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.
Admissions
OSSD or Mature Student Status
If you are interested in completing the entire certificate program, please click here to sign up prior to registering for your courses. See Program of Study or Course Delivery tabs to register for individual courses.
Career Opportunities
Graduates may find employment in the long-term care or home care sectors. Graduates who are interested in pursuing the Personal Support Worker program will receive some advanced standing after completion of this program.
Certificate requirements
In order to obtain the Certificate of Completion, the following courses must be completed:
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| HEA 1401 | Infection Control | 1 |
| HEA 1402 | Caring Essentials | 1 |
| HEA 1403 | Supporting Mobility | 1 |
| HEA 1404 | Assisting with Personal Grooming and Hygiene | 1 |
| HEA 1405 | Assisting with Meals | 1 |
| HEA 1406 | Observation and Problem Solving | 1 |
To apply to this program, please email continuing@cambriancollege.ca with your request. Our team will be happy to assist you with the application process.
Course delivery
Please visit Cambrian College's eStore to see which courses from this program are available for registration at this time.
Courses are delivered asynchronously online. This means you do not have to log in at a specific day or time to complete your coursework. However, you are responsible for meeting all course due dates as posted within the course. Most courses will have weekly modules or assignments to complete. We recommend that students budget a minimum of 5 hours per week per 3-credit course they are taking online to be successful.
Important Note: Cambrian College reserves the right to cancel the offering of courses in certain terms.
Please note: Cambrian College strives to ensure the accuracy of the information on this website. Please note that the academic curriculum is continually reviewed and revised to ensure that Cambrian's programs and courses remain relevant. The College reserves the right to cancel or make changes to any course or program, fee, procedure, or campus location at any time.
