http://academyofhealth.ca/UCW Academy of Health feed of news and events.enhttp://academyofhealth.ca/News/Social-Services-Diplomas/Community-Health-Workers-are-Held-to-High-StandardsUpon launching the new BC Care Aide http://academyofhealth.ca/News/Nursing-Programs/The-Difference-between-RNs-and-LPNsThinking of a career in nursing though unsure about whether you should pursue an RN or LPN program? 2010-07-16http://academyofhealth.ca/News/Social-Services-Diplomas/The-Most-Effective-Addictions-Workers-Master-the-Art-of-ListeningListening skills are very important when dealing with drug addiction Victoria, BC - July 6, 2010 - Addictions counsellors, and other social service professionals, are more likely to help clients whe...2010-07-06http://academyofhealth.ca/News/Nursing-Programs/Choosing-the-Right-Resident-Care-Attendant-ProgramHealth Care Assistant and Community Health Care programs provide Provincially-recognized training Victoria, BC - June 21, 2010 - With Health Care Assistant and Community Health Care programs being...2010-06-21http://academyofhealth.ca/News/Social-Services-Diplomas/Understanding-Mental-Health-DisordersCommunity Health Care programs help social services professionals to work effectively with mentally ill clients Victoria, BC - June 15, 2010 - One in five Canadians will experience a mental health d...2010-06-15http://academyofhealth.ca/News/Nursing-Programs/How-to-Manage-a-Patient-with-DementiaPractical Nursing courses help train grads to deal with patients who suffer from dementia Victoria, BC - June 9, 2010 - LPNs (Licensed Practical Nurses) and Health Care Assistants most often care fo...2010-06-09http://academyofhealth.ca/News/Social-Services-Diplomas/Social-Service-Opportunities-at-Community-Centres-in-VictoriaCommunity centres in Victoria and other Canadian cities always in need of trained social workers Victoria, BC - June 2, 2010 - There are a number of community centres in Victoria, and across the res...2010-06-02http://academyofhealth.ca/News/Nursing-Programs/How-Healthcare-Workers-Can-Manage-an-Aggressive-PatientVictoria, BC - May 18, 2010 - Healthcare workers often are faced with a difficult or unruly patient. At Vancouver Career College, students are given the tools to deal with aggressive patients in a sa...2010-05-18http://academyofhealth.ca/News/Health-Care-Admin/Healthcare-Jobs-Abundant-for-Medical-Office-AssistantsEarning a diploma from one of the best healthcare colleges is the first step Victoria, BC - May 12, 2010 - Medical office assistants play an integral part in the healthcare system. They provide the...2010-05-12http://academyofhealth.ca/News/Nursing-Programs/LPNs-in-Palliative-CareNursing school helps prepare LPNs to work in the growing palliative care industry Burnaby, BC - April 30, 2010 - Practical nursing is a healthcare program that focuses on preparing students to work...2010-04-30http://academyofhealth.ca/News/Social-Services-Diplomas/Caring-for-Persons-with-Spinal-Cord-InjuriesPatience and understanding important personality traits for Community Health Care workers Victoria, BC - April 26, 2010 - Community health care workers may have the opportunity to care for persons w...2010-04-26http://academyofhealth.ca/News/Health-Care-Admin/Dental-Office-Receptionist-Training-a-Springboard-for-Dental-CareersDental office administrators help keep dental office running smooth Victoria, BC - April 23, 2010 - A dental office administrator is the person who keeps a dental office running smoothly. While the...2010-04-23http://academyofhealth.ca/News/Social-Services-Diplomas/It-Takes-a-Special-Kind-of-Person-to-be-an-Addictions-CounsellorAddictions counsellors help clients turn their lives around Victoria, BC - April 14, 2010 - An addictions counsellor provides essential health and social services, helping people turn an existence o...2010-04-14http://academyofhealth.ca/News/Health-Care-Admin/Variety-of-Jobs-Available-to-Health-Care-Administration-GradsMedical and dental assistant skills transferable to a variety of work places Victoria, BC - April 9, 2010 - Getting a diploma in Medical and Dental Office Administration can open doors in both facet...2010-04-09http://academyofhealth.ca/News/Nursing-Programs/Practical-Nursing-Programs-Open-Doors-to-Exciting-LPN-JobsLPN jobs are a great launching pad for those interested in pursuing further healthcare education Victoria, BC - April 7, 2010 - Employment for LPNs is projected to grow faster than the average ca...2010-04-07http://academyofhealth.ca/News/Social-Services-Diplomas/Prominent-Canadian-Women-in-HealthcareHealthcare college programs help launch careers of industry leaders Victoria, BC - March 29, 2010 - International Women's Day has come and gone, but strong female leaders continue to play a huge rol...2010-03-29http://academyofhealth.ca/News/Nursing-Programs/Flu-Shots-for-Health-Care-Workers---Do-They-HelpAre