Advanced Communication Skills for Cognitive and Mental Health Challenges (HRCA 2291)

This course builds on concepts from other courses to assist with advanced approaches and strategies to communicate effectively with individuals experiencing cognitive or mental health challenges. The emphasis is on supporting clients by applying interpersonal communication strategies and trauma informed-practice to prevent and de-escalate responsive behaviors.
Course code: HRCA 2291
Credits: 3.0
Length: 60.0 hours
Course outline: view https://www.vcc.ca/vccphp/courseoutline?subject=HRCA&number=2291

Prerequisites

HRCA 1191, HRCA 1291, and either HRCA 2135 OR HRCA 1294.

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
72769September 2, 2025
to October 9, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: In Person
  Location: VCC Broadway Building B		Stanwood, Bev

Additional Information

  • Culture and Mental health in Canada

    Cognitive Challenges in Older Adulthood.

    Therapeutic communication strategies for the older adult (P.I.E.C.E.S. – Responsive Behavior)

    Gentle Persuasive Approach

    Individualized behavioural escalation prevention plans

    Respectful physical intervention principles to de-escalate responsive behaviours in a clinical setting

    Trauma-informed practice

    Provincial Violence Prevention Curriculum



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.