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"Welcome to Westminster College, a distinguished DLI (Designated Learning Institution) established in 2007. Currently, we are offering following diploma programs: Health Care Assistant Program Two-year Diploma in Business Administration with Co-op Office Administration Diploma Program Social Service Support Worker Diploma Addictions Community Support Worker Diploma All our diploma programs are approved by PTIB (Private Training Institutions Branch), reflecting our commitment to delivering high-quality education." "Bienvenue au Westminster College, une institution d'enseignement désignée (DLI) distinguée établie en 2007. Actuellement, nous proposons les programmes de diplôme suivants : Programme d'Assistant en Soins de Santé Diplôme de Deux Ans en Administration des Affaires avec Coop Programme de Diplôme en Administration de Bureau Diplôme de Travailleur de Soutien des Services Sociaux Diplôme de Travailleur de Soutien à la Communauté pour les Addictions Tous nos programmes de diplôme sont approuvés par le PTIB (Branche des Institutions de Formation Privées), reflétant notre engagement envers la fourniture d'une éducation de haute qualité." "वेस्टमिनस्टर कॉलेज में आपका स्वागत है, एक प्रमुख डीएलआई (निर्दिष्ट शिक्षा संस्थान) जो 2007 में स्थापित हुआ है। वर्तमान में, हम निम्नलिखित डिप्लोमा कार्यक्रम प्रदान कर रहे हैं: हेल्थ केयर सहायक प्रोग्राम बिजनेस प्रशासन में दो-वर्षीय डिप्लोमा (को-ऑप्स के साथ) ऑफिस प्रशासन डिप्लोमा प्रोग्राम सामाजिक सेवा समर्थन कार्यकर्ता डिप्लोमा एडिक्शन्स कम्युनिटी सपोर्ट कार्यकर्ता डिप्लोमा हमारे सभी डिप्लोमा कार्यक्रम PTIB (प्राइवेट ट्रेनिंग इंस्टीट्यूशन्स ब्रांच) द्वारा मान्यता प्राप्त हैं, जो हमारे उच्च गुणवत्ता वाले शिक्षा को दर्शाता है।" "ਵੈਸਟਮਿੰਸਟਰ ਕਾਲਜ ਵਿੱਚ ਤੁਹਾਨੂੰ ਜੀ ਆਇਆ ਨੂੰ ਕਹਿੰਦੇ ਹਾਂ, 2007 ਵਿੱਚ ਸਥਾਪਿਤ ਇੱਕ ਮਾਨਵੀ ਸਿੱਖਿਆ ਸੰਸਥਾ (DLI)। ਇਸ ਸਮਾਂ, ਅਸੀਂ ਇੱਕ ਨਿਮਨਲਿਖਤ ਡਿਪਲੋਮਾ ਕਾਰਜ਼ ਪ੍ਰਦਾਨ ਕਰ ਰਹੇ ਹਾਂ: ਹੈਲਥ ਕੇਅਰ ਅਸਿਸਟੈਂਟ ਪ੍ਰੋਗਰਾਮ ਬਿਜ਼ਨਸ ਐਡਮਿਨਿਸਟ੍ਰੇਸ਼ਨ ਵਿੱਚ ਦੋ ਸਾਲਾ ਡਿਪਲੋਮਾ (ਸਾਥ ਵਿੱਚ ਕੋ-ਔਪ) ਔਫ਼ਿਸ ਐਡਮਿਨਿਸਟ੍ਰੇਸ਼ਨ ਡਿਪਲੋਮਾ ਪ੍ਰੋਗਰਾਮ ਸੋਸ਼ਲ ਸਰਵਿਸ ਸਪੋਰਟ ਵਰਕਰ ਡਿਪਲੋਮਾ ਐਡਿਕਸ਼ਨਸ ਕਮਿਊਨਿਟੀ ਸਪੋਰਟ ਵਰਕਰ ਡਿਪਲੋਮਾ ਸਾਰੇ ਸਾਡੇ ਡਿਪਲੋਮਾ ਪ੍ਰੋਗਰਾਮ PTIB (ਪ੍ਰਾਈਵੇਟ ਟ੍ਰੇਨਿੰਗ ਇੰਸਟੀਟਿਊਸ਼ਨਸ ਬ੍ਰਾਂਚ) ਦੁਆਰਾ ਮਨਜ਼ੂਰ ਹਨ, ਜੋ ਸਾਡੇ ਉਚ੍ਚ ਗੁਣਵੱਤਾ ਦੀ ਸਿੱਖਿਆ ਪ੍ਰਦਾਨ ਕਰਨ ਦੇ ਸਾਡੇ ਇਰਾਦੇ ਦੀ ਪ੍ਰਤਿਸਾਦ ਹੈ।" "欢迎来到威斯敏斯特学院，这是一所成立于2007年的杰出的DLI（指定学习机构）。目前，我们提供以下文凭课程： 医护助理项目 为期两年的工商管理文凭（合作项目） 办公行政文凭项目 社会服务支持工作者文凭 戒毒社区支持工作者文凭 我们所有的文凭项目均获得PTIB（私立培训机构分支）的批准，体现了我们提供高质量教育的承诺。" "Maligayang pagdating sa Westminster College, isang kilalang DLI (Designated Learning Institution) na itinatag noong 2007. Sa kasalukuyan, nag-aalok kami ng mga sumusunod na programa ng diploma: Health Care Assistant Program Two-year Diploma sa Business Administration na may Co-op Office Administration Diploma Program Social Service Support Worker Diploma Addictions Community Support Worker Diploma Ang lahat ng aming mga programa ng diploma ay aprubado ng PTIB (Private Training Institutions Branch), nagpapakita ng aming dedikasyon sa pagbibigay ng mataas na kalidad na edukasyon." "و سٹمنسٹر کالج میں خوش آمدید ہے، DLI (Designated Learning Institution) ویسٹمنسٹر کالج جو 2007 میں قائم ہوا۔ حال ہی میں، ہم مندرجہ ذیل ڈپلومہ پروگرامز فراہم کر رہے ہیں ہیلتھ کیئر اسسٹنٹ پروگرام ٹو یئر ڈپلومہ ان بزنس ایڈمنسٹریشن ودھ کوآپ آفس ایڈمنسٹریشن ڈپلومہ پروگرام سوشل سروس سپورٹ ورکر ڈپلومہ ایڈکشنز کمیونٹی سپورٹ ورکر ڈپلومہ ہمارے تمام ڈپلومہ پروگرام PTIB (پرائیویٹ ٹریننگ انسٹی ٹیوشنز برانچ) کی منظوری حاصل ہے، جو ہمارے عالی معیار کی تعلیم فراہم کرنے کی ہماری پرعزم کو ظاہر کرتی ہے۔"

