This course is designed to discuss the Canadian cultural contexts in which HCAs work with clients experiencing common health challenges. The course focuses on the role of the HCA in supporting clients with common health challenges in a variety of cultural and societal contexts. The Health Care Assistant’s ethical and legal responsibility in advocating for clients and families will be discussed. Students will explore their understanding of cultural safety and humility.
Prerequisites
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What you will learn
- Determinants of Health
Challenges Facing Older Adults (ie: Isolation, Access to Health Services)
Legal and Ethical Practice
Delegation of Tasks
Indigenous Health Perspectives
2SLGBTQIA Health Perspectives
Lifelong learning, self-evaluation
Advocacy and Social Justice
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
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| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70805 |
September 8, 2026 to October 14, 2026 |
Lecture Online |
Varies | 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.