Health Care Assistant Certificate Capilano University

Program Description

The Health Care Assistant (HCA) program combines theory courses, lab skills and clinical practicums in real-world health care settings. Students learn to provide personal care to clients and residents in complex care, specialized dementia care, selected acute care settings and in the community.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.

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