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Program Index Health & Human Services Continuing Care Assistant (Part-Time) - Canora

Health & Human Services

Program Index Health & Human Services Continuing Care Assistant (Part-Time) - Canora

Health & Human Services

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Continuing Care Assistant (Part-Time) - Canora

Continuing Care Assistant (Part-Time) - Canora

Start a rewarding career in health care today!

The Continuing Care Assistant program provides knowledge and skill development in helping people to help themselves in their homes and special care facilities. You will receive training in: gerontology, dementia management strategies, applying the philosophy of long term care into home care, special care and community settings, promoting independence in a safe environment, working with people from all cultures, working with individuals with different levels of physical and cognitive impairment, giving personal care, and attending to psychosocial needs.

The full-time program will allow you to complete all theory and clinical experiences. If you would like to PLAR your clinical experiences, please consider the part-time program.

Training for the Next Generation of Healthcare Workers

Health & Human Services

Our Health and Human Services area brings a full gamut of health programming to an every growing and demanding sector in our province. The portfolio of training along with expert and engaged instructors provide training that is second to none.

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Saskatchewan Polytechnic

College partners with credit granting institutions like Saskatchewan Polytechnic. These partnerships allow us to offer a greater number of recognized courses closer to where you are.

About

Saskatchewan Polytechnic serves students through applied learning opportunities on Treaty 4 and Treaty 6 Territories and the homeland of the Métis. Learning takes place at campuses in Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, Regina and Saskatoon and through extensive distance education opportunities. Programs serve every economic and public service sector. As a polytechnic, the organization provides the depth of learning appropriate to employer and student need, including certificate, diploma and degree programs, and apprenticeship training. Saskatchewan Polytechnic engages in applied research, drawing on faculty expertise to support innovation by employers, and providing students the opportunity to develop critical thinking skills.

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Why Study Here?

Students who attend Suncrest College can expect smaller class sizes and an easier transition. At Suncrest College students typically receive more one-on-one time with instructors. Our staff will know your name not just your student number.

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Career Options

Continuing Care Assistant graduates enjoy high employment rates. You could work in a home care setting, long-term care facility, private care home, acute care facility, integrated facility, supportive housing or special needs classroom. You’ll work as part of a health-care team under the supervision of registered nurses, registered psychiatric nurses or licensed practical nurses.

Look for job postings in Saskatchewan’s 12 regional health authorities or the Athabasca Health Authority.

NOC ClassificationEarning Potential
Nurse Aides, Orderlies and Patient Services Associates (3413)$32,600 - $50,000
NOC ClassificationEarning Potential
Nurse Aides, Orderlies and Patient Services Associates (3413)$32,600 - $50,000
NOC ClassificationEarning Potential
Home Support Workers, Housekeepers and Related Occupations (4412)$28,600 - $52,400

The best thing about College is the location and small class sizes. The instructors are awesome and if you need extra resources they are available.

I would recommend the College because it opens door to a better career and life.

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Continuing Care Assistant

Get credit for what you know

Do you have prior education, work experience and/or job training that relates to your program area? If so, you could be eligible for credit that reduces your study time and cost. Credit can also be applied from your Sask Polytech program to another institution.

Saskatchewan Polytechnic recognizes that adults learn in many different ways. This includes acquiring knowledge and skills through life and work experience or non-formal training.

See link(s) below to get more information about PLAR.

Many Sask Polytech students benefit from transferring course credit. You may be eligible to transfer credit to Sask Polytech or to another college or university.

Frequently Asked

When you complete the Business, Office Administration, or Continuing Care Certificate at College your certificate will be issued by Saskatchewan Polytechnic.

You can apply anytime for SaskPolytech certificate programs at "College". However, please note that applicants are accepted on a first come/first qualified basis. Original transcripts are required for acceptance into a program. Applications can be sent without the original but will not be officially considered until all entrance requirements are met (original transcript included).

Yes, most of the programs are available on a class by class basis (for domestic students only). If you are interested in taking a program but can only do a few classes per semester we can create a schedule that will suit your needs. Some classes do have a prerequisite requirement and need to be taken in a certain order. We can help guide you through the process!

Students can complete the online application form and pay the $140.00 processing fee. Applications must include secondary and post-secondary transcripts and documents. English proficiency results must also be attached.

All programs require an IELTS minimum 6.5 with no bands less than 5.5.

Students will cover several courses in each semester and are responsible for assignments and studying. This will definitely require homework outside of class time.

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