For full details about this program, please attend a FREE INFORMATION SESSION. Click here to check for upcoming information sessions.
Join the community of committed Health Care professionals who provide care to those in need. This 29 week, full time program, will provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to be employed as front-line care providers in care facilities or home-care settings. The course includes classroom theory, clinical instruction as well as supervised practicums in a variety of care facilities. Instruction is provided by qualified health professionals with extensive experience in the field of health care, both in clinical practice and teaching.
The program delivered by Burnaby Community & Continuing Education (Burnaby School District) is recognized by the BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker Registry. The program uses approved HCA Provincial Curriculum 2015. Graduates of our program are eligible for registration with the BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker Registry. The Burnaby School District’s Health Care Assistant program has affiliation agreements in place with several Health Authorities in BC; this enables our school to request practicum placements in a variety of health care settings.
Students are responsible for purchasing their own uniforms and shoes; requirements and costs will be discussed in class. Students must provide their own transportation to practicum sites.
The program includes the following courses:
- Introduction to Practice
- Health and Healing – Concepts for Practice
- Caring for Individuals Experiencing Common Health Challenges
- Caring for Individuals Experiencing Cognitive or Mental Challenges
- Interpersonal Communications
- Lifestyle and Choices
- Personal Care and Assistance
- Standard First Aid with CPR-HCP
- WHMIS training
- Practicum 1 (Multi-Level Care)
- Practicum 2 (Community-Assisted Living / Home Support / Group Homes)
- Job Search
Interested applications should attend a free information session to discuss the application process and ensure they meet all the admission requirements.
- Complete and submit the HCA program application form
- Complete a short interview
- Proof of completion of Grade 10 (any country) or mature student status
- Proof of English language proficiency
– Native speakers of English: English 10 or equivalent
– Non-native speakers of English: standardized English language proficiency test score (TOEFL/IELTS/CLB/CELPIP/CAEL) - International students must provide proof they have a study permit valid for the duration of the course
Prerequisites for field trips and practicum
- Signed medical certificate or note from a doctor indicating physical fitness and emotional stability
- Proof of current immunization for Hepatitis B
- Proof of current immunization for flu (seasonal)
- Proof of negative TB test or proof from TB Control that the applicant does not have active TB
- Current criminal record check from the Ministry of Justice (within 6 months of practicum)
- FoodSafe 1 Certificate (Burnaby Community & Continuing Education offers this as a Saturday course)
- Successful completion of all courses and practicums
- Minimum 70% final mark for assignments and tests
Students who successfully complete the program are eligible for registration with the BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker Registry.
Graduates will be qualified to work in long term care facilities (complex care, special care, mental health), acute care facilities, community home support and in assisted living areas.
| Course ID | Course dates / times | Course location | Cost | How to register |
| 1701-1 | September 25, 2017 to May 5, 2018 Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri 9:00 am to 3:30 pm 135 sessions |
Canada Way Education Centre 5310 Woodworth Street Map |
$4975 | Registration in person only; see below for office locations. |
Fee payments originally made by credit card are credited back to the same card; for expired or invalid credit cards, refunds are made by cheque. Fee payments originally made by cash or cheque are made by cheque. Please allow 3 weeks for processing.