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Health Care Aide Challenge Course

Other qualifying candidates include foreign-trained nurses and other healthcare professionals with similar experience.

Program Overview

Work as a Health Care Aide in Manitoba

The Health Care Aide Challenge program will be of interest to foreign-trained nurses and those who are currently working as uncertified Health Care Aides in Manitoba.

Health Care Aide Challenge Checklist:

Have 1200 hours of work experience within the past 24 months as an uncertified Health Care Aide in Canada or as a foreign-trained nurse
Have a completed employer form from your current employer stating hours worked along with a detailed job description
Demonstrate proof of English language proficiency
An up-to-date resume
Copy of photo ID
Copy of your Social Insurance Number (SIN)
Current Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Search
Up-to-date immunizations

If you are applying as a foreign-trained nurse, please note that the college will require a copy of your degree as not all foreign nursing programs are accepted. If you would like to pursue your Health Care Aide Challenge certificate, please contact us for more information that is specific to your training and experience.

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