Personal Care Skills for Resident Care

Students will acquire skills in providing personal care aimed at maintaining and promoting the comfort, safety, and independence of residents in continuing care settings.

Corequisites: RCAR 1220

Clinical Practice

Students will practice skills and apply theory while giving care to residents in continuing care facilities. They will also begin to develop effective working relationships.

Corequisites: RCAR 1201

Changes in Mental Functioning

Students will explore in both classroom theory and clinical practice, concepts and approaches applicable to the care of individuals experiencing changes in mental functioning.

Corequisites: RCAR 1220

Resident Care Attendant Practicum

Students will consolidate knowledge and skills and prepare for assuming the responsibilities of an employee, during a full time placement in a continuing care setting.

Prerequisites: HSCI 1100 and HSCI 1120 and HSCI 1140 and RCAR 1201 and RCAR 1210 and RCAR 1220 and RCAR 1231