Certificate in Health Care Aide

NorQuest College - Wetaskiwin Campus

UG Certificate / Diploma

Canada,Alberta

8 Months

Duration

CAD 18,556/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 155

Application Fee

Jan 2024

Apply Date

Canada, Alberta

Type: College

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1965

Total Students: 15,850 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

5502 49 Avenue, Wetaskiwin, AB T9A 3T3, Canada

Certificate in Health Care Aide

Program Overview

NorQuest’s Health Care Aide program is among the largest in Canada and prepares you to be part of a health-care team in a variety of different settings, providing frontline care to clients in need of assistance.

Student Success
Students are more likely to be successful in this program if they:

  • Are physically and emotionally able to manage workplace demands
  • Have access to a vehicle to travel to complete their practicum
  • Have access to a computer and basic computer skills
  • Applicants should review the job requirements listed below and assess your ability to fulfill the demands of the health care aide occupation.

As a health care aide, you must be able to:

  • Work day, evening, and night shifts any day of the week
  • Be on your feet for extended periods of time
  • Bend, squat and lift up to 40 pounds to move clients who have minimal body strength
  • Function effectively in stressful situations
  • Perform all skills independently

The Health Care Aide Workplace Education option is offered throughout Alberta in partnership with health-care employers. Consult your employer if you are interested in this program option.

Practicum/Work Experience
This program includes four practicums totalling 800 hours.

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