students who are accepted into the program will register for the co-op preparation course as scheduled.

Co-op Requirements

Minimum of 80% of courses completed from semester one
Completion of COMM160/161 by the end of semester 1 with a C grade (60%) or higher
A cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher (this must be maintained for the duration of the program)
Students must be legally eligible to work in Canada
Students who meet the above prerequisites will submit their application for co-op to the Career Services & Cooperative Education Department in semester 1

Note: Meeting the minimum co-op program requirements does not guarantee admission into the co-op program.

Co-op Model Route

Fall Semester Intake
Fall	Semester 1
Winter	Semester 2
Summer	Co-op Work Term 1
Fall	Co-op Work Term 2
Winter	Semester 3
Summer	Break
Fall	Semester 4

Winter Semester Intake
Winter	Semester 1
Summer	Semester 2
Fall	Co-op Work Term 1
Winter	Semester 3
Summer	Co-op Work Term 2
Fall	Semester 4

Learn more about co-op programs.

How to Apply

1. Apply Online

Domestic Students

If you are applying through the Better Jobs Ontario Program, please work with an Employment Ontario service provider. For more information go to Better Jobs Ontario Program.

If you have previously attended a full-time program at Centennial College, you may be eligible for a Program Transfer. Visit Enrolment Services at any Campus for information.

All other applicants must apply online at Ontariocolleges.ca. A non-refundable application fee must accompany applications. The fee is payable online, by telephone, online banking, by mail, or in-person to Ontariocolleges.ca. For more information go to Ontariocolleges.ca Application Fees.

International Students

Apply directly to Centennial College here.

2. Submit Documents

Domestic Applicants

Current Ontario high school students and graduates from Ontario high schools: Notify your guidance counsellor that you have applied to college and your school will forward transcripts to Centennial College via Ontariocolleges.ca.

Graduates of college/university, or high school outside Ontario but within Canada: You are responsible for requesting that your educational institute sends any required documents and transcripts to Ontariocolleges.ca.

International Applicants

Please refer to the International Education Application Guide.

3. Confirm Your Offer of Admission

Offers of Admission are sent by mail to eligible applicants. When you receive your offer, you must login to your account at Ontariocolleges.ca and confirm before the Deadline to Confirm noted in your offer letter.

You may confirm only one college and one program offer at a time.

You must confirm your offer by the Deadline to Confirm noted in your Offer of Admission letter or your seat may be given to another applicant.

When you confirm your Offer of Admission at Centennial College you are given access to your personal myCentennial account where you can check your email, grades, register for courses, pay tuition fees, and see your class timetable.

4. Pay Fees

Centennial fees statements are sent by email to your personal email account and to your myCentennial email account. Fees statements are not mailed.

You must make a minimum payment by the Fees Deadline noted in your Fees Statement or your seat may be given to another applicant.

5. Build Your Timetable (Register for Courses)

Build your timetable (web-register for courses) at my.centennialcollege.ca.

Your web-registration will not open if:

You have not submitted your minimum fee payment by the deadline
You received a Conditional Offer of Admission and you have not met the conditions of your offer.

Once you have paid your fees or have made appropriate arrangements, register for your courses online through myCentennial.

Tuition and Fees

Fees noted below are estimates only. Tuition is based on two semesters, beginning Fall 2025.

Student	Tuition (2 Semesters)	Ancillary Fees	Total
Canadian	$2,721.00	$1,383.33	$4,104.33
International	$18,254.00	$1,881.28	$20,135.28

Technology Requirements

This program is part of the BringIT initiative, which mean students taking it will need to be able to consistently access and use a mobile computing device that meets or exceeds the program’s recommended hardware requirements.

Students with Accessibility Needs: If you require accommodations for a documented disability, please consider your adaptive technology needs when you select a device for your program. If you want to access disability services, you can make an appointment with theCentre for Accessible Learning and Counselling Services, by calling 437-568-4799, or by email at calcs@centennialcollege.ca

Want to know more? Check out Frequently Asked Questions for our BringIT Program.

Students from this program will need to have consistent access to the following:

Minimum Recommended Specifications:

Windows Laptop with:
- Intel Core i7 Processor (6 generation or later) or AMD equivalent processor;
- 512GB SSD Drive;
- USB + HDMI Ports;
- 13 in Screen, FHD resolution;
- Windows 10 Edition OS, X64-based
Recommended:
- Built-in Ethernet Port; Audio/Mic combo;
- A Solid State Drive (SSD);
- 15 inch Touch Screen;
- A laptop with a battery life of 3hrs or better

Please note: MacBooks and Chromebooks are NOT acceptable alternatives. Some subjects may require additional devices such as an external hard drive. In addition to the computer specifications listed above, internet access, a web-cam, microphone and speakers are needed.

Minimum Internet Requirement:

You will need regular access to a computer with an internet connection. High-speed broadband access (LAN, Cable or DSL) with minimum 50mbps download speed is highly recommended.

ClassAPPs 2.0

Students are invited to use Centennial College’s ClassAPPs 2.0, an all-in-one system that lets you use all of the digital tools you need to complete your college courses from the comfort of your own home, at any time, instead of finding the time to head for a computer lab. Any student can use the ClassAPPs 2.0 system with any modern, HTML5 enabled web browser, like Chrome, Edge or Firefox. Just log in to the service with the same ID and password you use to get into a College PC, and you instantly gain access to cloud-based software, and other learning resources.

Program Vocational Learning Outcomes

Program Vocational Learning Outcomes describe what graduates of the program have demonstrated they can do with the knowledge and skills they have achieved during their studies. The outcomes are closely tied to the needs of the workplace. Through assessment (e.g., assignments and tests), students verify their ability to reliably perform these outcomes before graduating.

Analyze and define the specifications of a health information system based on user requirements.
Design, implement, test and document health information systems based on specifications and software engineering methodologies.
Develop architectures and provide examples of information systems to support patients, the public, and policy makers and managers of health care services.
Assess software quality and, where necessary, improve software performance through the application of appropriate testing, verification, and evaluation procedures.
Design, model, implement, and maintain a database and electronic health records.
Support the development and maintenance of health information systems through the application of networking concepts.
Analyze, design, and implement integrated solutions that ensure security and privacy issues are addressed.
Use tools for decision support and their application to patient management, acquisition, representation and engineering of medical knowledge.
Work effectively as a member of a health informatics team on the design, implementation and testing of a health information system where no one person has complete knowledge of the entire system.
Interpret, create, and present health and medical coding systems and other information effectively and accurately.
Contribute to the successful completion of the project applying the project management principles in use.

Advising

https://www.centennialcollege.ca/student-life/student-services/centennial-advising-and-pathways-services/