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| School | Sprott Shaw College - Abbotsford Campus | | |
| Location | Abbotsford, BC, Canada | | |
| School Type | Career College | | |
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| Degree | Diploma | | |
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| Length | 29 Week(s) | | |
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| Prerequisites Notes | Applicants are required to have Grade 12/GED or mature student status (all transcripts must be "true certified copies" or originals), and English 10 or equivalent with a grade of C (for native speakers of English) or Sprott Shaw College Communication for Healthcare with a grade of 76%. | | |
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| Description | Health Care Assistants (HCAs) are prepared to work in both healthcare facilities and community agencies. In these roles they are important and valued members of the health care team. They promote and maintain the health, safety, independence, comfort and well-being of individuals and families. HCA's provide personal care assistance and services in a caring manner that recognizes and supports the unique needs, abilities and backgrounds of clients. They work as members of a health care team in a variety of settings with direction and supervision from other health professionals.
The work done by HCAs is based on a set of fundamental values, beliefs and ethical principles that are consistently reflected in all aspects of their work with clients, families, team members and others. Amongst these core values, beliefs and principles, which serve as foundations of HCA practice, are those related to: Human Beings, Older Adults, Health and Healing, Healthcare, Caring and Caregiving, The Family in Health and Healing, and Understanding Culture and Diversity. | | |
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