Careerlauncher | Supportive Care Assistant Program

Are you facing a staffing shortage? Does your team need an extra set of hands? Hire a student from the Supportive Care Assistant Program, get up to a $5,000 wage subsidy, and receive 280 to 560 hours of support!

The Supportive Care Assistant (SCA) program is a free micro-certificate funded by the Government of Canada and delivered by colleges and institutes across the country. The program incorporates work-integrated learning and was designed to attract and rapidly train new workers for the long-term care sector. Students have the chance to make a difference in their community, learn in-demand skills, and kickstart a new career.

SCA students receive six weeks of flexible online training followed by a 2-4 month paid work placement in a long-term care, home care, or assisted living setting.

After completing the program, graduates can access a $5,000 stipend to pursue a full personal care provider (PSW, HCA, CCA, PCA, or RCW) certificate.

Through the SCA program, you’ll have the opportunity to meet a new pool of candidates to fill future staffing needs. Graduates of the program are encouraged to further their studies and can receive a $5,000 stipend if they choose to pursue a full personal care provider certificate (PSW, HCA, CCA, PCA, or RCW).

This money is not limited to tuition and can be used for dependant care, transportation, or other education-related expenses. It’s an excellent opportunity for those who want to take the next step and pursue a career in health care. Students would need to meet the admission requirements of the new program and apply separately.

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