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Industrial Mechanics is an applied certificate program. It provides knowledge and skill development in installing, servicing, repairing and overhauling machines which produce industrial goods. You ...Continuing Care Assistant - (Part Time)
Registrations are now open for classes in September - December 2023 (please see below to register and pay)
Classes in 2024 will open in late Fall 2023.
Printable schedules and tuition information can be found at the bottom of this page.
You will require a laptop with a webcam and microphone. This is required for the classwork + exam delivery.
The part-time Continuing Care Assistant program is intended for students that will have 500 hours of work experience as a CCA once you are done all of your theory classes. With classes being offered 2 days per week, students can continue working while completing their studies. Registration is on a module-by-module basis, allowing payment at time of registration.
NOTE: this part-time program will only provide the THEORY classes of your CCA program, and DOES NOT include access to clinical placements. You must be able to apply for PLAR at the end of your program.
If you will need to take your CLIN100 and CLIN219, we suggest you take the full-time program.
If you are interested in applying for the part-time Continuing Care Assistant program, we highly recommend scheduling an appointment with a Cumberland advisor to discuss your options. Please contact Lindsey Moskal at lmoskal@cumberlandcollege.sk.ca
- You will be able to register on a module-by-module basis, allowing payment at time of registration.
- Classes will be held virtually on two days per week from 9am-4pm each day, unless otherwise indicated.
- Attendance is mandatory, so please plan accordingly.
- You will require a laptop with a webcam and microphone. This is required for the classwork + exam delivery.
- Final exams will be delivered in person, on campus in Melfort
- There is a maximum of 20 students per module.
- TRANSCRIPTS: you are not required to submit transcripts for this part-time program. (** Exception: SPCR108 requires admission to the program - Grade 12 or successful completion of fifteen (15) post-secondary credits from a recognized institution)
- LAB EXPERIENCES - you will be required to come to the Melfort campus. Ample time will be communicated with students when you can expect lab days.
- BOOKS - you are responsible for ordering your books from the Saskpoly bookstore. More information will be provided on how to order your books in early August. Please do not try to order before we provide you with directions.
- CANCELLATIONS - If you choose not to take a course you must cancel 3 business days, or more, before the course starts to receive a refund. If you cancel less than 3 business days before, then no refund will be received.
Contacts:
- Should you have any questions about program delivery - please contact the Program Coordinator - Rebecca Bryson
- For planning your courses, please contact our Advisor - Lindsey Moskal
Click HERE for returning students that want to continue classes from last year (moving into "Year 2"). Classes below will end in a letter "a" for Tuesday/Wednesday classes
Click HERE for new students that are starting the program new this year (starting "Year 1"). Classes below will end in a letter "b" for Thursday/Friday classes.
Courses available:
2b. Body Systems (ANAT100) Registrations close @ NOON Sept 25, 2023
You will receive a basic introduction to body systems. You will study the structure of organs and systems in the human body, and how they function efficiently.
This course will be delivered virtually on Thursdays and Fridays. The final exam will be face-to-face on campus in Melfort
Equivalent Course(s): ANAT 100CE, APHY 188, APHY 189
Tuition: $390.00
3a. Special Needs 1 (SPCR284) Registrations close @ NOON Oct 9,2023
Your studies will cover the basic needs and interventions of clients with disruptions in their sensory organs, body systems (i.e. cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, neurological and endocrine) and body functions (i.e. genitourinary and gastro-intestinal).
This course will be delivered virtually on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. The final exam will be on campus in Melfort.
Please register for this class if you are a RETURNING student. If you are NEW to the part-time CCA program, please register for COMM291
Equivalent Course(s): NEPS 291
Tuition: $575.00
3b. Interpersonal Communications (COMM291) Registrations close: @ NOON - Oct 16, 2023
You will develop employability skills through the study of interpersonal communications theory and applications in the workplace. Learning outcomes include the importance of self-awareness and self-esteem, perception problems, verbal and nonverbal messages, and listening skills, creating positive communication climates and resolving interpersonal conflict.
This class will be face-to-face on the Melfort campus on Thursdays and Fridays
Equivalent Course(s): BCOM 103, COMM 112, COMM 135, COMM 155, COMM 160, COMM 291CE, COMM 381, HUMR 182, HUMR 186, JOBS 190, NEPS 114, NURS 114, NURS 163
Tuition: $390.00
4a. Special Needs 2 (SPCR285) Registrations close @ NOON Nov 6, 2023
Your studies will cover the basic needs and interventions of clients with disruptions in their sensory organs, body systems (i.e. cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, neurological and endocrine) and body functions (i.e. genitourinary and gastro-intestinal).
This course will be delivered virtually on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. The final exam will be face-to-face on the Melfort campus.
