Continuing Care Assistant

Applications for the Sep 2026 intake close on Sep 1, 2026. Tuition is International students: view tuition rates for international students..

The Continuing Care Assistant program is a part-time or full-time certificate delivered on-campus in Saskatoon, Regina, Prince Albert, or through distance learning. It includes classroom instruction, lab work, and two clinical placements over six weeks. Students learn personal care, communication, dementia management, gerontology, and working with diverse clients. The program prepares students to support clients in long-term care and other health settings.

Focus areas include personal care, dementia management, gerontology, clinical practicum, communication, long-term care philosophy.

Four years to complete; includes classroom, lab, and two clinical placements; part-time delivery available.

Graduates work as continuing care assistants, special care aides, or home health care workers under the supervision of registered nurses or licensed practical nurses.

Grade 12 or 15 post-secondary credits; minimum age 18 by December 31 of admission year; English language requirement; criminal record check and vulnerable sector search; first aid and CPR Level C; immunizations; N95 mask testing; WHMIS certification; TLR® and PART® certifications; co-op work permit for international applicants.

On-campus or part-time distance learning; full- or part-time; duration up to four years.

Saskatchewan Polytechnic in Saskatoon is a leading Canadian applied learning institution established in 1941, focused on career-oriented education and technical training. The Saskatoon campus delivers hands-on programs in health sciences, engineering technologies, business and trades, designed with employer input to match regional and national labour needs. With around 15,000 students and strong industry connections, the polytechnic emphasizes workplace readiness and practical skills.

Programs emphasize simulations, lab work, co-op placements and industry projects so students graduate with job-ready competencies. Faculty bring current professional experience into teaching and campus facilities replicate workplace environments to accelerate learning. International students receive orientation, language support and dedicated services for credential recognition, visa guidance and career placement in Canada’s growing sectors.

Saskatoon offers an affordable, safe city with a welcoming community, active cultural events and outdoor recreation along rivers and parks. Student services include housing assistance, mental health supports and employer networking events to ease the transition to employment. With 34 programs and flexible continuing education options, Saskatchewan Polytechnic supports lifelong learning and provides clear, applied pathways for international students pursuing technical careers in Canada.