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"Welcome to Westminster College, a Designated Learning Institution (DLI) established in 2007 and approved by PTRIU (Private Training Regulation & Institutions Unit). We offer career-focused diploma programs including: Health Care Assistant (HCA) – 6-month program preparing students to work in long-term care, assisted living, and home support. Next intake: August 29, 2025 (Morning classes) Business Administration Diploma – A 40-week program offering practical business skills to prepare students for various career paths. Office Administration Diploma – A 25-week program designed to develop administrative and technical office skills. Social Service Support Worker Diploma – Prepares students to support individuals and families in social service settings. Addictions Community Support Worker Diploma – Focuses on supporting individuals dealing with addiction and mental health challenges. All programs are approved by PTRIU, reflecting our commitment to quality education and workforce readiness. Bienvenue au Westminster College, un établissement d’apprentissage désigné (DLI) fondé en 2007 et approuvé par le PTRIU (Unité de réglementation et des institutions de formation privée). Nous proposons des programmes de diplôme axés sur la carrière, notamment : Assistant en soins de santé (HCA) – Programme de 6 mois préparant les étudiants à travailler en soins de longue durée, vie assistée et soutien à domicile. Prochaine rentrée : 29 août 2025 (cours du matin) Diplôme en administration des affaires – Programme de 40 semaines offrant des compétences pratiques en affaires pour préparer les étudiants à divers parcours professionnels. Diplôme en administration de bureau – Programme de 25 semaines pour développer des compétences administratives et techniques. Travailleur de soutien aux services sociaux – Prépare les étudiants à aider les individus et les familles dans le cadre des services sociaux. Travailleur en soutien communautaire en toxicomanie – Conçu pour aider les personnes confrontées à la dépendance et aux problèmes de santé mentale. Tous les programmes sont approuvés par le PTRIU, reflétant notre engagement envers une éducation de qualité et la préparation à l’emploi. वेस्टमिंस्टर