Health Care Assistant Diploma Program

Approved By PTIB

🌙 Evening Health Care Assistant Program

Join our Evening Health Care Assistant Program, running Monday to Friday, 4:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Limited seats available!

The HCA program is designed to provide students with opportunities to develop the
knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to function effectively as front-line caregivers and respected members of the health care team.

Under the direction and supervision of a regulated health professional, graduates provide
person-centred care aimed at promoting and maintaining the
physical, psychological, cognitive, social, and spiritual health and well-being of clients and families.

Upon completion of the HCA program, graduates are prepared to work in a variety of
practice settings including:

  • Home support
  • Assisted living
  • Group homes
  • Complex care & special care units
  • Other home and community care settings
  • Acute care


Contact an Admissions Advisor for More Information Today!


    Health Care Assistant Program Overview

    Purpose of the Health Care Assistant Program

    Learning Objectives/Outcomes

    Program Learning Outcomes and Performance Indicators

    Program Entry Requirements:

    Prerequisites for HCA Practice Education

    Purpose of the Health Care Assistant Program

    Under the direction and supervision of a regulated health professional, graduates provide person-centred care aimed at promoting and maintaining the well-being of clients and families across multiple dimensions:

    • Physical health
    • Psychological well-being
    • Cognitive development
    • Social connection
    • Spiritual health

    🎓 Graduate Learning Outcomes

    Upon completion of the HCA Program, graduates will be able to:

    • ✔ Provide person-centred care that respects the uniqueness of each individual client.
    • ✔ Use a problem-solving approach to promote physical, psychological, cognitive, social, and spiritual well-being.
    • ✔ Deliver support to clients with complex health challenges using personalized care.
    • ✔ Assist clients experiencing mental health challenges with empathy and professionalism.
    • ✔ Collaborate effectively with other health care team members to achieve care goals.
    • ✔ Communicate clearly and sensitively with clients and families in diverse care settings.
    • ✔ Provide safe and competent personal care tailored to each client’s unique needs.
    • ✔ Identify and respond to personal development, learning, and health needs.
    • ✔ Demonstrate professionalism through reflective, responsible, and accountable caregiving.

