5325-DVS INSTITUTIONAL AND HOME CARE ASSISTANCE

HEALTH, ASSISTANCE AND NURSING (DEP - 5325)

Program objective

Acquire the knowledge, skills and attitudes needed to differentiate between the concepts of health and illness; acquire the knowledge and flexibility to understand and apply the techniques taught; establish an effective helping relationship with people with health needs; participate in team life as required by the modern organization of medical care; communicate effectively with people with health needs and their families, with superiors and with other members of the care team.

 

Functional prerequisites

A person who has reached the age of 18 may be admitted to a program of study leading to a Diploma of Vocational Studies (DVS) on the basis of functional prerequisites. These functional prerequisites, prescribed for a person who has reached the age of 18 on the declared start date of attendance in the vocational program of study, are: passing the general development test (TDG) and obtaining and passing the tests relating to the specific prerequisites in language of instruction and mathematics, where applicable.

This table shows the new Common Core (CC) and Diversified Core (DC) course codes required for specific prerequisites in language of instruction and mathematics for the targeted program of study. Since the new CBT and DBT course codes are being phased in gradually, the old course codes that are still valid are shown in brackets. The equivalent course code for general youth training is also indicated in this table. When a DVS does not require specific prerequisites in language of instruction or mathematics, a (-) appears in the relevant cells. Please note that functional prerequisites do not apply to Attestation of Vocational Specialization (AVS) programs).

Auxiliary nurse

Nursing assistants look after patients' well-being, monitoring vital signs, ensuring nutrition, administering medication, changing dressings and providing comfort. In a hospital, they may also be responsible for providing personal care before and after surgery, and for cleaning and sterilizing the operating room and its instruments. It's an essential and highly rewarding profession, suited to people who are empathetic, discreet and vigilant. A job as a nursing assistant requires excellent physical condition, good listening skills, initiative and good judgment.

Qualities and skills required

• Interest in helping others and teamwork.
• Sense of responsibility.
• Good judgment.
• Initiative.
• Organizational skills.
• Manual dexterity.
• Good health (spine in excellent condition).

Job market requirements

• High availability.
• Variable work schedule: day, evening, night, weekend.
• Good health.
• Membership in the Ordre des infirmiers et infirmières auxiliaires du Québec.
• Meet the requirements of section 35 of the Charter of the French Language.
• Pass the OIIAQ professional examination.

Target occupation

• Nursing assistant.

Workplaces

• Hospitals.
• Private agencies.
• Rehabilitation centers.
• Nursing homes.
• Clinics.

Special features

• Vaccination required.
• Day and evening courses.