Equivalent Course(s): NEPS 291
Tuition: $390.00
4b. Helping Skills (COMM197) Registrations close @ NOON Nov 6, 2023
You will apply communication skills to facilitate a helping relationship with your clients, their families, significant others, other health care staff, as well as various other professionals.
This course will be face-to-face on the Melfort campus on Thursdays and Fridays.
Equivalent Course(s): COMM 160, COMM 197CE, COMM 293, HUMR 186, NEPS 112, NURS 163
Tuition: $205.00
5a. Special Procedures (SPCR108) - Registrations close @ NOON Dec 15, 2023
This course requires admission to the CCA program. You must have completed Grade 12, or demonstrate successful completion of fifteen (15) post-secondary credits from a recognized institution. Transcripts are required for admission.
You will be introduced to the Continuing Care Assistant’s role in assisting with special procedures. You will learn about delegation and perform basic measurements and simple treatments. Client assessment will also be discussed. You will acquire the theory and skills required to assist clients who have post-acute surgical or medical conditions.
This course will be delivered virtually on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
There will also be mandatory on-campus lab dates in Melfort on February 6th & February 7th. Attendance is mandatory at the lab sessions to receive credit in this course.
Maximum class size is 14 due to lab component.
Tuition: $760.00
5b. Personal Care 1 (SPCR104) Registrations close at NOON Nov 20, 2023
You will have the opportunity to become skilled at assisting clients in meeting personal care needs. You will study infection control, body mechanics, bed making, positioning clients, oral care, and helping to feed clients.
SPCR104 will be delivered virtually on Thursdays and Fridays
There will be MANDATORY on-campus lab days in Melfort on December 7th & December 8th. Attendance is mandatory to receive credit in the course.
Maximum class size is 14 due to lab component.
Equivalent Course(s): SPCR 104CE
Tuition: $390.00
6a. End of Life Care (SPCR102) Registrations close at NOON Feb 19, 2024
Your studies will cover death and dying in the Canadian context. You will study the basic needs and interventions of the dying client. You will also cover grief, the grieving process and the impact of life threatening illnesses on the family members.
This course will be delivered virtually on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. The final exam will be face to face on the Melfort campus.
Tuition: $390.00
6b. Personal Care 2 (SPCR105) Registrations close: NOON - Dec 18,2023
Building on the skills you learned in Personal Care 1, you will become skilled at assisting clients in meeting personal care needs. You will study grooming and dressing, foot and nail care, and elimination care.
This course will be delivered virtually on Thursdays and Fridays
There will be MANDATORY on-campus dates in Melfort on January 18th, January 19th, and January 25th. Attendance is mandatory at these labs to receive credit in this course.
The tuition listed includes your lab kits.
Maximum class: 14 students due to lab component.
Prerequisites:
SPCR 104
Tuition: $611.657a. Observing, Reporting and Recording (SPCR101) - Registrations close @ NOON March 11, 2024
You will learn written and oral communication skills required in the work place. The course content includes basic concepts of simple arithmetic, basic medical terminology, concept mapping, observing and reporting on client’s status, client and personal work plans.
This course will be delivered virtually on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. The final exam will be face to face on campus in Melfort.
Tuition: $390.00
7b. Dementia Care (DEMC100) Registrations close at NOON - Jan 22, 2024
You will study the types, behaviors and assessment techniques for dementia. You will learn how to promote optimal levels of functioning throughout the disease progression and manage critical incidents. Issues related to institutional care placement and the impact dementia has on the family will be examined.
This course will be delivered virtually on Thursdays and Fridays.
You will have 1 day on campus in Melfort for lab work. Date to be confirmed.
Tuition: $760.00
8a. Community Care (SPCR107) - Registrations close April 1st, 2024
You will learn how to promote client independence in a safe home environment. Examination of community resources will help you learn how to promote socialization for seniors. Nutritional challenges and activity for seniors will be discussed as well as the employment standards for working alone in-home care.
This course includes a 1 day observed community exercise.
This course will be delivered virtually on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. The final exam will be face to face on campus in Melfort.
Tuition: $575.00
8b. Foundations of Sociology (SOC160) Registrations close: NOON - March 11, 2024
Using your sociological imagination, you will examine how to practice sociology, and learn about the importance of culture, socialization, and the family. You will discuss social inequality in Canada, as well as explore the concepts of social control and deviance. Your studies will also include issues related to the power of mass media, the dualism of sex and gender, and race and ethnicity. You will have an opportunity to examine collective behavior, social movements, social change, and globalization.
This course will be delivered virtually on Thursdays and Fridays
Equivalent Course(s): SOCI 184. Students who have previously completed either NUTR 198 or SOCI 171 will NOT need to take this new SOCI 160 course.
Tuition: $575.00
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