HCAS STEP2 Hcas Step 2 Admission Requirements
0 Credits

this is a non academic course created to ensure step 2 program admissions requirements are met before students continue onto HCAS 1081. This course should be scheduled 2 weeks before 1081 course start date and coordinator of the program shoudld be added at a 0% load. Coordinator is responsible for grading students out once all step 2 documentation has been recieved or else records will withdraw for NP reasons from HCAS 1081 1091 and 1101 Section start date should be first day of the program/cohort start and end date should be two weeks before HCAS 1071 end date.

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HCAS 1011 Concepts for Practice
2.5 Credits

This course provides learners with the opportunity to develop a theoretical framework for practice. Learners will be introduced to the philosophical values and theoretical understandings that provide a foundation for competent practice as a Health Care Assistant. The course focuses on concepts of caring and person-centred care, basic human needs and human development, and family, culture, and diversity as they relate to health and healing. Learners will also be introduced to a problem-solving model that will be critical to their practice.

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HCAS 1021 Introduction to Practice
1 Credit

This course provides an introduction to the role of the Health Care Assistant within the British Columbia health care system. Learners will be introduced to the healthcare team and the roles and functions of HCAs within the team. Learners will also have opportunities to develop self-reflective skills required for competent practice and will be introduced to effective job-finding approaches.

Prerequisites
Minimum B- in all previous HCA courses: HCAS 1011

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HCAS 1031 Interpersonal Communications
1.5 Credits

This course focuses on the development of self-awareness, increased understanding of others, and development of effective interpersonal communication skills that can be used in a variety of caregiving contexts. Learners will be encouraged to become more aware of the impact of their own communication choices and patterns. They will have opportunities to develop and use communication techniques that demonstrate personal awareness, respect, and active listening skills.

Prerequisites
Minimum B- in all previous HCA courses: HCAS 1011, HCAS 1021

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HCAS 1041 Lifestyle and Choices
1 Credit

This course introduces learners to a holistic concept of health and the components of a health-enhancing lifestyle. Learners will be invited to reflect on their own experience of health, recognizing challenges and resources that can impact lifestyle choices. Learners will be introduced to a model that can be applied in other courses to understand the multi-faceted aspects of health and healing.

Prerequisites
Minimum of B- in all previous HCA courses: HCAS 1011, HCAS 1021, HCAS 1031

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HCAS 1051 Common Health Challenges
4 Credits

This course introduces learners to the normal structure and function of the human body and normal bodily changes associated with aging. Learners will explore common challenges to health and healing in relation to each body system. Learners will also be encouraged to explore person-centred practice as it relates to the common challenges to health and, in particular, to end-of-life care.

Prerequisites
Minimum B- in all previous HCA courses: HCAS 1011, HCAS 1021, HCAS 1031 HCAS 1041

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HCAS 1061 Cognitive or Mental Health Challenges
2 Credits

This course builds on content from other courses to assist learners to explore concepts and caregiving approaches that will allow them to work effectively with individuals experiencing cognitive and/or mental health challenges. The emphasis in this course is on supporting clients with dementia, recognizing responsive behaviours, and identifying person-centred intervention strategies.

Prerequisites
Minimum B- in HCAS 1011, HCAS 1021, HCAS 1031 HCAS 1041, HCAS 1051

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HCAS 1071 Personal Care & Assistance
4 Credits

This practical course offers learners the opportunity to acquire personal care and assistance skills within the parameters of the HCA role. The course is comprised of theory and supervised laboratory experiences which assist the learner to integrate theory from other courses to develop caregiver skills that maintain and promote the comfort, safety and independence of individuals in community and facility contexts.

Prerequisites
Step 2 documentation as listed in the admissions requirements for the program.

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HCAS 1081 Practice in Multi-Level/Complex Care
5 Credits

This supervised practice experience provides learners with an opportunity to apply knowledge and skills from all other courses in the program with individuals in a multi-level or complex care setting. A portion of this clinical experience will be devoted to working with individuals with dementia. Opportunity will be provided for learners to gain expertise and confidence with the role of the HCA within a complex care facility.

Prerequisites
Minimum grade B- in HCAS 1011, HCAS 1021, HCAS 1031, HCAS 1041, HCAS 1051, HCAS 1061 and Credit received for HCAS 1071. Step 2 documentation as listed in the admissions requirements for the program.

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HCAS 1091 Experience in Home Support/Assisted Liv
2 Credits

This practice course provides learners with an opportunity to apply knowledge and skills from all other courses with individuals and families in a community setting. Opportunity will be provided for learners to become more familiar with the role of the HCA within a Home Support Agency, Assisted Living Facility and/or a Group Home, and to gain abilities that will prepare graduates for employment in these settings. It is important that learners understand the philosophy of community care settings and importance of client choice and independence.

Prerequisites
Minimum B- in HCAS 1011, HCAS 1021, HCAS 1031, HCAS 1041, HCAS 1051, HCAS 1061, and Credit received for HCAS 1071 and HCAS 1081. Step 2 documentation as listed in the admissions requirements for the program must remain current through the length of the course.

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HCAS 1101 Complex Care Preceptorship
2 Credits

This practice course provides learners with an opportunity to transition from the role of a learner to a graduate Health Care Assistant in a multi-level or complex care setting. Learners will gain insights, awareness and knowledge towards effectively functioning as Health Care Assistants.

Prerequisites
Minimum Grade of B- in HCAS 1011, HCAS 1021, HCAS 1031, HCAS 1041, HCAS 1051, HCAS 1061, Credit received for HCAS 1071, HCAS 1081. Step 2 documentation as listed in the admissions requirements for the program must remain current through the length of the course

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