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ANAT 100 - Body Systems |
You will receive a basic introduction to body systems. You will study the structure of organs and systems in the human body, and how they function efficiently. |
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CLIN 100 - Clinical 1 Special Care |
In a long-term care setting, you will participate in a supervised clinical experience following the hours of work of that site. You will assist clients who require personal care/comfort. |
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CLIN 219 - Clinical 2 Special Care |
In a long-term care setting, you will participate in a supervised clinical experience following the hours of work of that clinical site. You will provide care for clients who require assistance with activities of daily living. |
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CLIN 232 - Clinical 3 Home Care/Community Services |
In the home care/community services clinical setting, you will work under the supervision of a buddy or a staff member. You will demonstrate employability skills, comply with agency policies and procedures, communicate effectively, provide basic client care, and ensure client and personal safety. |
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COMM 281 - Special Needs 1
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Your studies will cover the basic needs and interventions of clients with disruptions in their sensory organs, body systems (i.e., cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, neurological, and endocrine) and body functions (i.e., genitourinary and gastro-intestinal). |
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COMM 291 - Interpersonal Communications
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You will develop employability skills through the study of interpersonal communications theory and applications in the workplace. Learning outcomes include the importance of self-awareness and self-esteem, perception problems, verbal and nonverbal messages, listening skills, creating positive communication climates and resolving interpersonal conflict. |
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COMM 197 - Helping Skills
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You will utilize a communication framework to facilitate a helping relationship with your clients. |
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HUMD 187 - Human Growth & Development |
You will learn the physical, social, intellectual, and emotional aspects of human growth and development from infancy to old age. You will also study the effects of aging on society. |
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NUTR 198 - Nutrition |
You will learn normal nutritional requirements based on Eating Well with Canada's Food Guide. The course content also includes exploring how to maintain optimal nutritional balance for your clients. |
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SANT 181 - FoodSafe Level 1 |
You will learn sanitary food handling techniques that reduce the risk of food poisoning. You will receive a FoodSafe certificate upon successful completion. |
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SFTY 194 - Professional Assault Response Training (PART) |
You will participate in professional assault response training to provide you with defensive and preventive skills. You will receive a PART certificate upon successful completion. |
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SPCR 100 - Transferring Lifting Repositioning (TLR) |
You will participate in activities to move and position clients/objects in health care settings using minimal physical effort and maximizing the use of mechanical aids and equipment. The course focuses on client/caregiver safety. You will receive a TLR certificate upon successful completion. |
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SPCR 284 - Special Needs 1 |
Your studies will cover the basic needs and interventions of clients with disruptions in their sensory organs, body systems (i.e., cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, neurological, and endocrine) and body functions (i.e., genitourinary and gastro-intestinal). |
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SPCR 285 - Special Needs 2
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Your studies will cover the basic needs and interventions of clients with infectious diseases, cancer, altered mental abilities, disruption in mental health, alcohol dependency and drug dependency. |
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DEMC 183 - Dementia Behaviour |
Your studies will address causes, stages and behaviours of dementia, behaviour mapping techniques and interventions that promote optimal level of functioning. |
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DEMC 280 - Dementia Family Care
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You will learn how those with dementia are assessed and how to intervene in emergency situations. You will discuss environments and issues related to institutional care placement and the impact dementia has on families. |
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SPCR 101 - Observing, Reporting, and Recording |
You will learn written and oral communication skills required in the workplace. The course content includes basic medical terminology, message communication, observing and reporting on client's status, client and personal work plans. |
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SPCR 102 - End of Life Care
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Your studies will cover death and dying in the Canadian context. You will study the basic needs and interventions of the dying client. You will also cover grief, the grieving process, and the impact of life-threatening illnesses on the family members. |
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SPCR 103 - Assisting with Special Procedures |
You will be introduced to the Continuing Care Assistant's role in assisting with special procedures. You will learn how to delegate, carry out basic measurements, perform simple treatments and be introduced to client assessment. You will also learn the CCA's role in assisting clients with medications. |
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SPCR 180 - Safe Environment |
You will learn how to promote client independence in a safe, comfortable and pleasant environment. You will study fire safety, emergency response, and WHMIS. |
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SPCR 182 - Personal Care |
You will have the opportunity to become skilled at assisting clients in meeting personal care needs. You will study infection control, body mechanics, bed making, grooming and dressing, oral care, foot and nail care, feeding clients, bowel and bladder care, turning and positioning clients and range of motion exercises. |
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SPCR 184 - Post Acute Care
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You will acquire the theory and develop the skills needed to help clients meet their needs in the post acute care phase. This may include surgical clients or clients with recent acute medical conditions. |
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SPCR 192 - Personal Competence |
Your studies will focus on the goals and philosophy of Health Care Services in Saskatchewan. You will learn how these goals are reflected in the activities of the agency and on your role as a caregiver. You will learn about your role in providing care services within a multicultural dynamic setting. The course content also includes interprofessional work environments, personal health, employability skills, and types of abuse (i.e., caregiver, neglect and abandonment, sexual and financial). |
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