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Continuing Care Assistant
About The Program
The Continuing Care Assistant (CCA) Certificate program prepares you to become a qualified CCA in Nova Scotia, equipping you with the skills needed to provide respectful, person-focused care to individuals of all ages. Through interactive academic training and hands-on practice, you'll develop a comprehensive understanding of Canadian healthcare protocols and excellent patient-care techniques.
This 26-week in-person program combines classroom learning with real-world healthcare experience. You'll attend in-person lectures led by healthcare experts to develop the academic theory and knowledge required to put your skills into practice during hands-on placements. Complete one skills development placement and three mentorship placements in various care settings, including home care, nursing homes, acute care facilities, and other approved care settings. The program helps you develop the care-focused skills and attributes needed to successfully pass the provincial certification exam under the supervision of registered nurses and licensed practical nurses.
Career Opportunities
Graduate ready for roles including Continuing Care Assistant, Personal Support Worker, Home Health Aide, and Occupational Therapist Assistant in long-term care facilities, home care agencies, hospitals, and acute care facilities across Nova Scotia.
Why This Program?
- 26 weeks - fast-track to healthcare career
- High demand - 80% of facilities understaffed
- Multiple placements with expert supervision
- Scholarships and financial aid available
Program Details
Comprehensive Healthcare Training
Program Length: 26 weeks
Skills Development: 1 skills development placement
Mentorship Placements: 3 supervised placements in care settings
What You'll Gain
- Interactive academic training from healthcare experts in the field
- Multiple mentorship placements supervised by registered nurses and licensed practical nurses
- Provincial certification exam preparation to become a qualified CCA
- Career Academy Canada access - free career-readiness program for workplace success
- Hands-on experience in home care, nursing homes, and acute care facilities
Key Topics Covered
- Canadian Healthcare Protocols
- Patient-Care Techniques
- Person-Focused Care
- Daily Living Activities Support
- Feeding & Mobility Assistance
- Toileting & Personal Care
- Professional Communication
- Healthcare Safety Standards
Employment Outlook
Qualified Continuing Care Assistants (CCAs) are in high demand in Nova Scotia. In fact, 80% of long-term care facilities are running short of necessary staffing, and this number is growing because of the aging population. With excellent job prospects and a growing need for compassionate healthcare workers, CCAs have strong career opportunities across the province.
Perfect For You If:
- You're compassionate and want to make a meaningful difference in people's lives
- You're looking for a fast-track career path (under 6 months)
- You want to work in a high-demand healthcare field
- You're interested in free tuition opportunities
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