Continuing Care Assistant Certificate
Martensville Campus, Canada
Continuing Care Assistant Certificate
Great Plains College
Health Care / Continuing Care
Program Overview: Continuing Care Assistant Certificate
The Continuing Care Assistant (CCA) Certificate at Great Plains College prepares you to function as a valued team member in home care and special care settings across Saskatchewan. Through a combination of hands-on classroom learning, lab exercises, and clinical experience in long-term care facilities, you will develop the practical skills needed to provide compassionate, competent care to clients of all ages.
While the program focuses primarily on working with the elderly, graduates are fully prepared to support clients across all age groups in a variety of healthcare environments. Great Plains College delivers this program through its campuses in Swift Current, Kindersley, Warman, and Maple Creek, offering both full-time and part-time study options to accommodate diverse student needs.
Saskatchewan's aging population is driving strong demand for trained continuing care assistants, making this certificate an excellent pathway to stable, meaningful employment in the healthcare sector. As a Designated Learning Institution, Great Plains College provides international students with access to quality education in a supportive, small-class environment across western Saskatchewan.
Key Program Highlights
- Hands-on clinical placements in long-term care facilities provide real-world experience before graduation
- Available in both full-time (one academic year) and part-time (two-year) formats for flexible scheduling
- Multiple campus locations across Saskatchewan including Swift Current, Warman, Kindersley, and Maple Creek
- Industry certifications included such as CPR-C/First Aid, WHMIS, and Professional Assault Response Training
Curriculum & Course Modules
The Continuing Care Assistant Certificate curriculum blends theoretical coursework with practical lab sessions and supervised clinical placements. Full-time students complete all required courses within one academic year running from September to June, while part-time students spread coursework across two academic years. The program is designed to ensure graduates are job-ready upon completion.
Introduces the role of the continuing care assistant within the healthcare team, covering professional communication, teamwork, ethics, and workplace safety fundamentals.
Provides foundational knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, and common health conditions encountered in continuing care settings across all age groups.
Develops competencies in assisting clients with activities of daily living including hygiene, mobility, nutrition, and comfort measures in home and facility settings.
Focuses on understanding and supporting clients living with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, and other cognitive or mental health conditions using person-centred approaches.
Supervised clinical placements in long-term care facilities where students apply classroom knowledge in real healthcare environments under the guidance of registered nurses.
Industry Certifications & Additional Training
Admission Requirements
Admission to the Continuing Care Assistant Certificate program at Great Plains College is based on meeting academic prerequisites and completing required pre-clinical clearances. Special admissions options may be available for applicants who do not meet standard academic requirements. Contact Uni4Edu for personalized guidance on your application.
Academic Requirements
- EducationGrade 12 high school diploma or equivalent
- EnglishCompletion of Grade 12 English or equivalent language proficiency
- Criminal Record CheckClear criminal record check with vulnerable sector search required prior to clinical placement
- ImmunizationsUp-to-date immunization records required prior to entering the clinical component
- Health ClearanceMedical fitness assessment confirming ability to perform physical duties of the role
English Language Proficiency Requirements
- IELTSContact Uni4Edu for minimum score requirements
- TOEFLContact Uni4Edu for minimum score requirements
- PTE AcademicContact Uni4Edu for minimum score requirements
Required Documents
Application Deadlines
For personalized admission guidance, document verification, and application support, please contact Uni4Edu
Scholarships & Funding
Great Plains College offers one of the most competitive scholarship programs among regional colleges in Saskatchewan, having distributed nearly CAD 2.5 million to students since 2009. Students applying to the Continuing Care Assistant Certificate are automatically considered for entrance scholarships when they submit their application before the posted deadline through Uni4Edu.
Great Plains College Entrance Scholarship
CAD 500 – CAD 5,000Grade-based entrance scholarships automatically awarded to students who apply to full-time, student loan-eligible programs before the application deadline. No separate application is required — your academic transcripts are used for assessment.
International Student Awards
Awards distributed to international students enrolled in eligible programs at Great Plains College campuses. These awards help offset educational costs for students studying from abroad.
Philip Gobeil Memorial Bursary
CAD 2,000Created from a generous CAD 100,000 donation by the Gobeil family, this bursary provides five awards annually for a decade to students demonstrating financial need across Great Plains College programs.
For detailed tuition fee information, please contact Uni4Edu — we will guide you through the costs and available funding options for this program.
Career Prospects for CCA Graduates
Continuing Care Assistant graduates from Great Plains College enter a high-demand healthcare field in Saskatchewan, where an aging population is driving sustained need for trained care providers. Most CCAs work for the Saskatchewan Health Authority as part of a healthcare team under the supervision of registered nurses, registered psychiatric nurses, or licensed practical nurses. The CCA certificate also serves as a stepping stone toward further healthcare education such as Practical Nursing.
Potential Job Roles
Typical Employers
Rankings & Recognition
Great Plains College is a respected regional college in Saskatchewan recognized for its accessible, community-focused approach to post-secondary education. As a smaller, specialized institution, it is not typically ranked in major global university rankings but is well-regarded within Saskatchewan's regional college system for its strong scholarship program, small class sizes, and career-focused programming.
| Subject | Ranking Body | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Healthcare Programs | Saskatchewan Regional Assessment | High Demand Field — Contact Uni4Edu for current data |
| Continuing Care Assistant | Provincial Labour Market | In-Demand Occupation in Saskatchewan |
| Student Satisfaction | Institutional Assessment | Contact Uni4Edu for current data |
| Graduate Employment | Institutional Assessment | Contact Uni4Edu for current data |
How to Apply
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Contact Uni4Edu
Reach out to our team via email or phone. We will assess your profile and confirm your eligibility for this program.
Prepare Your Documents
Our advisors will provide you with a personalised checklist of required documents and help you prepare your application package.
Submit Your Application
Uni4Edu will submit your application on your behalf and keep you updated on its progress throughout the review period.
Receive Your Offer
Once accepted, we will help you understand your offer, arrange visa support if needed, and guide you through the enrolment process.
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