Health Programs
Activity Assistant
Activity Assistant
Learn to develop and lead leisure and recreational activities for seniors with cognitive and physical challenges. This program appeals to qualified health care workers who want to make a short-term time commitment in exchange for long-term job satisfaction. Graduates of this program have made a difference by helping seniors engage in an active lifestyle.
Redesigned for 2010, classes will take place over six weekends (Friday evening, Saturday and Sunday) between January and May. Following the classroom sessions, 120 hours of practicum will be completed over 7 weeks to enhance your skills. Graduates find casual and temporary employment as Activity/Activation Assistants in care facilities, assisted living settings, adult day care programs, clients’ homes, seniors’ centres and residential group homes.
Admission requirement
• Home Support / Resident Care Attendant (RCA) Certificate or Health Care Assistant (HCA) or equivalent credential (e.g. RN or LPN)
Participation requirement
• Program registrants must attend a free Information Sessions. Please call
250-370-3550 to register.
- 2010Q3 ACAS 990V 001 • Tue • May 11 • 5:30-7pm
Wilna Thomas Bldg., Room 206 • Lansdowne
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For more information and to receive a detailed program catalogue, please call 250-370-4578 or cectinfo@camosun.bc.ca or visit the Activity Assistant Program website: camosun.ca/activity-assistant.
Hospital Unit Clerk Certificate Program
Hospital Unit Clerk Certificate Program
Skilled Unit Clerks who bring an excellent work ethic, compassion for people and a positive attitude to their jobs are needed in our health care system! These positions offer a competitive union wage of $20.46 per hour + 12.2% for casual work= approx $22.96, flexible hours, a fast-paced interactive environment, and an interesting variety of duties.
Learn more about this challenging and rewarding career of looking after the administrative and clerical requirements of a hospital unit. This 365 hour part-time certificate program will prepare graduates to apply for employment in a hospital as a Unit Clerk. The program begins in mid-September and finishes in May after the 125 hour practicum. Classes are held two weeknights and Saturdays. Class size is limited to 20 students. To receive a brochure with further course details, please call 250-370-4565 or go to the program website camosun.ca/unitclerk.
Program admission requirements
• Medical Terminology course, (min. 60 hr. course and 75% final grade taken in the last 5 years);
• 50 net wpm keyboarding speed (dated Sept 2009 or later). Net means 1 word taken off for every error;
• Grade 12 (including English 12) or GED completion; and,
• Attendance at one of the following Free Program Information Sessions.
Hospital Unit Clerk Program –
FREE Information Session
Registering for and attending an Information Session is required for students thinking of or wanting to apply for this program. During this informative session, the Program Coordinator will share information and answer your questions. Topics include: roles and duties performed by Unit Clerks, pros and cons of working in the field, job prospects, program curriculum and schedule. Please call 250-370-3550 to register.
- 2010Q3 UNIT 990V 001 • Apr.14 (1 session)
Wed • 6-7:30pm • Interurban
- 2010Q3 UNIT 990V 002 • May 18 (1 session)
Tue • 6-7:30pm • Interurban
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Medical Laboratory Assistant
Medical Laboratory Assistant
Classes begin in September!
Medical Laboratory Assistants perform a vital role as part of the medical laboratory team in hospitals and private laboratories. Industry professionals teach you how to collect blood and other specimens for analysis, perform electrocardiograms (ECG’s), and a variety of basic laboratory procedures.
This part-time program takes place two evenings per week and most Saturdays from September to May. Skills will be developed and practiced throughout the program in hospital and community lab settings. A four-week, full-time practicum helps prepare you for a meaningful and interesting career.
It is strongly recommended that you attend a free information session on one of the following dates (no registration required):
- Tue Apr. 6 • 5:30-7pm • Fisher Building, Room 302
Lansdowne
- Tue Jun. 1 • 5:30-7pm • Technologies Building, Room 175
Interurban
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For more information and to receive a detailed program catalogue, please call 250-370-4578 or cectinfo@camosun.bc.ca. or visit the Medical Laboratory Assistant Program website: camosun.ca/med-lab
Health Care Providers
Professional Development for Nurses
For nurses who want to refresh their current nursing practice and enhance their skill and techniques. Our goal is to help you feel safe and comfortable in a variety of nursing practice areas, and to enrich your critical thinking skills.
