Concepts for Practice (HRCA 1183)

This course provides students with the opportunity to develop a theoretical framework for practice. Students will be introduced to the philosophical values and theoretical understandings that provide a foundation for competent practice as a Health Care Assistant. The course focuses on concepts of caring and person-centred care; basic human needs and human development; family, culture and diversity as they relate to health and healing. Students will also be introduced to a problem-solving model that will be critical to their practice.
Course code: HRCA 1183
Credits: 3.5
Length: 70.0 hours
Course outline: view https://www.vcc.ca/vccphp/courseoutline?subject=HRCA&number=1183

Schedule 1

Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.
CRN # Dates Day/Time/Location Instructor
61649May 14, 2025
to July 23, 2025
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  Delivery: Online with Scheduled Classes
  Location: Online
Perlas, Daniel Roy

Schedule 2

Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.
CRN # Dates Day/Time/Location Instructor
61664May 20, 2025
to August 12, 2025
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  Delivery: In Person
  Location: VCC Broadway Building B
Bandol, Aihra

Additional Information

  • Characteristics of Caring and Person-Centred Practice.
  • Basic Human Needs.
  • Human Development.
  • Family in Health and Healing
  • Diversity.
  • Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving.
  • Protection and Safety in Health and Healing.

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

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