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    Douglas College

    Bachelor in Health Care Support Work

    Canada4 yearsTaught in EnglishOpen to international students

    Why students choose Douglas College

    • Small class sizes with personalized instructor interaction
    • Post-Graduation Work Permit eligibility for many programs
    • Pathways to transfer to top Canadian universities like UBC and SFU
    • Support services tailored for international student success
    • Flexible study options including online and part-time programs

    About Bachelor in Health Care Support Work

    Tuition fees for Bachelor in Health Care Support Work are 20,000 CAD per year.

    Graduates of the Health Care Support Work (HCSW) programme are prepared to enter high-demand roles across a spectrum of health and mental health care environments. By bridging the gap between physical and mental health care, this qualification enables practitioners to support clients in long-term care facilities, assisted living, supportive housing, and home health settings. Many graduates utilize this certificate as a foundational step toward advanced clinical roles, including Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) or degrees in Nursing and Psychiatric Nursing.

    Integrated Care Training

    This programme is distinct for being the only public college offering in the Lower Mainland that integrates physical care training with mental health support strategies. Students develop the empathy, ethical framework, and practical skills necessary to assist with daily living tasks—such as personal grooming, mobility, and nutrition—while simultaneously learning to navigate the psychosocial complexities of mental health recovery. The curriculum is delivered through a blend of classroom theory, laboratory practice, and clinical placements, ensuring graduates are workforce-ready upon completion.

    About Douglas College

    Douglas College's campuses in Coquitlam, New Westminster, and Surrey offer modern facilities set within accessible urban communities. Classrooms, labs, and student spaces are designed for collaboration and hands-on learning. The atmosphere emphasizes support, with resources tailored to help students succeed academically and personally. International students join a network of programs that blend university-level coursework with career-focused training.

    Planning the visa? Canada student visa: cost, requirements and processing time (from $175 all-in)

    This program's tuition is 15% below the typical bachelor's in Canada.

    The median annual fee for that cohort is16,798 USD per year, a comparison figure across 3,914 programs billed per year on Global Admissions.

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    English Test Requirement

    TOEFL 80 (no score < 20 in Speaking/Listening, < 18 in Reading/Writing); IELTS 6.0 (no band < 6.0); CAEL 60 (no section < 50); CLBPT (Listening 8, Speaking 8, Reading 7, Writing 7).

    Bachelor in Health Care Support Work: Frequently Asked Questions

    What are the fees for Bachelor in Health Care Support Work?
    Tuition: CAD 20,000 per year.
    Is Bachelor in Health Care Support Work available online?
    This is an on-campus program at Douglas College.

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