Common Health Challenges 4 (HRCA 2240)

This course is designed to discuss the Canadian cultural contexts in which HCAs work with clients experiencing common health challenges. The course focuses on the role of the HCA in supporting clients with common health challenges in a variety of cultural and societal contexts. The Health Care Assistant’s ethical and legal responsibility in advocating for clients and families will be discussed. Students will explore their understanding of cultural safety and humility.
Course code: HRCA 2240
Credits: 2.0
Length: 30.0 hours
Course outline: view https://www.vcc.ca/vccphp/courseoutline?subject=HRCA&number=2240

Schedule †

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
72768September 2, 2025
to October 8, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: In Person
  Location: VCC Broadway Building B		Brar, Ash Harpaul

Additional Information

  • Determinants of Health

    Challenges Facing Older Adults (ie: Isolation, Access to Health Services)

    Legal and Ethical Practice

    Delegation of Tasks

    Indigenous Health Perspectives

    2SLGBTQIA Health Perspectives

    Lifelong learning, self-evaluation

    Advocacy and Social Justice

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

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† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.