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Diploma of Health and Human Sciences
Personal Care Attendant*
Duration: 2 semesters plus 8 week work term
Program Description
The Personal Care Attendant program utilizes the Department of Health and Community Services provincial curriculum standards for training of home support workers in community settings and personal care attendants in nursing home settings. Personal Care Attendants must provide for the comfort, safety, and well-being of their clients; they must also demonstrate sensitivity and respect for those in their care. Students in this program will acquire the necessary skills to deliver appropriate, timely, and respectful client-focused care to the elderly, persons with disabilities or those recovering from illness or injury. The Personal Care Attendant program meets national curriculum standards set forth by the National Association of Career Colleges. Graduates of this program are eligible to write the National Association of Career Colleges Personal Support Workers examination.
Program Courses
MOD1 Program Introduction and Providing Care within Legal and Ethical Parameters
MOD2 Communication and Interpersonal Relation Skills
MOD3 Developing a Caring Relationship with all Client/Resident/Family Interventions
MOD4 Protects Personal Health, Safety and Well Being
MOD5 Incorporates Knowledge of Basic Nutrition, Meal Preparation and Special Dietary Needs
MOD6 Reflects the Principles of Growth and Development Across the Life Span Including Body Functions, Structure, and Medical Conditions
MOD7 Provides Personal Care, Hygiene, and Special Treatments while Maintaining Dignity
MOD8 Provides Assistance with Homemaking and Day to Day Affairs
MOD9 Body Mechanics and Safe Operation of Appropriate Equipment/Devices
MOD10 Demonstrates and Understanding of Delegation of Function
MOD11 Supports Clients on a Day to Day Basis
MOD12 Promotes Good Mental Health
MOD13 Care of the Client and Alzheimer Disease (AD) or Dementia
MOD14 Care of the Client During the End of Life Process (Palliative Care)
MOD15 Recognizes Sexuality and How it Impacts the Client/Resident
MOD16 Maintains and Reports Changes in the Client/Resident’s Health Status
MOD17 Personal and Professional Development/Job Search
Employment Opportunities
Upon successful completion of the Personal Care Attendant program, graduates may be eligible for employment (depending on specific hiring practices) with agencies specializing in home care or with an individual client, often referred to as self-management. Graduates can also apply for employment in long-term care and support services in both institutional and community settings. Opportunities may also be created through entrepreneurial activities and contractual positions.
Entrance Requirements
High School Graduates or Equivalent
High School Graduates or equivalent are eligible for admission to the Personal Care Attendant program. Students must complete an application form and provide a copy of High School, Adult Basic Education, or G.E.D. results. Under certain circumstances students who do not meet the formal High School requirements may be accepted upon the recommendation of a High School Principal or Guidance Counselor. Please contact an Admissions Officer for further details.
Mature Students
Mature students are eligible for admission to the Personal Care Attendant program. These students must be 19 years of age or older, complete an application form, provide a copy of most recent marks, and write a Canadian Adult Achievement Test (CAAT) as arranged by Academy Canada.
Specific Entrance Requirements
Students must submit a medical examination report, a T.B. test report, and a Clear Conduct Certificate from their local Police Department. Clear Conduct Certificate: Students acquiring a Clear Conduct Certificate for admission into a program take on the responsibility of its validity. Students are solely accountable for any offenses not uncovered by the investigation being discovered and precluding the student from subsequent work terms or employment. Please note: Academy Canada reserves the right to deny admission into this program based on an unpardoned criminal record that would bear relevance to the field-term requirements of the program. In addition, employers will be given a copy of the student's Clear Conduct Certificate on file prior to accepting students into the field-term situation.
For further information, please contact an Admissions Officer at 1-800-561-8000.
Program start dates are subject to sufficient enrollment.
Academy Canada reserves the right to modify any programs, courses, topics, objectives, etc.
*Pending Government approval
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