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Health Care Assistant - ESL (Home Support/RCA/ESL)

The Home Care Assistant - ESL Program is designed to provide students with opportunities to develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to function effectively as frontline care-givers and respected members of the healthcare team, in community and facility settings. Under the direction and supervision of a health professional, graduates provide person-centred care aimed at promoting and maintaining the physical, emotional, cognitive, and social well-being of clients/residents.

Upon completion of the program, graduates are prepared to work in any level of continuing care, including: home support, adult day care, assisted living, and complex care (including special care units).

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Program Description

The program is divided into three levels. Each level consists of theory, laboratory practice, and clinical experience. The theory component is delivered through discussion groups, student presentations, lectures, demonstrations, and guest speakers. Students apply the theory component in the laboratory and clinical settings.
Level One (16 weeks) is taught primarily in the classroom, laboratory, and intermediate care clinical, and provides a basic framework for the caregiving practice. The concept of caring is the focus. Students are introduced to the continuing care setting in this level. Clinical practice in a multi-level or complex care setting is provided.
Level Two (15 weeks) builds on the basic knowledge and skills developed in Level One. Focus is on special areas of care such as the person with dementia, and home management. Clinical practice in a multi-level or complex care setting, including a special care unit, is provided.
Level Three (9 weeks) consists primarily of clinical experience in a complex care facility and in home settings.
Note: Students who wish to insert into this program must do so within one year of their previous registration. Students who wish to enrol after a one year period, must take the entire program.

Start Length Credential Campus Part or Full‑time February, August 10 months Certificate Broadway Full-time

Career Prospects

Graduates may seek the same employment opportunities as those who graduate from the regular Health Care Assistant Program.

Information about graduate outcomes

Admission Requirements

General

VCC welcomes applications from Canadian citizens, permanent residents and international students.

Exceptions
International students

As Vancouver Community College is a post-secondary institution committed to educating adult learners, applicants should be 18 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school.

Please note that you must submit official transcripts and educational documents to support your application; unfortunately, we cannot accept photocopies or fax versions.

Program Specific

1) Grade 10 graduation or equivalent

2) Proof of completion of VCC Upper Intermediate English or equivalent which includes a Canadian Language Benchmark of Listening 6, Speaking 5, Reading 6, and Writing 5

Upon Acceptance:
3) Proof of a negative TB skin test or chest xray. For further information about Health requirements click here

4) Criminal Record Search Each applicant is responsible for any costs incurred. Applicants who have drug-related charges should consult with the Registrar's Office prior to applying to the program. The CRS must be received by the Registrar's Office prior to the first day of class.

Seats are offered to applicants who have met all admission requirements, on a first-qualified, first-served basis

Recommended characteristics

- Ability to work under direction and to act with initiative as a member of the health care team

- A genuine concern for the well being of others

- Patience and perseverance

- Flexibility, trustworthiness, and dependability

- Maturity

- Ability to communicate effectively in both written and spoken English

- High standard of personal hygiene and grooming

- Ability to use problem-solving approach

- Physical stamina

- No sensitivity or allergy to latex

- Ability to work in environments where standards may be different from one's own

Program Status

Accepting applications (approximate 1 year waitlist)

Apply to this Program

The first step, apply early. Students who have officially applied and met all admission requirements are sent a letter of acceptance approximately four to five months in advance of the next available start date. A first payment is required to reserve a space in the program.

Online     Fax     In Person If you're ready and know the program you want, apply now. Download and complete the (PDF) application form and fax to 604.871.7458. Visit us at one of our campus locations.

After you apply, you can check your to see if all of the requirements have been met or to update contact information. Please use the temporary login ID and Personal Identification Number (PIN) that you used to complete your original online application.

Fees and Other Costs

Application Fee Tuition Fee $30.00 $3,050

International Tuition Fees

Application Fee Tuition Fee Ancillary Fee $125.00 $13,322 $380

Other Costs

Cost Type Details College initiative fee $88 Student union fee $71.07 Student union health plan fee $142.15 Student union dental plan fee $135.41 Other costs Textbooks and supplies: $400

Additional Information

Health Requirements:

Updated immunizations strongly recommended: measles, mumps, rubella, polio, tetanus, diphtheria, hepatitis B vaccine and current influenza vaccination. Please review Important Health Requirements for the VCC School of Health Sciences.

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