    Program Learning Outcomes and Performance Indicators

    Key Graduate Competencies

    • Deliver person-centred care that honors the uniqueness of each client.
    • Apply a problem-solving approach to promote clients’ physical, psychological, cognitive, social, and spiritual well-being.
    • Support clients with complex conditions through compassionate, customized care strategies.
    • Assist individuals with cognitive and mental health challenges in a respectful, client-focused manner.
    • Collaborate with health care team members to achieve shared care objectives and improve quality of service.
    • Communicate effectively with clients and families using clear, accurate, and empathetic language.
    • Provide safe and competent personal care that supports independence and dignity.
    • Commit to personal growth by actively pursuing self-development and health-enhancement practices.
    • Uphold professionalism and accountability in all caregiver responsibilities.

    Program Entry Requirement

    Evidence of both of the following must be provided prior to acceptance:

    • Proof of Grade 10 completion (or equivalent) OR mature student status.
    • English Language Competency: must meet HCA program entry requirements.
    • Applicants with 3+ years of full-time English instruction: must show English 10 completion or equivalent.
    • Applicants with less than 3 years: must submit a standardized English language proficiency test score.
    • International students: must provide a clear police certificate from their country of origin.

    Prerequisites for HCA Practice Education

    Evidence of completion of the following must be in student files prior to the first practice education experience. All documentation must be current and valid.

    Required Certifications & Documentation:

    • First Aid Certification: In-person training only (Online not accepted by BC Care Aide Registry).
    • CPR Level “C” / Basic Life Support (BLS): Must be completed via in-person instruction.
    • Foodsafe Level 1: Or equivalent recognized certification.
    • Student Practice Education Core Orientation (SPECO) via LearningHub including:
      • Signed checklist (SPECO Checklist.pdf from phsa.ca)
      • Proof of current immunizations/vaccinations or exemption form (TB not exemptible)
    • Criminal Record Check: Through Criminal Records Review Program with clearance for vulnerable adults.
    • Provincial Violence Prevention Curriculum: Completion of e-learning modules.
    • WHMIS Training: Provincial-level workplace safety certification.
    • HCA Practice in BC Modules: Must be completed via LearningHub.
    • Adult Abuse Response Training: LearningHub course on Recognizing & Responding to Adult Abuse.

    Note: Some practice education partner sites may require additional certifications. Students must comply with the practicum standards and online orientation requirements of their assigned Health Authority.

    HCA 1010 – Concepts For Practice

    📘 HCA 1010 – Concepts For Practice

    ⏱️ 70 Hours

    This course provides students with the opportunity to develop a theoretical framework for practice. Students will be introduced to the philosophical values and theoretical understandings that form the foundation for competent HCA practice.

    Topics include:

    • Concepts of caring and person-centred care
    • Basic human needs and stages of human development
    • Family, culture, and diversity in relation to health and healing

    Students will also be introduced to a problem-solving model that is essential for professional and compassionate care delivery.

    HCA1020 – Introduction to Practice

    📘 HCA1020 – Introduction to Practice

    ⏱️ 30 Hours

    This course provides an introduction to the role of the Health Care Assistant (HCA) within the British Columbia health care system. Students will explore the structure of the health care team and the roles and responsibilities of HCAs within interdisciplinary settings.

    Key focus areas include:

    • Understanding the health care team and how HCAs contribute
    • Developing self-reflective skills for competent and ethical practice
    • Learning effective job search strategies and employment readiness

    HCA1030 – Interpersonal Communications

    💬 HCA1030 – Interpersonal Communications

    ⏱️ 50 Hours

    This course focuses on the development of self-awareness, increased understanding of others, and building effective interpersonal communication skills for diverse caregiving contexts.

    Students will explore:

    • How their own communication patterns influence care relationships
    • Techniques to demonstrate personal awareness and respect
    • Practicing active listening skills in a healthcare setting

    HCA1040 – Lifestyle and Choices

    📘 HCA1040 – Lifestyle and Choices

    ⏱️ 30 Hours

    This course introduces students to a holistic concept of health and the components of a health-enhancing lifestyle. Students will be invited to reflect on their own experience of health, recognizing challenges and resources that can impact lifestyle choices.

    Students will also be introduced to a framework or model that can be applied in other courses to explore the multi-faceted nature of health and healing.

    HCA 1050 – Common Health Challenges

    🩺 HCA1050 – Common Health Challenges

    ⏱️ 115 Hours

    This course introduces students to the normal structure and function of the human body and age-related changes. Students will explore common health challenges related to each body system and examine how they affect healing and well-being.