Note: This is not a CRNBC-approved Registered Nurse Re-entry Program. Current or RN or LPN registration is required. Courses are led by Camosun Nursing faculty. You may be assigned pre-reading prior to hands-on laboratory/classroom participation.
Psychomotor Skills
Refresh your skills within the current scope of your practice. Monitor, assess, and practice techniques together, using case studies in our lab. This hands-on course reviews wound management (dressing changes and drainage), CVAD, TPN, PICC lines, and infusion pumps. RN’s may review IV insertion techniques as time permits.
- 2010Q3 HLHS 701V 001 • May 8 (1 session)
Sat • 9am-4pm • $195 • Lansdowne, Nursing Lab
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Assessments (Nursing) New
Review theory and gain hands-on practice in our lab. This system-by-system health assessment overview covers respiratory, integuementary, CNS, cardiovascular, GI, genito-urinary, musculo-skeletal, and pain assessments. Mental Health not included.
- 2010W HLHS 702V 001 • Mar. 27 (1 session)
Sat • 9am-4pm • $195 • Lansdowne • Nursing Lab
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Pharmacology (Nursing) New
Update your knowledge of current pharmacology and medication administration for safe and competent practice. A review of drug classifications, adverse effects and most common considerations applicable to nursing will be presented. Includes new drugs that are common in clinical practice.
- 2010Q3 HLHS 703V 001 • Apr. 17 (1 session)
Sat • 9am-4pm • $195 • Lansdowne • Nursing Lab
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Diagnostics (Nursing) New
A review of pathophysiological concepts to improve your interpretation of the most common diagnostics (laboratory values and imaging) will be presented within brief case studies.
- 2010Q3 HLHS 704V 001 • May 15 (1 session)
Sat • 9am-4pm • $195 • Lansdowne • Nursing Lab
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Clinical Decision-Making (Nursing) New
Review complex medical based or trauma-based scenarios in our lab, and discuss how you will apply this learning to practice.
- 2010Q3 HLHS 705V 001 • Jun. 5 (1 session)
Sat • 9am-4pm • $195 • Lansdowne • Nursing Lab
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Immunization Certificate *New Format*
Course for LPNs
Certified by CLPNBC, this course provides Licensed Practical Nurses with the knowledge and skills to become certified in the preparation and administration of immunizations. Register now to receive your Independent Study material. Register at your convenience to attend the
Lab/Exam portion of the course. The next Lab/Exam dates are April 4 and September 5.
Special registration applies.
This course has a pre-work component. For detailed information and a registration
package, please call 250-370-4578 or email cectinfo@camosun.bc.ca.
Local Anesthesia for
Dental Hygienists
New
Designed for working dental hygienists that require certification in local anaesthesia as a condition of their license, this course provides both didactic and hands-on instruction for the use of local anaesthetics by the dental hygienist. Please call for an information and registration package. The next offering begins in September.
Special registration applies
This course has a pre-work component. For detailed information and a registration package, please call 250-370-4578 or email cectinfo@camosun.bc.ca.
Caring for Your Aging Parent New
Learn how to advocate for your parent’s health care needs. Know what to ask at the doctor and pharmacy, and how to track medical records. Discover what resources are available to support you, and how to navigate them.
- 2010Q3 HLHS 732V 001 • May 26- Jun. 9 (2 sessions)
Wed • 6-9pm • $75 • Lansdowne
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Basics of Medications for *New format*
Caregivers Part 1
This workshop is designed to help personal or professional caregivers ensure medications are given safely, legally and effectively. The unique problems of administering medications to children, the elderly and individuals with special needs will be addressed (not including narcotics or injections).
Register now to have your Independent Study material mailed to you.
- 2010Q3 HLHS 507V 001 $95 (non-refundable)
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Basics of Medications for *New format*
Caregivers Part 2
Allow one week to complete Independent Study Material and home assignment (Part 1) before attending Part 2 for the hands-on lab and examination. A Confirmation of Completion certificate will be mailed to students who write and pass an exam administered during the class. Prerequisite: HLHS 507V.
