About the course

Learn to provide person-centered care and promote physical, emotional, cognitive, and social well-being of clients in continuing care environments in British Columbia. The program is divided into four terms. The theory component is delivered through class discussion groups, student presentations, lectures, online activities, demonstrations and guest speakers. Students apply the theory in the laboratory, clinical and practicum settings. Instruction in professional communication skills is provided throughout the program to support success in students' studies and the workplace. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 2 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Vancouver
Summer (May), 2024	Vancouver
Fall (September), 2024	Vancouver
Spring (January), 2025	Vancouver
Fall (September), 2025	Vancouver

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Vancouver Community College

High School Graduation

　　18 years of age or older

　　English Language Proficiency, as required by the BC Care Aide and Community Health Worker Registry

　　Completion of the VCC English Language Declaration form

　　English Language Proficiency is demonstrated by one of the following:

　　English 10 minimum C grade, or equivalent

　　IELTS: Overall score of 6 with a minimum of 6 in Speaking and Listening and no score lower than 5.5 in Reading and Writing

　　TOEFL IBT - Overall score of 76 with no score lower than 20 in Speaking and Listening and no score lower than 18 in Reading and Writing

　　Applicants must submit official transcripts and educational documents as required by their course or program.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 76.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Vancouver Community College. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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