HCA: Introduction to Practice (online/distance delivery)

Program Outline

Welcome to Saint Elizabeth Health Career College! Phone: 1-855-447-3422 Email: [email protected] www.saintelizabeth.com/careercollege Who we are Saint Elizabeth Health Career Colleges are a national network of not-for-profit private vocational schools operated by Saint Elizabeth, one of the largest health care providers in Canada. Accredited by PCTIA, our BC campus locations (Vancouver & Victoria) specialize in preparing Health Care Assistants to function effectively as front-line caregivers and valued members of the circle of care in community as well as facility settings. Our programs reflect the latest approaches and expertise in the areas of health care education, ESL language training, online learning, clinical practice, research and technology. Our mission is to provide education with passion and purpose, preparing a new generation of health care providers with the knowledge and skills they need to support an aging population and thrive in the health and wellness workforce.

Program Description The Health Care Assistant (HCA): Introduction to Practice Program (on-line/distance delivery) provides an introduction to the role of the Health Care Assistant within the British Columbia health care system and is based on the HCA: Introduction to Practice course from the Provincial Health Care Assistant curriculum. Students will be introduced to the healthcare team and the roles and functions of the HCA in British Columbia. Concepts related to culture & diversity and effective communication strategies will be explored. Students will have opportunities to develop self-reflective skills required for competent practice and will be introduced to effective job search approaches. This program may appeal to the following applicants; 1) Individuals seeking registration as a Health Care Assistant with the BC Care Aid Registry (http://www.cachwr.bc.ca/Registrants.aspx) who are; •

Internationally Educated Health Professional (IEHP)

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Graduate of a HCA program within Canada excluding British Columbia

2) Individuals interested in Health Care Assistant education seeking a short duration introduction to HCA studies. A student who successfully completes this course may use this course for prior learning assessment credit if enrolling in the Saint Elizabeth Health Career College, Health Care Assistant Diploma Program within one year of course completion.

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Program Length and Structure This is a self-paced, online program and is comprised of 14 learning modules. Students must complete all program components within a maximum of 6 months from date of their program start (if a student requires extra time, a one-month extension is available at no additional cost). Students will have 24/7 online access to the course and be supported by a program specific distance education instructor. Students may also access in-person support at our distance education computer lab located at our Vancouver campus.

Program Start Dates

Enrollment is ongoing. Please apply by sending an inquiry or submitting a completed application form (see application form attached) to [email protected] or phone 1-855-447-3422

Program Content Module 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14

Introduction to the BC Care Aid Registry – role & mandate Introduction to the Canadian Health Care System Team work in the Health Care Setting Roles and Responsibilities of Health Care Assistants in British Columbia Philosophy of Care – Client Centred Care/Person Centred Care Ethical and Legal responsibilities of the HCA Interpersonal Communication Skills Culture and Diversity Abuse Awareness and Prevention Role of Unions in BC Health Care Time Management Skills Managing Stress Self-Reflective Practice Conducting a job search

Program Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course the student will be able to 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.

Display an understanding of the role and responsibilities of the HCA within the Health Care System in British Columbia. Contribute to the effective functioning of the healthcare team. Function in a responsible and accountable fashion recognizing the legal and ethical parameters of the HCA role. Describe the principles of client/person centred care and promoting client independence Identify the characteristics and qualities of effective interpersonal communications and culturally sensitive communication. Display an understanding of culture and diversity in Canada today. Identify risk factors for and prevention of abuse. Apply self-reflection, and self – appraisal processes in order to recognize and respond to own selfdevelopment needs as a care provider. Confidently conduct a job-search process

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Program Evaluation Methods and Completion Credential. Students will complete an on-line quiz at the end of each learning module and a mid-term and final exam. Students will also complete two course assignments for a total mark of 100%. Students must obtain a minimum total cumulative pass mark of 70% for successful course completion. All students will receive a written progress report prior to completing 30% of the program. A certificate of course completion will be issued to successful graduates. Evaluation Method Quizzes Mid Term Exam Final Exam Participation in online discussion (out of 10 discussion opportunities, students must participate in 5) Written Assignment & Webinar presentation

% of total program mark 20% (14 mini tests) 20% (30 questions) 30% (50 questions) 10% 20%

