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Cognitive and Mental Challenges (HRCA 1291)

This course builds on content from other courses to assist students to explore concepts and care-giving approaches that will allow them to work effectively with individuals experiencing cognitive or mental challenges. The emphasis in this course is on supporting clients with dementia, recognizing responsive behaviours and identifying person-centred intervention strategies.

This course is part of the full-time Health Care Assistant Program

Course code: HRCA 1291

Credits: 3.0

Tuition: $0^*

Length: 60.0 hours

Course outline: https://www.vcc.ca/vccphp/courseoutline?subject=HRCA&number=1291

Schedule †

HRCA 1291 schedule for programs:

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Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.

CRN #	Dates	Day/Time/Location	Instructor
44627	January 4, 2021 to February 26, 2021	See full schedule	Cunningham, Margaret
46254	January 5, 2021 to March 23, 2021	See full schedule	Randall, Daniela
61800	May 3, 2021 to June 25, 2021	See full schedule
61810	August 3, 2021 to September 3, 2021	See full schedule	Rudat, Tanya

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* Fees are approximate and subject to change. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International.

† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Cognitive and Mental Challenges (HRCA 1291)

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