On the page On this page Overview Admissions Courses Careers Related Programs Contact On this page Overview Admissions Courses Careers Related Programs Contact School of Health Tend to Your Future as a Caregiver As a Health Care Aide (HCA), you can use your compassionate nature to support clients with medical conditions or major functional limitations. Learn how to develop care strategies and provide person-centred care to clients who require physical and emotional support.HCA's play a vital role in the workforce, providing basic health services and support with daily living activities for patients. During a clinical placement under the direction of a regulated health professional, students will experience an HCA's role in a practical setting. Apply Get the Green Light for Admission To be considered for admission, you must meet specific criteria, including English language proficiency and the following courses or equivalents: English 20-1 or 20-2 with a minimum score of 60% achieved or Canadian jurisdiction equivalent;OR English 30-1 or 30-2 with a minimum of 55% or Canadian jurisdiction equivalent, such as a Canadian High School Equivalency Diploma, General Educational Development (GED), or Canadian Adult Education Credential (CAEC). Deemed equivalent by completion of Next-Generation ACCUPLACER (assessment placement test) reading and writing tests, with a minimum score of 237 in each category. The math test is not required. Full Admission Requirements Take a Peek at What’s Instore Get a taste for learning and review a few of the required courses. HCA Role & Responsibility HC1010 During this course, you will focus on the role and responsibilities of a health care aide working in a variety of employment settings. The focus of this course is to share information that will result in safe, ethical, and respectful care based on the needs of the client. Care that meets these standards is known as person-centred care. To meet the goal of person-centred care, the health care aide must be familiar with the provincial legislation that guides safe, ethical, and personalized care. In addition, knowledge of how to work as part of the health-care team is essential, as is the ability to follow your employer’s policy and procedures and your job description. The HCA is responsible for identifying, managing, and preventing potential environmental hazards in facilities and community-based settings and focusing on the client’s safety as well as your own safety in different settings. All Course Information Human Body, Health, and Chronic Illness HC1020 In this course, you will study the systems that make up the human body and discuss the milestones of growth and development across a lifetime. You will read about and discuss the most common of the chronic illnesses that you may encounter, and you will learn how to provide safe care based on evidence-informed practices according to the clients’ diagnoses, needs, and care plans. The information learned in this course will provide you with care strategies to support the client and the client’s family through the process of a client’s dying and death. All Course Information Providing Person-Centred Care HC1040 In this course, the learner will learn to support clients to maintain their independence and meet their care needs according to individual care plans. The learner will acquire the skills and knowledge needed to assist clients with daily grooming and hygiene and to assist clients to walk and use mobility aids and wheel chairs safely. The learner will learn several methods for carrying out client lifts and transfers, with a focus on client safety and comfort. Upon completion of the course, the learner will have an excellent baseline knowledge of standards for meeting client nutritional needs and strict guidelines in safe food handling as set out in minimum provincial expectations. All Course Information Kickstart a Career in Healthcare A health care aid certificate opens the door to a career providing care, assistance and support in continuing care facilities, hospitals, private homes, acute care hospitals, and retirement homes. Map out your career path. Our knowledgeable Advising team can help you get started and bring your goals into focus. Connect Today Programs That Work. Find your fit with career-focused education and practical connections at every step. More Programs Practical Nurse Diploma Choose a caring career path with the power to heal... Nursing Degree Pursue a rewarding career in nursing. Learn how to... Kinesiology (Science) University Transfer Exercise your curiosity about human performance, health... Load more programs Find a Program That Works. We're here to help you land a healthy career. Email Us
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