Course description
Diploma in Health Care Assistant.
Program ID: 947
The Health Care Assistant program provides the specialized training needed to work as an intermediate or extended caregiver working with elderly or disabled patients._x000D_ The program teaches students the fundamental medical knowledge they will need to succeed in this industry, including medical terminology, physiology, chronic conditions. Students learn to monitor patient health, keep patient records, and create a support network for a special needs patient and his or her family._x000D_Students in this program complete two clinical care supervised practicum placements in order to put their skills into practice. Graduates receive several certifications in addition to the Health Care Assistant Diploma, including certifications in Assisting with Medications in Assisted Living, Violence Prevention for Provincial Health Workers, FOODSAFE Level 1, CPR “C” and AED, Mental Health First Aid Basic, WHMIS, and more.
Great Career Training in the Heart of Kelowna!
The dedicated team at Vancouver Career College`s Kelowna campus will strive to help you achieve your academic and career goals.
There is no shortage of activities to undertake when class is out, with the beach and several city parks just blocks away from our Kelowna community campus. Here, you will be able to easily maintain your school-life balance.
