• Grade 12 or equivalent with credits at or above the general level
• Two references from employers, not from family members
• Criminal Record Check (Vulnerable Sector) with no findings of guilt
• Written verification of 40 volunteer or paid hours, preferably within the last 5 years, in a long-term care, mental health or suitable facility that addresses special client care needs. More Information
• Standard First Aid and CPR Level C from a recognized First Aid/CPR Provider (this is a PDF and will open in a new window)
• Completion of a Holland College Medical Form (this is a PDF and will open in a new window)
• Valid Class 5 (cars and light trucks) driver’s license
• Current Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems (WHMIS) certificate
• Completion of an Immunization Verification Form (required after acceptance) (this is a PDF and will open in a new window)
• Résumé including work and volunteer experience with applicable dates, membership in groups, associations or athletics, awards and distinctions, and any other information about yourself relevant to the program

NOTE: Preference will be given to applicants with Grade 12 academic English. This program and industry require students to lift, move and transfer clients. Students are also required to conduct frequent handwashing, use soaps/lotions for bathing clients and be exposed to cleaning and sanitizing chemicals. Students who suffer from food allergies should also be aware that they are required to assist in feeding clients and are therefore exposed to a wide variety of foods.

International Student fee is an additional $3,930 per year (includes International Health Fee).

Graduates from this program may find employment with:

• Long-term care facilities
• Home support services
• Mental Health facilities
• Self-employment
• Acute care facilities