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Program Objectives
The Continuing Care Assistant program prepares students to deliver appropriate short or long-term care assistance and support services in either a long-term care facility or in home care.
The program will educate and train graduates with the necessary tools and skills to deliver appropriate, timely, and respectful client-focused care to the elderly, persons with disabilities or those recovering from illness or injuries and their families.
Career Opportunities
Career paths are wide and varied. Successful graduates can expect careers in long-term care facilities or private home care.
Certification
• National Association of Career Colleges for Personal Support Workers
• WHMIS Awareness Certificate
• Introduction to Occupational Health and Safety Act of New Brunswick
• St. John Ambulance Standard First Aid with Heartstart
Courses
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Role of the Personal Support Worker
Assisting a Person with Mobility
Assisting with Personal Hygiene
Household Management and Meal Preparation
Cognitive Impairment and Mental Health Issues
Assisting the Family
Assisting with Medications
Palliative Care
FIELD PLACEMENTS
Placement Long Term Facility
Placement Home Care Agency
COMPUTER SKILLS
Computer Fundamentals with keyboarding
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