This program is full. It is closed for 2025.
Become a Health Care Aide

Suite 750 (7th Floor)
13450 102 Avenue
Surrey, BC V3T 5X3

Health Care Assistant Program (HCA)
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15-month program with co-op.
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Northern Life will help secure an LMIA job upon graduation.
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Affordable program with installment payment structure
Health care assistants are members of the health care team who provide personal care in a variety of health care settings including hospitals, assisted living facilities, group homes, residential care and community care.

Admission
Let us submit your admission application to Stenberg College at no cost.
Requirements:
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Passport
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Police Clearance (NBI Clearance)
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Official English Exam Results
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IELTS General Training​ or Academic:
5.5 in Reading and Writing & 6.0 in Speaking and Listening -
CELPIP General
6.0 in Reading and Writing & 7.0 in Speaking and Listening
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Resume​
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Diplomas and/or Certificates (if any)
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Educational Transcripts (TOR)
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You must be a high school graduate in your home country
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Four Steps to Your New Life in Canada
Healthcare workers are in high demand across Canada. There is a labour shortage for healthcare workers in every province in Canada. Now is the best time to come to Canada and jump into an industry that needs you! Completing a diploma at Stenberg College will lay the foundation to your future PR application.
Step One
Six months of in-class learning.
Your program will take place at Stenberg's Surrey campus, located next to Surrey Central Skytrain Station.
You may work 24 hours/week during this time.
Step Two
Four month break
The program has a scheduled four month break. During this time, you may work full-time anywhere you want.
Step Three
Five months of co-op
Stenberg will then place you into a co-op job in a care facility. You will work full-time and utilize the skills you've picked-up in class. This a great chance to get practical hands-on experience. You may work 24 hours/week off-campus during this time.
Step Four
Apply for a work permit
Before you graduate, Northern Life will help secure an Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) for you. This means you'll have a seamless transition from Study Permit to Work Permit. LMIA jobs offered are for in-home caregivers for children or seniors.
Book your IELTS General Training Exam

Reduced Deposit
Northern Life clients have a reduced initial tuition deposit. Save $850 on your initial tuition deposit at Stenberg College. Just one of the many benefits of working with us!
*Only to new applicants referred to Stenberg College by Northern Life.
Professional
Fee:
Update November 2024.
Study Permit Without Prior Refusal: $3,500 CAD
Study Permit With Prior Refusal: $4,000 CAD
- Professional fee prices are exclusive to Stenberg College programs.
- Pricing does not include tuition fees