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Immunizations in the following are strongly recommended and in some case may be required for practicum placements (please see the Provincial Health Officer Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination Order):.An Immunization Record must be completed.

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If the TB skin test is positive, a negative TB chest x-ray is required.

Within six months of the start of the program, students must submit a negative TB skin test.

Students whose CRC results indicate they pose a risk to vulnerable populations will not be able to complete the requirements of the program (e.g. The CRC must be completed according to VCC's Criminal Record Check instructions.

Students in this program are required to complete a CRC.

Current status is required for all clinical and practicum experiences.

CPR certificates expire one year from the date of issue.

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Completion of VCC's Health Care Assistant English Competency Declaration Form.Find out what documents you need to submit here.English Language Proficiency, as required by the BC Care Aide and Community Health Worker Registry (for applicants whose first language is not English).English 10 with a passing grade, or equivalent.VCC will adhere to the Registry's entry requirements.

FIRST ASSISTANT PROGRAMS PROFESSIONAL

Perform the care provider role in a reflective, responsible, accountable and professional manner.Īll BC Health Care Assistant program applicants are required to demonstrate English language proficiency as set by the BC Care Aide and Community Health Worker Registry.

Recognize and respond to own self-development, learning and health enhancement needs.

Provide personal care and assistance in a safe, competent and organized manner.

Communicate clearly, accurately and in sensitive ways with clients and families within a variety of community and facility contexts.

Interact with other members of the healthcare team in ways that contribute to effective working relationships and the achievement of goals.Provide care and assistance for clients experiencing cognitive and/or mental health challenges.Provide care and assistance for clients experiencing complex health challenges.Use an informed problem-solving approach to provide care and assistance that promotes the physical, psychological, social, cognitive and spiritual well-being of clients and families.Provide person-centered care and assistance that recognizes and respects the uniqueness of each individual client.Upon completion of the HCA Program, graduates will be able to:

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