Vancouver Coastal Health offers free Health Care Assistants (HCA) training courses - 100% free education and training (earn while you learn)

Are you interested in getting paid to learn, and having a job waiting for you as soon as your training is done? Jumpstart your career in health care with the Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) Health Career Access Program (HCAP).

To meet the growing demand for healthcare, Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is offering a valuable opportunity to those who are interested in a career in healthcare: a free Health Care Assistants (HCA) training course. This course is designed to provide professional training for future nursing assistants and help them master the skills needed in areas such as geriatric care, long-term care and community health.

During the accelerated training program, VCH will fully cover your salary, tuition and book expenses.

This free training program is also a valuable opportunity for those who want to enter the healthcare field but lack the financial resources to receive professional training and enter a stable career path without the burden of tuition.

Benefits of the free HCA training course provided by VCH

Professional training, zero tuition pressure

This course is completely free, reducing the financial burden on students, allowing them to focus on learning and improving their skills.

Strong career prospects

Upon completion of the HCA training, students will receive a widely recognized qualification and have the opportunity to work for VCH and its partner agencies. Nursing assistant positions are in high demand, especially in the long-term care and geriatric care sectors.Once your training is done, you’ll have a job with VCH.

Practical experience

The course not only covers theoretical knowledge, but also includes extensive practical training to help students gain valuable experience in a real-life care environment. This experience will enable them to immediately enter the workplace after graduation.

Personal growth and career development opportunities

As an HCA, students will learn how to provide basic daily care to patients, helping them with personal hygiene and medication management, among other tasks. This role is not only socially valuable, but also provides students with the opportunity to further their career development and may pursue a nursing degree or other medical professional courses in the future.

How do I apply for Vancouver Coastal Health's free HCA course?

The steps to apply for the free HCA training course are simple and are open to applicants who meet the following criteria:

Apply: Submit your application to the Talent Acquisition team.

Training: Attend training and work as a healthcare support worker with a mentor.

Work: Register as a Nursing Assistant with the BC Nursing Assistant and Community Health Worker Registry and work as a Community Health Worker or Health Care Assistant

The free Health Care Assistants training course offered by Vancouver Coastal Health is an excellent program designed to address the nursing workforce shortage and provides an ideal starting point for those interested in a career in the healthcare industry. Through this course, participants not only receive free professional training, but also quickly enter a field with high demand, stability and career development opportunities. If you have a passion for health care and are eager to start a career in the healthcare field, now is the best time to apply for this valuable opportunity!

Apply now to become a member of the VCH team and contribute your strength to the health of the community!