About the course

The Health Care Assistant (HCA) certificate at CapU is accelerated career training that allows students to complete the program in 7 months.

　　The HCA program at CapU combines theory courses, lab skills and clinical practicums in real-world health care settings.

　　In the program, you'll learn how to provide personal care to clients and residents in complex care, specialized dementia care, selected acute care settings and in the community.

　　You'll develop the knowledge and skills to work with patients who have specialized needs, with training in personal care nursing, common health challenges, and cognitive and mental health challenges.

　　Classes are taught by experienced Registered or Licensed Practical Nurses who share stories about their experiences in a variety of health care settings, including acute care, long-term care and home support.

　　Upon graduation, you'll be ready to get working in a secure and growing field with potential to advance.

　　Learning outcomes

　　Provide person-centred care and assistance that recognizes and respects the uniqueness of each individual resident or client.

　　Use an informed problem-solving approach to provide care and assistance that promotes the physical, psychological, social, cognitive and spiritual well-being of clients/residents and families.

　　Provide safe, competent and organized care and assistance for clients/residents experiencing complex physical, cognitive and/or mental health challenges.

　　Communicate clearly, accurately and sensitively with clients/residents and other members of the healthcare team to contribute to the achievement of goals and effective working relationships.

　　Perform the care provider role in a reflective, responsible, accountable and professional manner recognizing and responding to own self-development, learning and health enhancement needs. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 8 Month(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	North Vancouver
Fall (September), 2024	North Vancouver
Spring (January), 2025	North Vancouver
Fall (September), 2025	North Vancouver
Spring (January), 2026	North Vancouver
Fall (September), 2026	North Vancouver
Spring (January), 2027	North Vancouver

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Capilano University

Basic requirements

　　High school graduation or

　　Be a minimum of 18 years of age with a minimum of Grade 10 English

　　Program-specific requirements

　　Applicants must meet the English Language Competency requirements as specified by the BC Care Aide and Community Health Worker Registry

　　Applicants may be required to attend an interview

　　Covering letter

　　Resume

　　3 written reference letters

　　Criminal record check

　　TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language): 83 (internet-based score), 560 (paper-based score).

　　Academic IELTS (International English Language Testing System): 6.5 overall and no one scores less than 6.

　　International Baccalaureate students are eligible for admission on the basis of successful completion of the IB Diploma.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 83.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Capilano University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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