Health Care Assistant
The Health Care Assistant (HCA), also referred to as the Resident Care Attendant (RCA) program, prepares students to work in both healthcare facilities and community agencies. Health Care Assistant’s promote and maintain the health, safety, independence, comfort and well-being of individuals and families. They may take on the roles of Community Health Worker and/or Resident Care Attendant (RCA). In these roles they are important and valued members of the health care team.
An HCA / RCA provides personal care assistance and services in a caring manner that recognizes and supports the unique needs, abilities and backgrounds of clients and residents. They work as members of a health care team in a variety of settings with direction and supervision from other health professionals. The work done by HCA’s / RCA’s is based on a set of fundamental values, beliefs and ethical principles that are consistently reflected in all aspects of their work with clients, residents, families, team members and others.
The HCA Program is designed by the Ministry of Advanced Education and Labour Market Development to provide students with opportunities to develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to function effectively as front-line 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. Sprott-Shaw’s Health Care Assistant (HCA) Program will prepare you for a rewarding career in health care.
Note: CPR, First Aid, Food Safe and basic WHMIS will be completed during the program.
Career Opportunities
Community Health Worker, Resident Care Attendant (RCA), Home Support, Adult Day Care, Assisted Living, Long Term Care, Acute and Complex Care, Special Care Units
Other Programs at Sprott Shaw College - Surrey
Finance
Business / Management / Office Services
Education
Nursing
Healthcare
Health Sciences
Healthcare
Law and Legal Administration
This campus is conveniently located beside the King George SkyTrain station and is within an educational hub in the Surrey community.
At this campus, you’ll find knowledgeable and supportive instructors guiding smaller classes, which results in more attention tailored to your individual learning style. Several of our courses use the G2 system, an easy-to-access, environmentally-responsible system that allows students to learn using modern technology and e-book technology.
With more than just a classroom, this modern campus has space where students can study, eat lunch, or just relax. The newly refurbished area is also a place for campus barbeques, potlucks, and a chance for students to get to know one another.
You will be able to find the following programs at the Surrey college campus:
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Advanced Business Management
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Administrative Assistant
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Pharmacy Assistant
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Medical Office Assistant
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Early Childhood Education
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Health Care Assistant
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Practical Nursing
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And more!
Many courses use the G2 system, an easy-to-access, environmentally responsible system that will allow you to learn using modern technology. As well, many courses also use e-book technology, with textbooks also available if you prefer.
More than just a classroom, our modern Surrey college has space where students can study, eat lunch, or just relax outside on the “Café Sprott” outdoor patio. This newly refurbished area is also a place for campus barbecues and potlucks, and also a place for students to get to know one another.
* Not all programs available at all campuses
Sprott Shaw College - Surrey:3 - 13678 100th Avenue, Surrey, British Columbia V3T 0H2, Canada