KWANTLEN Polytechnic University Health Care Assistant Program Information

KWANTLEN Polytechnic University Health Care Assistant Program Information Session

Outline of Presentation • Program objectives • Program outline • Course descriptions • Admission requirements • Costs for program • Job prospects

Our Graduates The program provides opportunities to develop knowledge, skills and values to function as a front-line caregiver in a variety of care settings. Graduates are eligible for registration in the BC Care Aide Registry

The graduate is prepared : • to provide care to older adults and people with disabilities experiencing diverse often complex but relatively stable health and illness needs • to function collaboratively as a member of a multi-disciplinary health care team

Program Outline The program is 2 semesters long The intake for each class is 32 students There are two program intakes a year One starts the first week of September [completes April] One starts the first week of January [complete August] The program has 34 credits Graduates receive the Health Care Assistant Certificate

Semester 1 Courses

Semester 1 Courses HCAP 1100 Interpersonal Communication HCAP 1110 Common Health Challenges HCAP 1121 Lifestyle & Choices HCAP 1130 Personal Care Skills Lab HCAP 1136 Concepts for Practice HCAP 1150 Complex Care Practice

Semester 2 Courses

Semester 2 Courses HCAP 1210 Complex Challenges HCAP 1220 Cognitive Challenges HCAP 1230 Advanced Skills HCAP 1236 Introduction to Practice HCAP 1250 Final Practicum HCAP 1260 Technology for Healthcare

Admission Requirements

Initial Requirement ENGLISH PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENT: NATIVE ENGLISH SPEAKER: NON-NATIVE ENGLISH SPEAKER To meet the minimum KPU English requirement: 7 years of education in a country with English language systems/institutions or 4 years if all years are consecutive and v Acceptable English language assessment in secondary and/or post secondary. score To meet the minimum KPU English requirement: v Completion of BC English 11 with a minimum grade of B or v Communications 12 with a minimum grade of B (or equivalents) Testing Options: KPU English Placement Test (EPT) with placement into ENGL 1100 Or External English Testing Agency (i. e. IELTS, TOEFL, etc. ) Not permitted to take KPU EPT Test

Initial Requirement • English Declaration form completion • Information Session • Food Safe level 1 Upon completion of these initial requirements students will receive a conditional offer of admission and before final admission to the program is granted, students must submit the following:

Additional Requirements • TB test • First-Aid Certificate with CPR level C • A Ministry of Justice Criminal Record search completed within six months of entry • Immunization Record (required by Health Authority prior to clinical placement)

Costs of the Program (student loan eligible) Students can calculate their expected Tuition Fees at: http: //www. kpu. ca/tuition. Estimator Tuition Fee 2017 -18: $5365 (34 credits) Also, students will spend approximately $600* for textbooks, course materials, uniforms and shoes, transportation and parking, etc. , during the program Students are responsible for providing their own transportation to clinical experiences Note: The HCA Program has 11 of 12 courses with ZED credit status *Approximate estimate, subject to change

Kwantlen Polytechnic University Support Services Library Cafeteria Bookstore Student Association Athletics/Recreation Intercampus Shuttle Bus Learning Centres Assessment and Testing Counseling and Advising Financial awards Early Alert

Beyond the Program: Employment Home Support ongoing demand for workers Facilities more seasonal but also hiring Hired as casual staff initially Recent graduates report successful job search. New facilities being built in Fraser Health Region

Beyond the Program : Education Upon Successful completion of the HCAP Certificate 3 seats reserved for HCAP graduates in Health Foundations Certificate* *Health Foundation pre-requisites must be met. Upon successful completion of Health Foundation Certificate with competitive GPA 3 seats reserved in BPN Post Graduate degree for HCAP graduates (competitive) Place on BSN (competitive)

Testimonials The resident that I was working with said that I had been working with her for 3 days and that I was good and the staff did not have to tell me what to do. I am grateful to the instructors for their encouraging words which kept me going to the end. Creating bonds with residents and seeing them smile was rewarding Person centered care really works! I can not forget all the experience when practicing in all the facilities we were able to connect with persons and we can make their lives better and different I enjoyed spending time working with people with dementia It was really amazing to explore yourself and work with classmates On my last day of practicum, my resident was sad that I was going. She said that I belong here. I remember all the food I ate was delicious and the laughter and fun I had with my classmates and teachers.

Thank you for your attention! We look forward to seeing you in our program in the near future!