Niitsitapi Health Care Aide Program

• English 20-1 or 20-2 with a minimum score of 60% achieved or Canadian jurisdiction equivalent;
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• English 30-1 or 30-2 with a minimum of 55% or Canadian jurisdiction equivalent, such as a Canadian High School Equivalency Diploma (General Education Development-test (GED));
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• Deemed equivalent by completion of Next-Generation ACCUPLACER (assessment placement test) reading and writing tests, with a minimum score of 237 in each category. The math test is not required.

‍Note: Students who have not met the ELA requirement (i.e., 20-1, 20-2, 30-1, or 30-2 English level) with the minimum grade are subject to completing the Next- Generation ACCUPLACER assessment test. This can include students out of province, out of country, or mature students that have been out of school for a significant length of time.‍

Candidates must possess knowledge of computer/technology tools to be successful in the program. Candidates must:

· Be able to communicate, research and understand information

· Know how to use computer to surf web, email

· Be able to critically evaluate and understand how technology can affect one’s behavior

· Be able to create, produce content and effectively communicate using email, media, internet

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To be eligible for the HCA PLAR, you need to provide proof of the following:

· Previous employment, including a job description, totaling 600+ hours within the past three years as an HCA or personal care provider.

· English Language Proficiency requirement (see HCA program admission requirements)

· Once you have applied to the HCA program and the application has been reviewed, you will receive notification of your acceptance status via email. Directions on your next steps will be given in these emails.

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