The First Nations Rehabilitation Assistant is a two-year / 18 course diploma program with 648-contact hours, including practicum. This program will provide individuals with the knowledge and skills that will enable them to implement rehabilitative assistance for each respective child as directed and supervised by the itinerant specialist. First Nations Rehabilitation Assistants provide support to work with children who are receiving Rehabilitative services from Occupational Therapists, and/ or Physiotherapists, and/or Speech Language Pathologists who work in First Nations communities. Graduates will work directly under the direction and supervision of the itinerant specialists to implement the specific goals and plans as provided by the itinerant specialists. They will be able to implement rehabilitative interventions and supports and work collaboratively as a member of the rehabilitation team under the direction of the rehabilitation professional. Successful graduates will be in a unique position to build important linkages and partnerships between health, education, and social services in each First Nation community. Practical components of this program will include communication skills training to liaise between the Rehabilitation professional, community
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These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
Grade 12 graduate or mature student with acceptable academic upgrading in the areas of Reading comprehension and writing, biological sciences, Computer fundamentals, and Math. Satisfactory Criminal Records, Check and Child Abuse Registry, Vulnerable records check. |
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