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Concepts in Community Mental Health for Non-HCAs |
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Course Description |
This course is intended for learners who have not previously completed an approved Health Care Assistant program but are interested in basic health and caregiving information and skills.
Please note:
HLSC 612 is not a prerequisite for any program in the Health Sciences Department.
HLSC 612 is not equivalent to the full Health Care Assistant Program.
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Subject Code |
HLSC 612
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Learning Objectives |
By the end of this course, student will be able to
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Tuition |
$795.00 (payable upon registration)
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Pre-requisite |
Completion of English 12 with a minimum grade of “C” or proof of equivalent as outlined in detail here: /programs-courses/general-information/admissions.
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Course Content |
Topics covered include:
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Learning Resources
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All required resources will be provided within the course.
The primary resource used is Mosby’s Canadian Textbook for the Support Worker (most recent Canadian Edition). It is available through the for anyone wishing to order a copy. It may also be available at public college libraries throughout BC where the Health Care Assistant Program is offered. This textbook is used by HCA programs throughout BC, and most of Canada. It is a good resource for anyone working as an HCA in BC.
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Instruction Method
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Interactive online course, delivered through Blackboard.
Due to the nature of an online delivery, the student will be expected be proficient in computer skills including email, adding attachments, navigating the internet etc. Resources for getting started with Blackboard are available online to help get the student comfortable in the Blackboard environment.
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Assignments |
Students will be expected to complete a series of short assignments.
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Grading |
The course will be graded; 50% is the passing requirement.
Students will be required to complete all assignments and a final exam.
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Completion Time-frame |
This is a self-paced course; students can complete at their own pace. Maximum course time-frame is four months from course start date to complete 60 hours of course content.
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Registration |
Registration is easy; simply complete the CE-HS Registration Form and submit it to: cehsadmin@douglascollege.ca, with proof of completion of the pre-requisite requirements. You will then be prompted for payment to the CE Registration office, to finalize your registration.
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CRN provided by department
Start Date | Deadline to Register |
Weekly, Monday | Wednesday prior |