Red Deer Polytechnic

Health Care Aide

Program Information

School:Red Deer Polytechnic
Degree:Certificate
Field of Study:Clinical/Medical Social Work
Health Aide
Health Aides/Attendants/Orderlies, Other
Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other
Health-Related Knowledge and Skills, Other
Health and Wellness, General
Description:

As a Health Care Aide, you’ll work in hospitals, care homes, or even right in someone’s living room. You’ll help people with everyday things, like eating, getting dressed, and moving around. But it’s more than just tasks. You’ll build real connections with clients and their families, making every day a little brighter.

Learn through a blended delivery format with online lectures & assignments, in-person labs & clinical placements.

When you graduate, you’ll be certified to work as a Health Care Aide anywhere in Alberta.

URL:Health Care Aide at Red Deer Polytechnic
Length:1 Year(s)
Careers:Nurses Aides and Orderlies

Admission Requirements

Prerequisites:*These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.

    Health Care Aide Certificate Admissions

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on October 29, 2025