Health Care Aide Do you want to make a difference in your community? Do you genuinely care about helping others? Do you want a rewarding career that is in high demand? Northern Lakes College’s Health Care Aide program will prepare you for your career as a vital member of the health care team. Health Care Aides assist professional nurses in providing care to clients of all ages. They may work in acute care and continuing care settings, including long-term care, home care, and assisted living. This program is accessible, flexible and delivered in a manner to support each student’s individual success. PROGRAM DATES 2 Offerings
September 2017 – February 2018 February 2018 – June 2018
DELIVERY
Blended and Face-to-face
LENGTH
Five months of full-time study
Health Care Aide – Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) This short program is suitable for non-certified Health Care Aides who wish to receive recognition for their knowledge and experience. If a challenge is not successful, you will be required to enroll in and complete the entire course in the Employed Student Tutored Education program. PROGRAM DATES
September 2017 – August 2018
DELIVERY
NLC Anytime, Anywhere and Face-to-face
LENGTH
Three months of full-time study
You may start the 1st day of any month (with the exception of July and August) if you register by the 10th day of the previous month.
Health Careers
Health Care Aide – Employed Student Tutored Education Program (eSTEP) If you are a non-certified Health Care Aide seeking certification, Northern Lakes College’s Health Care Aide eSTEP program is for you. The Employed Student Tutored Education program (eSTEP) is an online, distance-delivered program designed to provide employed students with the support they require to gain certification as a Health Care Aide. You will continue to gain work experience in the clinical setting, and that experience may be eligible for practicum credits. You will have one year to complete the program and will graduate with a Government of Alberta Health Care Aide Certificate. PROGRAM DATES
September 2017 – May 2019
DELIVERY
NLC Anytime, Anywhere
LENGTH
Five months of full-time study
Full-time and part-time studies available
You may start the 1st day of any month (with the exception of July and August) if you register by the 10th day of the previous month. Academic requirements, tuition, and dates are subject to change. Please see the website www.northernlakescollege.ca for up to date information on all programs. Northern Lakes College ViewBook 2017/18
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