Resident Care Attendant/Assisted Living
The Resident Care Attendant/Assisted Living Diploma Program exemplifies an approach to education that is dynamic, progressive and collaborative. Our curriculum involves many aspects of health care and incorporates flexibility to keep pace with changes in the Canadian health care system. In an era of fiscal restraint and demographic shifts, changes in the current state of health services are imminent; and within this continuum of services, there is movement toward further diversification of occupations. As a Resident Care and Assisted Living Attendant, you would be an integral part of this process. You would provide support for chronic conditions and facilitate community and residential living where there is less need for acute medical attention. To work in this dynamic environment with a varied team of medical and support staff, you must be versatile, competent and confident.
This Diploma program is designed to equip you for employment in settings where there are chronic conditions requiring supportive and /or rehabilitative medical and non-medical attention over an extended period of time.
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Grade 12 or 19 years of age, Entrance Assessment, Certificate of good health, and a TB test clearance report. Clean Criminal Record
DIPLOMA REQUIREMENTS:
Overall Average of 60%
DIPLOMA PROGRAM
Full-time Program Duration
30 Weeks
Includes: Professional Development Days & Stat Holidays
Excludes: Winter Term Break, Spring Term Break & Summer Term Break
Tuition: $6,196 Domestic students / $7,750 International students
Other Fees: Contact admissions department
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
COURSE DESCRIPTORS
HERE ARE SOME OF THE EMPLOYERS OF MTI'S DA GRADUATES
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MTI has small class sizes
Smaller class sizes means greater hands on opportunity for MTI students. Students are able to access the instructor more easily and receive more assistance when required.
Students complete 80 hours of clinical skills before going out on practicum
MTI students are well prepared in their skills before going to practicum giving them the confidence to deal effectively with patients on practicum
Instructors are nurses that have worked in the field
High quality instruction that ensures students are extremely skilled upon graduation.
Hands-on practical learning using hospital lift, hospital bed, medical supplies and a medical teaching mannequin.
Students are able to learn hands on using materials and resources found in resident care facilities
Students create a care plan for someone living with dementia, using the Gentle Care Approach.
Students are taught to deal with dementia patients using the most highly regarded approach in healthcare. The hands-on practical experience with a care plan prepares students to be able to deal effectively with dementia patients after graduation.
Students create meal plans.
Students gain in-depth knowledge that will prepare them for home support or being able to identify special and therapeutic diets used in home care and long term care facilities.
MTI's program is a highly recognized program
MTI graduates get hired. Long-term Care facilities, Home Support Services, Private Personal Care Services, Group Homes, Adult Care Day Centres and Wellness Clinics all hire MTI graduates.
Program
The purpose of the Resident Care Aide program is to prepare graduates to work the elderly in home support settings and resident care facilities.
RCA Fundamentals
This course introduces the student to the diverse and dynamic field of being a Resident Care Attendants. Students will examine various settings and population groups which require the care attendant support, along with how this applies to the Canadian health care system.
Common Diseases
This course will assist the student in understanding acute and chronic conditions of common diseases. Students will be able to apply their knowledge in providing effective care to their assigned caseloads. Topics for discussion will include congestive heart failure, hypertension, arthritis, osteoporosis, diabetes, hepatitis and sexually transmitted diseases.
Communication
The communication course introduces both the verbal and nonverbal communication process. Students will learn how to communicate effectively with clients and their families, be able to identify communication barriers associated with hearing and vision loss and know how to apply techniques for effective conflict resolution.
Gentle Care
Gentle Care provides students with an understanding of Alzheimer’s disease and other related dementia and its effects on the person, family and other caregivers. Students will be able to identify and discuss the signs and symptoms of dementia and provide appropriate care with respect and dignity to the individual.
Home Support
This course covers the basic concepts of home management in the role of an resident care attendant in assistive living. Students will learn how to effectively clean the various areas of the home. Also covered in this course is the care of postpartum women, newborn infants and WHMIS.
Medical Terminology
Medical Terminology covers the broad base for medical terminology, abbreviations and the systems of the body. Students will learn to build medical words using the key components which also include the correct pronunciation and spelling of each term. Students also gain the understanding of proper utilization of terms to describe medical conditions and disease states.
Mental Health
This course provides students with an in-depth understanding of Mental Health Disorders and the effects on the patient, family and other caregivers. Students will be able to identify the signs and symptoms of the more common mental health disorders and provide appropriate care with respect and dignity to the individual.
Multiculturalism
This course is designed to give students a broad understanding of the differences between race ethnicity and culture. Students explore the factors that influence a person’s culture and learn to appreciate that culture influences a person’s attitudes and behaviours in many areas.
Nutrition
The basic concepts of nutrition and the impact of nutrition on overall health are covered in this course. Students will learn the functions and major sources of protein, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, minerals and water. Also covered will be special diets, enteral nutrition and FoodSafe
Personal Care Skills
The practical skills-based outcomes will be taught with a hands-on approach where students will learn the importance of hand-washing, how to prevent the spread of infection, develop safe techniques for assisting with mobility and positioning, assist with personal hygiene/grooming, provide assistance with bowel and bladder elimination, accurately measure and record vital signs, and provide assistance with postmortem care
Practicum
An on-site practicum provides the students with the opportunity to apply the theoretical skills learned in the classroom. The practicum offers the student experience and allows them to perform appropriate care to their assigned residents.
Career & Professional Development
This course focuses on preparing our future graduates in the job search and interview process. Students will develop a resume, a cover letter, and interview skills.