कॉलेज में आपका स्वागत है, जिसे 2007 में स्थापित किया गया था और PTRIU (प्राइवेट ट्रेनिंग रेगुलेशन एंड इंस्टीट्यूशंस यूनिट) द्वारा अनुमोदित एक नामित शिक्षण संस्थान (DLI) है। हम करियर-केंद्रित डिप्लोमा प्रोग्राम प्रदान करते हैं, जैसे कि: हेल्थ केयर असिस्टेंट (HCA) – 6 महीने का कार्यक्रम जो छात्रों को दीर्घकालिक देखभाल, सहायक आवास और घरेलू सहायता में कार्य के लिए तैयार करता है। अगला सत्र: 29 अगस्त 2025 (सुबह की कक्षाएं) बिजनेस एडमिनिस्ट्रेशन डिप्लोमा – 40 सप्ताह का कार्यक्रम जो छात्रों को विभिन्न करियर विकल्पों के लिए व्यावहारिक व्यवसाय कौशल प्रदान करता है। ऑफिस एडमिनिस्ट्रेशन डिप्लोमा – 25 सप्ताह का कार्यक्रम जो प्रशासनिक और तकनीकी कौशल विकसित करता है। सोशल सर्विस सपोर्ट वर्कर डिप्लोमा – सामाजिक सेवा क्षेत्रों में व्यक्तियों और परिवारों का समर्थन करने के लिए छात्रों को तैयार करता है। एडिक्शन कम्युनिटी सपोर्ट वर्कर डिप्लोमा – नशे की लत और मानसिक स्वास्थ्य समस्याओं से जूझ रहे व्यक्तियों की सहायता पर केंद्रित। सभी कार्यक्रम PTRIU द्वारा अनुमोदित हैं, जो गुणवत्ता शिक्षा और नौकरी के लिए तत्परता के प्रति हमारी प्रतिबद्धता को दर्शाते हैं। ویسٹ منسٹر کالج میں خوش آمدید، جو کہ 2007 میں قائم کیا گیا ایک نامزد لرننگ ادارہ (DLI) ہے اور PTRIU (پرائیویٹ ٹریننگ ریگولیشن اینڈ انسٹیٹیوشنز یونٹ) سے منظور شدہ ہے۔ ہم درج ذیل کیریئر پر مبنی ڈپلومہ پروگرامز پیش کرتے ہیں: ہیلتھ کیئر اسسٹنٹ (HCA) – چھ ماہ کا پروگرام جو طویل مدتی نگہداشت، معاون رہائش، اور گھریلو مدد میں کام کرنے کے لیے تیار کرتا ہے۔ اگلی داخلہ تاریخ: 29 اگست 2025 (صبح کی کلاسز) بزنس ایڈمنسٹریشن ڈپلومہ – 40 ہفتوں کا پروگرام جو طلباء کو مختلف کیریئر کے لیے عملی کاروباری مہارت فراہم کرتا ہے۔ آفس ایڈمنسٹریشن ڈپلومہ – 25 ہفتوں کا پروگرام جو ایڈمنسٹریٹو اور تکنیکی صلاحیتیں پیدا کرتا ہے۔ سوشل سروس سپورٹ ورکر ڈپلومہ – سوشل سروسز میں افراد اور خاندانوں کی معاونت کے لیے تیار کرتا ہے۔ ایڈکشن کمیونٹی سپورٹ ورکر ڈپلومہ – نشے اور ذہنی صحت کے مسائل سے نمٹنے والے افراد کی مدد پر توجہ مرکوز کرتا ہے۔ تمام پروگرامز PTRIU سے منظور شدہ ہیں، جو معیاری تعلیم اور ملازمت کی تیاری کے لیے ہمارے عزم کو ظاہر کرتے ہیں۔ ਵੈਸਟਮਿੰਸਟਰ ਕਾਲਜ ਵਿੱਚ ਤੁਹਾਡਾ ਸਵਾਗਤ ਹੈ, ਜੋ ਕਿ 2007 ਵਿੱਚ ਸਥਾਪਤ ਹੋਇਆ ਅਤੇ PTRIU (ਪ੍ਰਾਈਵੇਟ ਟ੍ਰੇਨਿੰਗ ਰੈਗੂਲੇਸ਼ਨ ਐਂਡ ਇੰਸਟੀਚੂਸ਼ਨਜ਼ ਯੂਨਿਟ) ਵੱਲੋਂ ਮਨਜ਼ੂਰਸ਼ੁਦਾ ਇੱਕ ਨਿਰਧਾਰਤ ਸਿੱਖਿਆ ਸੰਸਥਾ (DLI) ਹੈ। ਅਸੀਂ ਹੇਠ ਲਿਖੇ ਕਰੀਅਰ ਉੱਤੇ ਧਿਆਨ ਕੇਂਦਰਿਤ ਡਿਪਲੋਮਾ ਕੋਰਸ ਆਫ਼ਰ ਕਰਦੇ ਹਾਂ: ਹੈਲਥ ਕੇਅਰ ਅਸਿਸਟੈਂਟ (HCA) – 6 ਮਹੀਨੇ ਦਾ ਕੋਰਸ ਜੋ ਵਿਦਿਆਰਥੀਆਂ ਨੂੰ ਲੰਬੇ ਸਮੇਂ ਦੀ ਦੇਖਭਾਲ, ਸਹਾਇਕ ਜੀਵਨ ਅਤੇ ਘਰ-ਅਧਾਰਤ ਸਹਾਇਤਾ ਲਈ ਤਿਆਰ ਕਰਦਾ ਹੈ। ਅਗਲਾ ਇੰਟੇਕ: 29 ਅਗਸਤ 2025 (ਸਵੇਰੇ ਦੀਆਂ ਕਲਾਸਾਂ) ਬਿਜ਼ਨਸ ਐਡਮਿਨਿਸਟ੍ਰੇਸ਼ਨ ਡਿਪਲੋਮਾ – 40 ਹਫ਼ਤਿਆਂ ਦਾ ਕੋਰਸ ਜੋ ਵਿਦਿਆਰਥੀਆਂ ਨੂੰ ਵੱਖ-ਵੱਖ ਕਰੀਅਰ ਰਾਹਾਂ ਲਈ ਪ੍ਰੈਕਟਿਕਲ ਕਾਰੋਬਾਰੀ ਹੁਨਰ ਦਿੰਦਾ ਹੈ। ਆਫ਼ਿਸ ਐਡਮਿਨਿਸਟ੍ਰੇਸ਼ਨ ਡਿਪਲੋਮਾ – 25 ਹਫ਼ਤਿਆਂ ਦਾ ਕੋਰਸ ਜੋ ਕਾਰਜਕਾਰੀ ਤੇ ਤਕਨੀਕੀ ਹੁਨਰ ਵਿਕਸਿਤ ਕਰਦਾ ਹੈ। ਸੋਸ਼ਲ ਸਰਵਿਸ ਸਹਾਇਤਾ ਕਰਮਚਾਰੀ ਡਿਪਲੋਮਾ – ਵਿਦਿਆਰਥੀਆਂ ਨੂੰ ਸਮਾਜਕ ਸੇਵਾਵਾਂ ਵਿੱਚ ਵਿਅਕਤੀਆਂ ਅਤੇ ਪਰਿਵਾਰਾਂ ਦੀ ਸਹਾਇਤਾ ਲਈ ਤਿਆਰ ਕਰਦਾ ਹੈ। ਨਸ਼ੇ ਦੀ ਆਦਤ ਵਾਲਿਆਂ ਦੀ ਸਹਾਇਤਾ ਲਈ ਡਿਪਲੋਮਾ – ਨਸ਼ੇ ਅਤੇ ਮਾਨਸਿਕ ਸਿਹਤ ਸਮੱਸਿਆਵਾਂ ਨਾਲ ਨਜਿੱਠ ਰਹੇ ਵਿਅਕਤੀਆਂ ਦੀ ਸਹਾਇਤਾ ਉੱਤੇ ਧਿਆਨ ਕੇਂਦਰਿਤ। ਸਾਰੇ ਕੋਰਸ PTRIU ਵੱਲੋਂ ਮਨਜ਼ੂਰ ਹੋਏ ਹਨ, ਜੋ ਸਾਡੀ ਉੱਚ ਗੁਣਵੱਤਾ ਵਾਲੀ ਸਿੱਖਿਆ ਅਤੇ ਰੋਜ਼ਗਾਰ ਦੀ ਤਿਆਰੀ ਲਈ ਵਚਨਬੱਧਤਾ ਨੂੰ ਦਰਸਾਉਂਦੇ ਹਨ। 欢迎来到西敏斯特学院，这是一所于2007年成立的指定学习机构（DLI），并获得PTRIU（私人培训法规与机构单位）的批准。我们提供以职业为导向的文凭课程，包括： 健康护理助理（HCA） – 为期6个月，帮助学生胜任长期护理、辅助生活和家庭护理工作。 下一期开课：2025年8月29日（上午班） 工商管理文凭课程 – 40周的课程，提供实用的商业技能，帮助学生为多种职业路径做准备。 办公行政文凭课程 – 25周的课程，培养行政与技术办公技能。 社会服务支持工作者文凭 – 培养学生在社会服务中支持个人和家庭的能力。 成瘾社区支持工作者文凭 – 专注于支持有成瘾及心理健康问题的个人。 所有课程均获PTRIU批准，体现我们对优质教育和就业准备的承诺。 Maligayang pagdating sa Westminster College, isang Designated Learning Institution (DLI) na itinatag noong 2007 at aprubado ng PTRIU (Private Training Regulation & Institutions Unit). Nag-aalok kami ng mga diploma program na nakatuon sa karera kabilang ang: Health Care Assistant (HCA) – 6-buwang programa na naghahanda sa mga estudyante na magtrabaho sa long-term care, assisted living, at home support. Susunod na intake: Agosto 29, 2025 (Morning classes) Business Administration Diploma – Isang 40-linggong programa na nagtuturo ng praktikal na kasanayan sa negosyo upang ihanda ang mga estudyante para sa iba't ibang landas ng karera. Office Administration Diploma – Isang 25-linggong programa para sa mga kasanayang teknikal at administratibo. Social Service Support Worker Diploma – Naghahanda sa mga estudyante na tumulong sa mga indibidwal at pamilya sa social service field. Addictions Community Support Worker Diploma – Tumutok sa pagbibigay-suporta sa mga taong may adiksyon at isyu sa kalusugan ng pag-iisip. Lahat ng programa ay aprubado ng PTRIU, na sumasalamin sa aming dedikasyon sa kalidad ng edukasyon at paghahanda sa trabaho."

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