Personal Care Attendant – Medical
Full-Time Online · 23 Weeks · 720 Hours

Full-Time Online · 23 Weeks · 720 Hours

Program Overview

The Personal Care Attendant – Medical online program is a comprehensive 23 Weeks training program that prepares students for entry-level employment in hospitals, long-term care facilities, nursing homes, and community health care settings. Students gain the knowledge, practical skills, and professional competencies to assist patients with daily living activities, support nursing staff, and contribute to patient comfort and safety. The program combines online instruction with a supervised Clinical Placement.

Career Opportunities

Learning Outcomes

Bathe, dress and groom patients; serve meal trays and assist with feeding
Weigh, lift, turn, and position patients safely
Take blood pressure, temperature and pulse; report fluid intake and output
Observe and monitor patient status; document care on charts
Collect specimens; administer suppositories and enemas as directed
Administer first aid in emergency situations within scope of competencies
Transport patients by wheelchair or stretcher for treatment or surgery
Apply infection-control and WHMIS / MSDS protocols

Admission Requirements

High school graduation diploma or equivalent

GED or equivalent certificate accepted

Mature student – detailed resume outlining experience and qualifications must be submitted

Students must meet one (1) of the above requirements to be eligible for admission

Provincial and Federal student loans available to qualifying New Brunswick students via studentaid.gnb.ca

Temporary permit holders may qualify for this program, call Admissions Team for more details to confirm.

Full Time Online

Ready to Start?

Begin your healthcare career in 23 Weeks — fully online.