Graduate from a Health Care Program & Make a Difference

Are you looking for a career where your smile can make a difference and people look forward to seeing you? Do you want to contribute to the well-being of others through a learned skill? Would you like to share your personality, positivity, and compassion with others who need medical or personal care or support such as massage therapy, esthetic services, or help with daily tasks?  

If you answered yes to any of these questions, then enrolling in a health and personal care program of study could help you develop the skills necessary to take your place in one of the most required professions in the country, especially since the pandemic. In fact, many of the professions that fall under the umbrella of “Health and Personal Care” have doubled since 2020. Depending on the profession, the vacancy rate is still as high as 25.7%, which is good news for future graduates of health care programs in St. John’s and Corner Brook. 

What Is a Health Care Provider? 

A health care provider is a professional who offers a service, or a range of services, aimed at improving and/or maintaining the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of others. Health care providers work in various capacities and settings, depending on the discipline chosen while in a health care program of study. And the good news for Newfoundlanders looking for a first or new career is that since the pandemic, the demand for health care workers in almost every sector is outpacing the supply. Five health care sectors in which the post-pandemic job prospects are frequently categorized as “good” and “very good” in the Government of Canada job bank include:  

Medical and Therapeutic Professionals 

• Massage Therapists: manipulate soft tissues of the body to promote relaxation, reduce pain, and improve overall well-being 

• Personal Care Attendants: assist individuals with daily living activities and personal care needs. 

 Focused Care Providers 

• Child and Youth Care Support Workers (with expertise in addictions): provide support and care for children and youth, with a focus on addressing addiction issues. 

• Therapeutic Recreation Workers: use recreation and other activity-based interventions to promote the well-being of people with illnesses or disabling conditions. 

 Early Childhood Educators 

• Educators who specialize in the learning and development of young children from birth to age eight. 

Wellness and Personal Care Professionals 

• Esthetics and Spa Management: provide beauty treatments and manage spa operations.  

• Hairstylists: cut, colour, and style hair for clients. 

• Nail Technicians: tend to the care and styling of fingernails and toenails. 

 Administrative & Support Roles 

• Medical Administrative Specialists: manage administrative tasks in medical offices and health care facilities. 

How Do I Become a Health Care Provider 

If you are among the increased number of Canadians interested in enrolling in technical and vocation education since the pandemic, Newfoundland boasts excellent health care provider training opportunities in St. John’s and Corner Brook at Academy Canada. Our health care programs range in length and provide you with the training you need to excel in your chosen field of care. Contact Academy Canada for more information about the courses that interest you.