Role of the Health Care Assistant (HCA) in British Columbia The role of the HCA may vary depending on the specific employment setting and may include the following responsibilities: • Works and communicates with all members of the multi-disciplinary health team • Follows and contributes to the client’s care plan • Promotes and utilizes health and safety regulations and initiatives for a safe working environment • Assists with walking, movement and positioning; with or without assistive devices • Assists with mechanical and physical lifts and/or transfers in a safe and ethical manner • Assists with all aspects of personal hygiene and grooming, including perineal care, toileting, bathing, dressing and laundry • Assists with meal preparation, grocery shopping, feeding, dietary planning, food handling • Answers call bells and responds to client requests • Checks and records vital signs • Teaches/assists with developing life skills • Assists with range of motion exercise and other rehabilitative measures • Implements infection control measures to maintain a clean and safe working environment • Provides emotional, spiritual and social support services to clients and their families • Assists with Delegated Tasks including, medication management, vital signs, glucometer reading, oxygen therapy, hot and cold applications, wound care, ostomy care, enteral nutrition • Provides holistic support for palliative care and hospice patients and their families • Observes and reports clinical and treatment findings, behavioural changes and changes in ongoing conditions • Maintains computer and/or paper records and documents procedures

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Employment opportunities: Why is there growing demand for HCAs? Canada has an aging population that is increasing steadily. As a result, health care is the fastest growing job sector in Canada and HCAs are in high demand across all regions. Employment opportunities for HCAs in British Columbia include; • • • • •

Complex Care facilities Hospitals Mental health facilities Rehabilitation facilities Assisted Living Centres

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Community health organizations Home care Agencies Hospices Group homes Adult Day Care Centres

Admission Requirements Students enrolling in HCA: Introduction to Practice Program (On-line/Distance Delivery) must meet the minimum requirements for general admission to Saint Elizabeth Health Career College;

PART A: Applicants must: • • • •

Be at least 18 years of age; Be able to legally study in Canada Proof of Grade 10 graduation or mature student status Proof of meeting English language competency requirements (see detailed description below)

PART B: English Language Requirements for Entrance to the HCA-ESL Diploma Program In accordance with Saint Elizabeth Health Career College, Language Proficiency Policy, Native and Non-Native speaker of English is defined as; a)

Native speakers of English*: Are those who have been educated in an English-speaking environment (in Canada, outside of Quebec, or another country with an English language system/institution) for a minimum of seven (7) years.

b) Non-native speakers of English: Are those who have not been educated in an English-speaking environment or who have been educated in Canada or in English-speaking environment for less than seven (7) years.

* To achieve functional language proficiency and be termed as a native English speaker, one would require seven (7) years of education in an English-speaking environment (these years could be acquired in either a consecutive or non-consecutive manner). If, however, these years were all consecutive and inclusive of only secondary or post-secondary education in an English-speaking environment, the number of years to meet the native English speaker requirement could be achieved in a period of 4 years.

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Countries with English language systems / institutions (where English is a primary, official language and the language used for education) American Samoa Pacific Islands Seychelles The Gambia Anguilla Ryukyu Islands Ghana Trinidad and Tobago Sierra Leone Singapore Antigua Gibraltar Turks and Caico Islands Australia St. Kitts and Nevis Guam Bahamas St. Lucia Guyana Barbados St. Helena Ireland Jamaica Belize St. Vincent Bermuda South Africa Kenya Lesotho Liberia Botswana Swaziland British Virgin Islands Tanzania Malta Cayman Islands Mauritius United Kingdom Grenada United States of America (USA) Montserrat Uganda New Zealand US Virgin Islands Dominica Nigeria Wales Falkland Islands Scotland Zambia (since 1965) Fiji Zimbabwe *Applicants educated in Quebec at an institution where the language of instruction was not English, must meet the current English language proficiency requirements

Native English speakers Requirement: English 10 or equivalent Evidence of one of the following:

Students must submit one of the following Non- Native English speakers Requirement: Standardized English language proficiency test score Evidence of one of the following test scores:

1. Proof of completion of Grade 10 English; or 2. College courses determined to be equivalent to completion of Grade 10 English (or higher) by post-secondary institutions. Applicants must produce transcripts as evidence of completion. A minimum of a C grade is acceptable. 3. Canadian Adult Achievement Test (CAAT): Reading Comprehension 35/50 Spelling 23/32 4. Language Placement Index (LPI): The three individual scores (Sentence Structure, English Usage, and Reading Comprehension) must total a minimum of 20, out of a maximum possible score of 40. Essay level of 4, with a minimum essay score of 24/40 5. Accuplacer: Grade 10 level or higher

1. The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) -- test must be within the last two years. IBT only: Overall score of 64 with no score lower than 17 in Speaking and Listening and no score lower than 15 in Reading and Writing. 2. International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic -test must be within the last two years: Overall score of 5.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in Speaking and Listening and no score lower than 5.0 in Reading and Writing. 3. Canadian Language Benchmark Placement Test (CLB PT) -- test must be within the last six months: Listening 6, Speaking 6, Reading 5 and Writing 5. 4. Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP) Academic Test version: Aggregate score of 3H or better, with 3H or better in Speaking and Listening and 3L or better in Reading and Writing 5. Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL) Overall Score of 50, with no section less than 40.

