HLTH 1115: Rick Hansen Foundation Accessibility Certification™ (RHFAC) Training
Effective date
March 2020
School
Continuing Studies
Description
One in five Canadians has a disability and with our aging population, the need for increased accessibility in our communities continues to grow. Be at the forefront of Canada’s growing accessibility movement with Rick Hansen Foundation Accessibility Certification™ (RHFAC) Training. Using a comprehensive national rating system, RHFAC measures meaningful accessibility from the perspective of those with mobility, vision and hearing disabilities, and promotes increased access through the adoption of Universal Design principles.
This course teaches individuals how to use the RHFAC methodology to rate buildings on their level of meaningful access. Upon successful completion and passing the subsequent RHFAC Professional exam, individuals will obtain their RHFAC Professional designation, qualifying them to conduct RHFAC ratings.
For more information, visit http://www.rickhansen.com/become-accessible.
Year of study
Continuing Professional Development
Prerequisites
• A diploma of technology in architecture, engineering, urban planning, interior design or a related program; or
• A Journeyman Certificate of Qualification in a designated trade related to building construction; or
• You are an engineer or are eligible for registration as an engineer; or
• You are an architect or are eligible for registration as an architect; or
• A minimum of five years’ experience related to accessibility in the built environment
Participants should possess a high level of proficiency with computer systems and programs, including MS Excel, as well as solid written and verbal communication skills.
After you have registered, please send your documents to health@vcc.ca. Students who do not provide proof of meeting the course pre-requisites will have their course registration canceled.
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Explain the impact of the social and physical environment on people with disabilities
- Integrate Universal Design principles and standards when planning and executing a rating
- Interpret and navigate a set of construction drawings for a pre-construction rating
- Understand the rating and certification process
- Understand how to register and submit a rating to the RHFAC Registry
- Consistently apply the Rating Survey to varied types of built environments
- Understand how to write a “Key Areas of Success and Improvement” report to accompany the Rating Scorecard
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 48
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 0
Practicum, Self-Paced, Individual Learning: 0
Total Hours: 48
Grading System
Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
Passing grade
S based on 80% classroom attendance and successful completion of the course assignment (case study)
Course topics
- Disability Awareness
RHF Accessibility Certification Basics
Legal Framework and Compliance
Universal Design
Construction Documents and Projects
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/.
- To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.