Health Care Support Worker

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This badge certifies that the learner has completed Health Care Support Worker offered by Red River College.

This micro-credential develops the knowledge and skills students will need to work as an Uncertified Health Care Aide. Students will become familiar with the expectations and responsibilities of the role and the knowledge and skills required to work safely in personal care homes. This will include such topics as interpersonal communications, gerontological care and the support for the physical care, emotional care and daily activities of persons in personal care homes. The hands-on skills required will be further developed through a simulated laboratory setting.

Total Instructional Time:

29 hours theory including 6 10-minute theory assessments 16 hours hands-on lab 45 hours total (including hands-on lab)

Knowledge and Skills Demonstrated:

This badge certifies that the learner can demonstrate the following knowledge and skills:

• Demonstrate an understanding of the role of both the Uncertified Health Care Aide (U-HCA) and Health Care Aide (HCA) within the health care environment.
• Demonstrate a caring approach to promote the physical and social well-being of the client.
• Assist clients to maintain independence within their capabilities.
• Communicate effectively with clients and other health team members.
• Perform care-giving skills safely, competently, and in an organized manner in a PCH.
• Relate own beliefs, values, and choices as they impact the U-HCA role and responsibilities including self-care.
• Perform the U-HCA role in a safe, responsible, and accountable manner.

Evidence/Criteria for Success:

The badge earner has met the following criteria for success:

• Has achieved a score of 70% or higher on 6 theory assessments.
• Has demonstrated care-giving skills including assisting with bedmaking, meals, and client hygiene.
• Has demonstrated routine practices regarding donning and doffing of PPE, correct hand hygiene procedures, and isolation procedures.
• Has demonstrated assisting with moving, positioning, and transferring a client (including assisting with a mechanical lift).