If the student fails to meet the minimum admission requirements, such requirements may not be waived by either Saint Elizabeth Health Career College or the student.

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Required Course Materials 1) Course Textbook: Sorrentino, Remmert, Wilk & Schuh. Mosby's Canadian Textbook for the Support Worker. 3rd Canadian Edition. 2013. Type: Textbook ISBN: 978-1-926648-39-2 Students will purchase textbook directly from Login Canada. Textbook may be purchased in hardcopy or online format. • To purchase a hard-copy text go to the following weblink; http://lb.ca/cgibin/cgiwrap/additem.bbx?/LSBNU4/Z109991@@c261070.p98150.1.t1414759823GDNR • To purchase an online- e- copy text go to http://lb.ca/cgibin/cgiwrap/additem.bbx?/LSDCF7/Z109991%28searchlb.bbx%29@@c261070.p981 50.1.t1414759823GDNR^title005#title005 You may also contact the Login Canada customer service department at 1-800-665-1148. The prices for the books are as follows: Print text (9781927406724): $95.95* E text (9781926648972): $95.95* *Prices subject to change.

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If you require any assistance ordering the required textbook please contact the Distance Education Administration Phone Toll free: 1-855-447-3422 Email: [email protected]

2) Technical Requirements You will need access to a computer with reliable high-speed internet. The recommended browser is Internet Explorer (version 9 or higher) or Google Chrome. At a minimum, students must be able to send and receive email, attach Word documents to an email, and use the internet.

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Our commitment to you At Saint Elizabeth Health Career College we are dedicated to your success as a student and offer: • • • • • • • •

Individualized learning support with a specialized RN Distance Education Instructor Certified ESL instructor for language support Online Study Material: 24 X 7 Online accessibility of complete curriculum Textbook Study Material: All course content backed by course textbook Desire2learn LMS: We deploy the most advanced Learning Management system Online Exams/Assignment: All exams/assignments taken completely online Active learning by participation in course webinar discussions and presentations using Go-To-Training technology Option to complete online course on campus at our computer resource centre

Program fees $350.00 All inclusive. No hidden costs!

How to Register? It’s easy! Contact us at: Phone: 1-855-447-3422 Email: [email protected] Visit us at www.saintelizabeth.com/careercollege

https://www.saintelizabeth.com/Career-College/Apply-Now.aspx

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Application for Admission HCA: Introduction to Practice (Online/Distance Delivery) Part 1- Personal Data Name ________________________________________________________ Last

Date of Birth ____________ Year

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Address _____________________________________________________________________ City ___________________ Province ________

Postal Code _________________

Telephone Number ___________________________ Home

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E-Mail______________________________________________________________________ Part 2 Citizenship Status  Canadian Citizen ___________

Permanent Resident __________

Application in process for permanent resident status Yes ___ No ___ Part 3- Educational Information Highest grade completed in school ___________________________Date_________________ Name of school and location _____________________________________________________ Post- secondary Education _______________________________________________________ Other Career / Vocational Specify__________________________________________________

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Part 4- English Language Proficiency How would you describe your skill level regarding speaking, reading and writing English? ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ English Language Proficiency Test Name of test ______________________________

Date of testing ___________________

Location __________________________________ Test Results (please submit a copy of test results with your program application) ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ Students who have not yet taken an English Language Proficiency test may contact the college administration for information about test sites and test preparation.

Part 5 Tell us about you! Please state briefly, why you are interested in taking this course?

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APPLICATION CHECKLIST √ Completed program application form Proof of Canadian citizenship or Permanent Resident Status (individuals who have applied but not yet received permanent resident status may submit proof of application for residency) Proof of English language proficiency Educational Certificates/Transcripts (highest level education only) if applicable. Please complete this application form and submit it and supporting documents by email to Senior Administrator Saint Elizabeth Health Career College Vancouver BC [email protected] Once we have received your application you will be contacted directly to complete your program registration.

This information submitted ___________ Day

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I certify that the information provided herein is correct______________________________ Signature of Applicant

For Office Use Application reviewed by _____________________________ Name

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