    Key focus areas include:

    • Understanding age-related physiological changes
    • Exploring health conditions across body systems
    • Applying person-centred care practices for chronic and acute conditions
    • Approaches to end-of-life care with compassion and dignity

    HCA 1060 – Cognitive and/or Mental Health Challenges

    🧠 HCA 1060 – Cognitive and/or Mental Health Challenges

    ⏱️ 60 Hours

    This course builds on content from other courses to assist students in exploring concepts and caregiving approaches for working effectively with individuals facing cognitive or mental health challenges.

    Key focus areas include:

    • Understanding cognitive and mental health conditions
    • Recognizing behavioral patterns in affected individuals
    • Applying person-centred intervention strategies

    HCA 1070 – Personal Care and Assistance

    🩺 HCA 1070 – Personal Care and Assistance

    ⏱️ 120 Hours

    This practical course offers students the opportunity to acquire personal care and assistance skills within the parameters of the HCA role.

    The course includes both classroom instruction and supervised lab experiences, helping students apply theoretical knowledge into practical care-giver skills.

    • Maintain and promote comfort and safety of individuals
    • Support independence in community and facility settings
    • Integrate knowledge from other HCA courses into care practices

    HCA2020 – Practice Experiences in a Multi-level or Complex Care facility

    🏥 HCA2020 – Practice Experiences in a Multi-level or Complex Care Facility

    ⏱️ 210 Hours

    This supervised practice experience gives students the opportunity to apply knowledge and skills gained from all previous courses while working directly with individuals in a multi-level or complex care setting.

    • Portion of the experience focuses on caring for individuals with dementia
    • Hands-on practice with real clients in facility settings
    • Builds confidence and expertise in performing the HCA role

    Students will complete this course prepared to step into their professional role within complex care environments with enhanced skill and assurance.

    HCA2030 – Practice Experiences in Home Support and/or Assisted Living

    🏠 HCA2030 – Practice Experiences in Home Support and/or Assisted Living

    ⏱️ 60 Hours

    This practice course provides students with an opportunity to apply knowledge and skills from all other courses with individuals and families in a community setting.

    Students will gain:

    • Hands-on experience with clients in home support, assisted living, or group home environments
    • Confidence in the HCA role within community care systems
    • Insight into the philosophy of client independence and choice

    This experience prepares graduates for employment in diverse settings while emphasizing dignity, autonomy, and the values of community-based care.

    What you will get

    Some Key Points

    Delivery Method

    In Class Delivery

    Program Duration

    745 Hours

    Fee Structure

    Very Affordable Tuition Fee

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    Admission Requirements:

    Admission Prerequisites

    To be considered for admission, applicants must submit verifiable evidence of both of the following requirements prior to acceptance:

    Grade 10 completion

    Proof of Grade 10 completion (or equivalent) OR mature student status

    English Language Competency

    Proof of meeting HCA Program Entry – English Language Competency Requirements Must
    meet the English language proficiency as set by the B.C. Care Aide and Community Health
    Worker Registry:

    English 10 completion or equivalent

    For applicants with three years of full-time instruction in English*: English 10 completion or equivalent

    Standardized English language proficiency test

    For applicants with less than three years of full-time instruction in English: Standardized English language proficiency test score

    Police Verification Certificate

    International students must provide a clear police certificate from their country of origin as a program entry requirement.

    Effective Communication & Team Collaboration

    HCA professionals are trained to communicate clearly, accurately, and empathetically. They will also work collaboratively with healthcare teams to ensure coordinated care and positive outcomes for clients.

    Effective Communication & Team Collaboration

    HCA professionals are trained to communicate clearly, accurately, and empathetically. They will also work collaboratively with healthcare teams to ensure coordinated care and positive outcomes for clients.

    Safe, Competent, and Ethical Practice

    The program instills critical thinking, responsibility, and professionalism. Graduates are prepared to provide safe and organized care, respond to their own learning needs, and uphold high standards of ethical practice.

    Disclaimer

    Westminster College is currently not accepting applications from international students residing outside of Canada, nor from individuals within Canada who require a Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) to apply for a study permit.

    International students or temporary residents in Canada may apply to programs that are six months or shorter in duration, or that can be completed within six months. As per Immigration Canada regulations, study permits are not required for programs of this length.

    Thank you for your understanding. Please check back regularly for updates regarding our application policies.

    Sincerely,
    Westminster College