This course provides students with an introduction to the Health Care Assistant Program and assists students to understand the expectations and requirements of the program based on the polices and procedures of the Department of Continuing Care, School of Health Sciences and the BC Care Aide and Community Health Worker Registry. Students will receive information regarding the program delivery schedule, practice education experiences and online learning platform. Students will also receive guidance regarding the completion of their practice education requirements and the various student services available at VCC.
Prerequisites
Course type
This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.
- Program Structure and Overview Student and College Services Department and College Policies Practice Education Requirements
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40668 |
January 4, 2027 to January 7, 2027 |
Lecture Lab |
VCC Broadway Building B | See full schedule | |
| 42555 |
January 4, 2027 to January 14, 2027 |
Lecture | VCC Broadway Building B | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
How to take this course
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Contact us
If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].
† 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.