Certificate of Continuing Care Assistant

Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Continuing Care Assistants (CCAs) have been called the eyes and ears of the frail and vulnerable. The need for CCAs has never been greater and employment opportunities are available in a variety of settings. You’ll support clients with ambulation, meal assistance/nutrition, personal care (bathing, toileting, dressing and grooming), medication monitoring, communication, and end of life care. You’ll work directly with clients across the life span who have a variety of health care needs and you’ll become an important and respected member of the healthcare team. Saskatchewan Polytechnic's Continuing Care Assistant program is a certificate program that you can take in Saskatoon, Regina or Prince Albert. You can also take it through your local regional college or through part-time distance flexible learning through the Centre for Continuing Education. The program combines classroom instruction with hands-on learning in labs and during clinical practicums. You’ll build knowledge and skills in: addressing individual psychosocial needs. developing effective communication skills. using personal protective equipment when working with infectious diseases. performing personal care such as bathing and toileting for older adults. death and dying practices. dementia management strategies. gerontology (a major area of study). long-term care philosophy in different settings. promoting independence in a safe environment. working with individuals with different physical and cognitive impairments. working with people of different cultures and lifestyles.

Saskatoon Campus