PROGRAM | HEALTH
Health Care Assistant
Hands-on training, real careers in long-term care.
Train for in-demand work in long-term care , assisted living, and home health across the Fraser Valley. Small classes, hands-on clinical practice, and warp-around supports get you ready for licensing and employment.
At a glance
Credential
Certificate
Duration
29 Weeks
Next intake
Confirm with college
Delivery
In-person, Sprott Shaw Chilliwack
Tuition
Tuition-free for Indigenous learners
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Healthcare Assistant at Seabird College
The Healthcare Assistant program prepares students for entry-level care work in long-term care facilities, assisted living, and home and community settings. Classes blend foundational knowledge with hands-on practice in lab and clinical settings, taught by instructors with current experience in BC’s care system.
Graduates leave the program eligible to register with the BC Care Aide and Community Health Worker Registry, opening the door to employment across the province. Indigenous and self-identifying Indigenous learners benefit from cultural support, Elder presence, and a learning environment grounded in care for the whole person.
Ready to apply?
A college representative will reach out within a few days of your inquiry.
AFTER GRADUATION
Where this program leads
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Care aide in long-term care
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Community health worker
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Assisted living worker
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Home support worker
Seabird College works with regional care employers and connects graduates to opportunities through SASET Employment Services on campus. Job search support starts before graduation, not after.