This practical course provides students with an opportunity to apply knowledge and skills from all other courses in the Health Care Assistant program with individuals and families in a community setting. Opportunity will be provided for students to become more familiar with the role of the Health Care Assistant within a Home Support Agency, Assisted Living facility or a Group Home, and gain abilities that will prepare graduates for employment in these settings. It is important that students understand the philosophy of community care settings and its emphasis on client choice and independence.
Prerequisites
HRCA 1294.
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.
- 1. Performance of skills 2. Medical asepsis 3. Body mechanics 4. Safety 5. Organization 6. Communication 7. Responsibility 8. Professional behavior
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70183 |
December 7, 2026 to December 18, 2026 |
Practicum | Off Site | 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.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40657 |
April 12, 2027 to April 23, 2027 |
Practicum | Off Site | 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.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60167 |
August 9, 2027 to August 20, 2027 |
Practicum | Off Site | 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.