Course CHCA 101
Introduction to Healthcare & the HCA Role
Course CHCA 101: Define a Healthcare Assistant; Describe the healthcare team.
Learning outcomes
- Define a Healthcare Assistant
- Describe the healthcare team
- List the qualities of a good HCA
- Explain scope of practice
Topics covered
- History and evolution of healthcare assistance
- Healthcare delivery system: Nigeria vs Canada / UK / USA
- The healthcare team: doctor, nurse, HCA, physiotherapist
- Role, duties and boundaries of the HCA: what to do and what not to do
- Qualities, ethics and professional appearance
- Work settings and career progression
Teaching methods
Lecture, video (Nigerian HCA in Canada), role play, discussion
Assessment
Oral Q&A, group presentation
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