Learn more at a free information session Feb. 6
NIC鈥檚 Activity Assistant program returns to the Comox Valley this September. Learn more at the information session, Wednesday, Feb. 6. The session is free, but attendees should preregister at .
Health care assistants, RNs, LPNs and others in the health care field can expand their skills and employability options, with the return of NIC鈥檚 Activity Assistant program this September.
鈥淭he program is useful for those already working in the health care field as a health care assistant or as a home support/residential care attendant,鈥� said instructor Joyce Shepherd. 鈥淵ou may find ways to deliver care better, or find new ways to help your patients or clients with their overall wellness.鈥�
She adds the work activity assistants do focuses on the positives and builds on clients鈥� strengths.
鈥淲e know that when you鈥檙e active, you feel more fulfilled and are happier,鈥� Shepherd said. 鈥淭hat鈥檚 especially important as you get older where you have more time for leisure activities, but also may have mobility or other challenges.鈥�
糖心vlog传媒alumna Denise Collins was working as a care aide when she decided to apply. She found work as an activity assistant before graduation and now works with an adult day program.
鈥淭he information in the program was valuable in expanding my knowledge and skillset and a great reminder of why I became involved in this industry,鈥� she said. 鈥淚鈥檇 highly recommend it for care aids and other support workers.鈥�
The four-month program runs evenings and weekends, giving students the flexibility to study while they work.
鈥淲e鈥檙e very excited to bring this opportunity back to community as it addresses the recreational needs of workers in residential and community care settings,鈥� said Lynne MacFadgen, NIC鈥檚 regional director, continuing education and training.
The program has limited availability.
Prospective program students can apply online now, and also learn more at a free Activity Assistant Information Session Wednesday, Feb. 6, from 6 to 7 pm at NIC鈥檚 Comox Valley campus. Attendees should , using the course code GENI-5120.
For information on this or any of NIC鈥檚 Continuing Education programs, visit .
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