Concepts in Community Mental Health for HCAs (HLSC 613)
Course Name |
Concepts in Community Mental Health for HCAs |
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Course Description |
This course is intended for learners who have successfully completed an approved Health Care Assistant program and would like to review some of these skills prior to starting other health care courses, such as the Community Mental Health Worker program.
Please note:
HLSC 613 is not a prerequisite for any program in the Health Sciences Department.
HLSC 613 is not equivalent to the full Health Care Assistant Program.
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Subject Code |
HLSC 613
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Learning Objectives |
By the end of this course, student will be able to
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Tuition |
$159.00 (payable upon registration)
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Pre-requisite |
Proof of registration with the BC Care Aide Registry.
Completion of English 12 with a minimum grade of “C” or proof of equivalent as outlined in detail here: /programs-courses/general-information/admissions. |
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Course Content |
Topics covered include:
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Learning Resources
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All required resources will be provided within the course.
The primary resource used is Mosby’s Canadian Textbook for the Support Worker (most recent Canadian Edition). It is available through the ¼ϲʹٷվ Bookstore for anyone wishing to order a copy. It may also be available at public college libraries throughout BC where the Health Care Assistant Program is offered. This textbook is used by HCA programs throughout BC, and most of Canada. It is a good resource for anyone working as an HCA in BC.
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Instruction Method
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Interactive online course, delivered through Blackboard.
Due to the nature of an online delivery, the student will be expected be proficient in computer skills including email, adding attachments, navigating the internet etc. Resources for getting started with Blackboard are available online to help get the student comfortable in the Blackboard environment.
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Assignments |
Students will be expected to successfully complete assignments and quizzes.
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Grading |
This is a Mastery/Non-Mastery course.
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Completion Time-frame |
This is a self-paced course; students can complete at their own pace. Maximum course time-frame is two months from course start date to complete 28 hours of course content.
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Registration |
Registration is easy; simply complete the CE-HS Registration Form and submit it to: cehsadmin@douglascollege.ca, with proof of completion of the pre-requisite requirements. You will then be prompted for payment to the CE Registration office, to finalize your registration. |
CRN provided by department
Start Date | Deadline to Register |
Weekly, Monday | Wednesday prior |