Resident Care Worker
Certificate · 1 Year
A one-year certificate program training students to provide safe, competent, and ethical care to diverse clients with varying illnesses and disabilities across the life span. Students assist with activities of daily living, mobilization, personal hygiene, meals, and dressing while holistically supporting physical, psychological, social, cognitive, cultural, and spiritual needs. Coursework covers foundational resident care concepts, human anatomy, mental health, and communications, supported by nursing lab experiences and supervised clinical and practicum placements in long-term care, acute care, and mental health settings across Prince Edward Island.
| Credential | Certificate |
| Length | 1 Year |
| Campuses | Prince of Wales Campus, West Prince Campus |
| Start dates | September 2026, September 2027 |
Prerequisites
Section titled “Prerequisites”- Grade 12 or equivalent with credits at or above the general level
- Standard First Aid and CPR Level C from a recognized provider (must be taken in person, NOT online)
- Food Safety Training Certificate from a recognized PEI Health and Wellness provider
- Current Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems (WHMIS) certificate
- Completion of an Immunization Verification Form (required after acceptance)
- Résumé including work and volunteer experience with applicable dates, memberships, awards, and other relevant information
Courses
Section titled “Courses”- SAFE-1005
- ANAT-1100
- COMM-1070
- NCPR-1008
- NCPR-1010
- NURS-1010
- PRAC-1220
- PRAC-1230
- PRAC-1310
- RESC-1000
- RESC-1100
- RESC-1200
- RESC-1210
Source: https://hollandcollege.com/academics/full-time-programs/resident-care-worker/index.php