This practical course provides students with an opportunity to apply knowledge and skills from all other courses in the Health Care Assistant program with individuals and families in a community setting. Opportunity will be provided for students to become more familiar with the role of the Health Care Assistant within a Home Support Agency, Assisted Living facility or a Group Home, and gain abilities that will prepare graduates for employment in these settings. It is important that students understand the philosophy of community care settings and its emphasis on client choice and independence.
Prerequisites
HRCA 1294.
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What you will learn
- 1. Performance of skills
2. Medical asepsis
3. Body mechanics
4. Safety
5. Organization
6. Communication
7. Responsibility
8. Professional behavior
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42341 |
April 13, 2026 to April 24, 2026 |
Practicum | Off Site | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60338 |
August 10, 2026 to August 21, 2026 |
Practicum | Off Site | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60353 |
August 10, 2026 to August 21, 2026 |
Practicum | Off Site | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70183 |
December 7, 2026 to December 18, 2026 |
Practicum | Off Site | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.