Advance your Health Care Assistant (HCA) career with specialized training in acute care. This 20-hour certificate program equips HCAs with essential skills needed in high-demand acute settings, such as hospitals and emergency departments.
This certification offers a foundation for success in fast-paced healthcare environments, providing HCAs with valuable skills to support patient care in acute settings.
Who should enroll?
This program is designed for Heath Care Assistants (HCAs) in British Columbia who wish to expand their competencies in acute care and increase their earning potential.
Why pursue this certification?
Many HCAs find that their initial training does not cover specialized skills essential for acute care settings, including blood pressure measurement, glucose testing, and oxygen adjustment. This course fills those gaps, equipping graduates for more challenging roles with greater responsibilities.
Program Highlights
| Duration | 5 days - 4 hours per day - 20 hours total. |
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| Curriculum | One comprehensive course covering critical skills, including:
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| Certification | Certificate |
| Compliance | This program does not require approval by the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIRU) of the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills. As such, PTIRU did not review this program. |
| Average Salary | With enhanced skills and experience, certified HCAs can expect improved job prospects and higher earning potential in these dynamic healthcare environments. |
| Career Opportunities | Upon completion, HCAs with this certificate can pursue roles in various acute care settings, such as:
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Admissions Requirements: English as First Language
To qualify, applicants must have:- A Health Care Assistant Certificate, OR
- A BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker Registry Number.
Admissions Requirements: English as Second Language
Tuition and Fees
| Tuition | $275 * |
| Application Fee | $250 |
| Archival Fee | $5 |
| Materials | $30 |
| Total Tuition and Fees | $398 |