Offered by College of the North Atlantic in Stephenville, Canada, Cert in Personal Care Attendant (PCA) is a certificate in Human Resource Management programme. The programme runs for 2 semesters. Tuition for international students is CAD 4,685 per semester (CAD 1,301 per semester for local students).
At a glance
Degree:Certificate
Field:Human Resource Management
Duration: 2 semesters
Local tuition: CAD 1,301 / semester
International tuition: CAD 4,685 / semester
We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page.
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College of the North Atlantic's Personal Care Attendant program is a two-semester certificate preparing students to provide direct, hands-on support to clients with disabilities, chronic illnesses, and cognitive challenges. Training covers holistic, client-centred care across home support, long-term care, hospital, and hospice settings, combining classroom instruction with skills labs and supervised practicum placements. Students learn personal care routines, mobility assistance, basic health monitoring, and communication techniques for working with vulnerable populations. The program is delivered through a mix of blended and on-campus formats depending on campus location. Before starting practicum placements, students must complete a criminal record and vulnerable sector check, hold current Standard or Intermediate First Aid and CPR (BLS) certification, and provide two non-family reference letters along with proof of at least 20 volunteer service hours completed within the past two years. Graduates are prepared for entry-level roles supporting personal care in community, residential, and health-care settings across Newfoundland and Labrador and beyond.
Requirements
Admission Requirements: Direct entry requires a High School Graduation Certificate or Grade 12 diploma, Adult Basic Education (Level III), or Mature Student status (age 19+, out of school at least one year). Applicants whose first language is not English must present an IELTS Academic Test overall band score of 7.0, with a minimum of 7.0 in Speaking, 7.5 in Listening, 6.5 in Reading, and 7.0 in Writing. Before beginning practicum placements, accepted students must complete a Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check, hold valid Standard or Intermediate First Aid and CPR (BLS) certification, provide two non-family reference letters, document at least 20 hours of volunteer service completed within the past two years, and submit a one-page personal statement.