other forms of flu prevention more effective? Victoria, BC - March 22, 2010 - A new Canadian study has concluded that flu shots are futile. Published by the Cochrane Library, the paper analyze...2010-03-22http://academyofhealth.ca/News/Nursing-Programs/Practical-Nursing-101-What-is-an-LPNVictoria, BC - March 15, 2010 - Most people have heard the abbreviation "LPN" but what exactly does it mean? It stands for Licensed Practical Nurse, and describes a person who provides professional c...2010-03-15http://academyofhealth.ca/News/Social-Services-Diplomas/Growing-Need-for-Home-Support-Workers-as-Population-AgesHome care offers seniors an alternative to residential care homes Victoria, BC - March 11, 2010 - Canada's population is getting older. The proportion of seniors, persons aged 65 years or older, in...2010-03-11http://academyofhealth.ca/News/Nursing-Programs/Nurses-in-a-Crisis-SituationAre Canada's health care professionals ready to deal with a natural disaster? Victoria, BC - March 8, 2010 - On February 27, 2010 an 8.8 magnitude earthquake occurred off the coast of the Maule reg...2010-03-08http://academyofhealth.ca/News/Nursing-Programs/Need-for-Residential-Care-Continues-to-ClimbDemand on care facilities creates job opprtunities for well-trained health care professionals Victoria, BC - March 5, 2010 - As baby boomers begin to retire, British Columbia is faced with a growing...2010-03-05http://academyofhealth.ca/News/Nursing-Programs/Licensed-Practical-Nurses-Have-Role-to-Play-in-Fight-Against-FluAcademy of Health says more training increases scope of practice, better job opportunities Victoria, BC - November 17, 2009 - As British Columbians line up to receive immunizations against H1N1 and...2009-11-17http://academyofhealth.ca/News/Nursing-Programs/Diabetes-Awareness-and-Training-Important-to-Resident-Care-Attendant-RoleUCW Academy of Health program preps grads to assist clients living with the condition Victoria, BC - November 14, 2009 - The number of people with Type 2 diabetes has steadily increased over the l...2009-11-14http://academyofhealth.ca/News/Nursing-Programs/Practical-Nursing-Still-a-Growth-Area-in-BCSeats still available for PN program at the UCW Academy of Health in Victoria Victoria, BC - November 5, 2009 - As British Columbia economy recovers from the recession, the province's health care...2009-11-05http://academyofhealth.ca/News/Student-Experience/UCW-Academy-of-Health-Combats-Spread-of-H1N1College arms students and faculty with up-to-date prevention info to fend off Swine Flu Victoria, BC - October 19, 2009 - As British Columbians face another wave of H1N1 this fall, UCW Academy of He...2009-10-19http://academyofhealth.ca/News/Social-Services-Diplomas/YWCAs-Week-Without-Violence---Oct-11-17Addictions and community support worker programs available at UCW Academy of Health Victoria, BC - October 11, 2009 - The YWCA's Week Without Violence kicks off today, acting as a sober reminder tha...2009-10-11http://academyofhealth.ca/News/Nursing-Programs/Care-Workers-Key-Members-of-Health-Care-TeamCommunity Health Care program at UCW Academy of Health offers a well-rounded education Victoria, BC - October 4, 2009 - With the increased demand for personal care services on British Columbia's hea...2009-10-04http://academyofhealth.ca/News/Nursing-Programs/Quality-Care-for-Seniors-Starts-with-TrainingVictoria, BC - September 12, 2009 - Imagine reaching an age in which quality health care services and long-term care facilities become critical for your well-being. As British Columbia's aging baby b...2009-09-12http://academyofhealth.ca/News/Why-UCW-Academy-of-Health/Health-Care-Training-a-Great-Option-This-FallVictoria, BC - September 6, 2009 - It's back-to-school season, but this year, it's not exactly business as usual. Post-secondary institutions in the province are anticipating increased enrolment fi...2009-09-06http://academyofhealth.ca/News/Nursing-Programs/New-Opportunity-to-Train-for-Nursing-CareerUCW Academy of Health Launches New Program for Vancouver Island Students Victoria, BC - August 7, 2009 -Vancouver Island students interested in pursuing a nursing career will have a new training...2009-08-12http://academyofhealth.ca/News/Nursing-Programs/Health-Care-Jobs-Still-in-High-DemandVictoria, British Columbia - A recent report by Chek News has reiterated the need for trained health care professionals in our current economy. Despite growing unemployment rates in some sectors, the...2009-07-03http://academyofhealth.ca/News/About-UCW-Academy-of-Health/Endless-Opportunities-for-Community-Health-Care-Post-Secondary-GraduatesVictoria, British Columbia - Students interested in pursuing a career in health care services will find a new and improved opportunity for advanced education and professional training at UCW Academy...2008-06-04