Assiniboine College is now accepting applications for its Comprehensive Health Care Aide program at Parkland Campus.
The six-month program is set to begin in January of next year.
Parkland Campus Director Carole Stewart says they are excited to be able to offer this program.
"Students will be learning in a state-of-the-art nursing lab where they will get lots of hands-on practice to make sure they are confident in their abilities. we also have excellent instructors who are experts in their field."
Course instructor Merryn Brandson says she has seen a wide variety of students take part in past offerings of this course.
"Right out of high school, to the mature students who have raised their families and are now looking for a career. The CHCA program opens doors within the health care field, in settings such as acute care, long-term care, and community settings, as well as working in medical clinics. "
Brandson adds there is currently a very high demand for Health Care Aids, especially in acute care and long-term care settings.
You can find out more information on this course by calling the college at 204-622-2222, or by going online to www.assiniboine.net/parkland