- 2010Q3 HLHS 517V 001 • Apr. 18 (1 session) Dr. Bridey Stirling
Sun • 9am-5:30pm • $40 • Lansdowne
- 2010Q3 HLHS 517V 002 • June 27 (1 session) Dr. Bridey Stirling
Sun • 9am-5:30pm • $40 • Lansdowne
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Child’s Play
Our fast-paced world has led us to build increasing structure into children’s play. Organized activities and electronic media can limit opportunities for development. This practical hands-on course for care providers and parents uses a creative drama approach as a starting point to interact and explore the world of play. Over one hundred activities, adaptable to children of all ages, will be explored during the six weeks.
- 2010Q3 HLHS 750V 001 • May 4-Jun8 (6 sessions)
Richard Braund
Tue • 6:30--8:30pm • $125 • Lansdowne
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Medical Office Skills
These courses are designed for those hoping to work in a medical environment or as professional development for those currently in the field wishing to enhance or strengthen their skills. A confirmation of completion grade letter is issued for Medical Terminology and an assessment score for VIHA-Medical Terminology Assessments.
Medical Terminology – Classroom
A very intensive course that will help you develop the skills you need to understand medical terms including common medical prefixes, suffixes and combining forms as well as an exploration of the body systems. This course is a fundamental prerequisite for most positions in the medical field. Students taking this course usually need to devote at least three to five hours of disciplined home study for each session. Strong fluency in spoken and written English language is essential. Purchase text (approx. $110) at the Bookstore, Interurban 250-370-4080, Lansdowne 250-370-3080.
- 2010W MEDC 500V 004 • Mar.16-Jun.19 (24 sessions)
Jean Abrahamson • No class Apr. 3, May 22, 29, Jun. 12
Tue • 6:30-9pm • $395 • Lansdowne
- 2010Q3 MEDC 500V 001 • Apr.19-Jul.19 (24 sessions)
Jean Abrahamson • No class May 24, Jun. 14, Jul. 1
Mon,Thu • 6:30-9pm • $395 • Interurban
- 2010Q3 MEDC 500V 002 • May 13-Aug.12 (24 sessions)
Angela Ndakwe • No class May 24, Jul. 1, Aug. 2
Mon,Thu • 6-8:30pm • $395 • Lansdowne
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VIHA – Medical Terminology Assessment
The Vancouver Island Health Authority (VIHA) has joined with Camosun College to be the sole administrator of the Medical Terminology Assessment for VIHA in Southern Vancouver Island. If you are applying for a VIHA position that requires Medical Terminology, the results of this test must accompany your VIHA Application for Employment. A copy of the VIHA application form can be picked up at any VIHA acute care site, or can be printed off the VIHA website at: www.viha.ca/careers/job_postings/default.htm.
The VIHA Medical Terminology Assessment is comprised of 50 multiple-choice questions. The minimum requirement to be considered for employment within VIHA is 72% (36/50). All test questions are based from “The Language of Medicine” text. Students wishing to study should use either the 7th or 8th edition.
To take the VIHA Medical Terminology Assessment students must pre-register for one of the sessions below by calling Camosun registration at 250-370-3550, as seats are limited. You must arrive at least 5 minutes before the scheduled start assessment time and will be required to provide VALID PHOTO ID prior to taking the test. You will be provided with a written copy of your assessment score upon completion of the test.
Important Note from VIHA: Taking and/or passing this medical terminology assessment in NO WAY guarantees employment with VIHA. Results are NOT currently recognized by other employers.
Evenings • 6-7pm • $25 • Interurban Campus
- Winter 2010
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2010W MEDC 600V 004 • Tue • Mar.16
- Spring 2010
- 2010Q3 MEDC 600V 001 • Wed • Apr.7
- 2010Q3 MEDC 600V 002 • Thu • Apr.29
- 2010Q3 MEDC 600V 003 • Mon • May 17
- 2010Q3 MEDC 600V 004 • Thu • Jun.3
- 2010Q3 MEDC 600V 005 • Wed • Jun.23
- Summer 2010
- 2010S MEDC 600V 001 • Wed • Jul.7
- 2010S MEDC 600V 002 • Thu • Jul.22
- 2010S MEDC 600V 003 • Wed • Aug.4
- 2010S MEDC 600V 004 • Mon • Aug.16
- Fall 2010
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2010F MEDC 600V 001 • Thu • Sep.2
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More offerings of the VIHA Medical Terminology Assessments will be in the Fall CE Calendar out August 7 or online camosun.ca/ce
