Community Living Attendant Trianing Pilot Project

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The Rick Hansen
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Student Information
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About the Pilot Project
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The Rick Hansen Community Living Attendant Training Pilot Project (CLAT) is community driven and facilitated by people with disabilities and community partners based on the philosophy of consumer/employer directed care.  It prepares students with the theory and practical skills to provide a flexible array of supports specific to each consumer/employer’s unique independent living needs.

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1.        Introduction to the Program
2.        Introduction to the Care Industry
4 K. I- ]" A+ `* I* N5 O3.        Working in the Industry
4.        Work Settings
5.        Working with the Employer/Consumer
6.        Anatomy and Physiology
7.        Body Movement and Positioning
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9.        Personal Hygiene
" L' X$ ^/ j9 v0 K10.        First Aid/CPR
11.        General Safety
12.        Assistive Devices and Supplies
13.        Diet/Meal Preparation
14.        Feeding, Eating, Swallowing
- G% f5 J  J  N6 Q; D9 i15.        Effective Communication
; `% {2 r0 ~$ o5 ?, R( Y16.        Mental Health
17.        Medication Assistance
: z* @. |7 L  h/ `* b# A7 j' D18.         Attendant Self-Care
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20.         Respiratory Care
21.        Impact of Culture and Sexuality
22.        Preparing for Employment
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How long is the course?
' c- O; ~& _: W) EThe course is six weeks in total.  The first three weeks are full time in the classroom and the remaining three weeks is a half day in the classroom and half day in the consumer’s home doing your practicum.  This pilot session is scheduled for October 22, 2012 – November 30, 2012.
What are the requirements?
' q- f$ ?2 V5 Y2 g1 U0 W•        Must be at least 18 years of age
•        A minimum ESL level 4
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•        2 references
How do I register?
( d% z& g# O6 g7 P  G! R0 I4 r1.        Contact Kristie Coulombe for an application form
8 }: O. [5 A. C- `0 L: F4 R0 w2.        Fully complete application form
3.        Send it to:
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. k# @$ W% p, F2 E, ?Phone:  780-424-6312 ext. 2235
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Fax:  780-424-6313
Who are the instructors?
The instructors will be a combination of consumer/employers, program staff, and community health professionals
Where will the training take place?
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How much does it cost?
A $25 non-refundable check will be required upon submitting your application.  Once accepted to the program, the student will be required to pay $400.  Upon graduating, the student will receive $200 back.
0 M. p$ q% L/ zWhere can I work once I graduate?
/ h+ E8 |& y9 o; i, c3 f•        For independent employers with physical disabilities and/or seniors
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