Diploma in Health Care Assistant (International)

Our HCA program follows the government-developed curriculum, and is recognized by the BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker Registry. Incorporating theory and hands-on training in a high-fidelity simulation lab, this nine-month program prepares you to support older adults in independent, assisted, extended and palliative care. Becoming an HCA is an excellent opportunity for internationally educated healthcare professionals seeking a career that utilizes their previous education and expertise. You will receive a comprehensive orientation to the Canadian healthcare system. For some, this will be a career for life. Others may decide to further their careers and become a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) through our LPN diploma program. The Health Care Assistant program delivered by Stenberg College is recognized by the BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker Registry. Graduates of the Health Care Assistant program delivered by Stenberg College are eligible for registration with the BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker Registry.

Grade 10 graduation or 19 years of age Proof of meeting HCA Program Entry – Entry Language Competency Requirements as follows: Applicants who provide evidence of three years of full-time instruction in English* must also provide proof of one of the following: Completion of Grade 10 English (or higher). A minimum of a C grade is acceptable. Completion of college courses determined to be equivalent to Grade 10 English (or higher) by post-secondary institutions. A minimum of a C grade is acceptable. ACCUPLACER Next Generation Test Results: Reading 230, Writing 230 and Writeplacer 4