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Personal Care Assistant (PCAs)

Description

This program will provide you with the essential knowledge and skills needed to provide safe care for those who require support with their activities of daily living.
 
This program will provide you with the essential knowledge and skills needed to provide safe care for those who require support with their activities of daily living. Those requiring support may be recovering from an illness, surgery, or live with a chronic health challenge that limits their ability to completely care for themselves.  Certain groups, such as the elderly, are able to maintain independence when they are supported with their activities of daily living.
 
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
 
Graduates may find employment in the long-term care or home care sectors.  Graduates of this program may wish to continue their training in the health field, such as Personal Support Worker or Nursing.
 
ADMISSIONS
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or Mature Student Status
 
If you are interested in completing the entire certificate program, please send an email to Sault College's eLearning Department prior to registering for your courses.  
 
COURSE DELIVERY
 
All courses are delivered asynchronously.  Your instructor shares learning resources and activities with you in a flexible way.  You are not expected to attend a class or login to your materials at a specific day or time.  You will, however, be responsible for meeting all course requirements, dates and deadlines as posted within the syllabus.
 
GRADUATION TIMELINES
 
Students can complete the Certificate of Completion in as little as one semester. They are usually expected to complete their certificate within sixty months.
 
Certificate Requirements
 
In order to obtain the Certificate of Completion, the following courses must be completed.
Infection Control
Caring Essentials
Supporting Mobility
Assisting with Personal Grooming and Hygiene
Assisting with Meals
Observation and Problem - Solving

Note: The cost listed includes all 6 courses. Courses may be purchased separately.
 
Note: Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester. 
 

Overview

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  • Institution: Sault College
  • Program type: Micro-credential
  • Language: English
  • Program Code:
  • Delivery Method: Fully Online/Distance

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Disclaimer:
Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.