Program Overview

The purpose of the Residential Care Attendant (R.C.A.) program is to develop advocates and role models for the paraprofessional areas of Human Services and Healthcare in the community. (i.e., to set new standards in the knowledge base / training provided to those who support people in residential care.) This 26 week diploma program is designed for those who wish to qualify as Residential Care Attendant in a variety of health and human service agencies. The curriculum includes experiential lectures and workshops facilitated by specialized industry experts and work experience practicum at various governments, non-profit, institutional and community-based care agencies throughout the lower mainland. RCAs work as part of a team within a health care unit under the supervision of a health care professional such as a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse.

Who Should Participate

These career-enhancing courses are designed for those who support people of all ages, ethnic groups and backgrounds as they deal with life issues that have created disruption in their lives.

Job Opportunities

As a Resident Care Attendant, you could find employment in a:

• Residential Programs
• Extended, intermediate, or assisted living care facility
• Home support agency
• Hospice Care/Palliative Care
• Adult care centre for seniors
• Private home
• Long-term Care Facilities
• You may choose to be self-employed, working independently as a personal care attendant.

Course Outline

• Interpersonal Communications
• Medical Terminology
• Health Care Assistant : Introduction to Practice
• Health and Healing: Concepts for Practice
• Caring For Individuals: Experiencing Common Health Challenges
• Dementia Care: Alzheimer's Care
• Personal Care Skills
• Clinical Instruction
• Field Practicum
• Job Search Strategies

Upon Successful Completion of Residential Care Attendant Program, student will be able to obtain:

1. Residential Care Attendant Diploma
2. First Aid Level 1 Certificate Issued by Red Cross
3. WHIMS Certificate
4. Food Safe Certificate

Duration and Financing
Duration: 26 weeks Full time (5 Hours in a day) including clinical work and practicum
Financing: You could be eligible for HRDC funding, government student loans and other financing options; the Vancouver Central College Financial Aid Officer would be happy to provide further assistance.

For Program Prerequisites/Tuition Fee and schedules please contact Admissions Department at Vancouver Central College 604-430-5608 or info@vancollege.com