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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1985-03-13, Page 68Descriptions of Courses and Programs secs both interest and experience in the volunteer sector. This 'should in- clude an interest in development of volunteer and community resources.t Minimum age of 19 years. The program is designed to offer learning in a concentrated approach to accommodate busy schedules. Nine (one day) sessions will be held monthly from September to May with a field practicum running concurrently. Modules include the following: - Management and Philosophy of Volunteer Administration 15 hrs. - Skills of Volunteer Co-ordination 35 hrs. - Program Planning and Evaluation 15 hrs. - Fieldwork Practicum 60 hrs. Next program intake: September '85 - Doon Campus. Program fee: $125. "For more Program Information please contact 653-251 1 Ext. 321. COURSES FOR REGISTERED NURSING ASSISTANTS Note: To enrol in any of the following courses, applicants must provide a photocopy of Current College of Nurses of Ontario Certificate of Competence as a Registered Nursing Assistant of proof of eligibility for registration through the College of Nurses of Ontario. In addition, the registrant must com- plete Conestoga College medical forms for the RNA - Administration of Medica- tions courses. Preference will be given to registered nursing assistants required by their employing agencies to take the course. Registered Nursing Assistant - Administration Of Medication A The RNA - Administration of Medica- tions course (theory and clinical experi- ence) is intended to enable registered nursing assistants to meet the minimum competencies in the administration of medications that are outlined in the revised Standards of Nursing Practice for Registered Nurses and Registered Nursing Assistants. The course is aimed to meet the learning needs of registered nursing assistants who have had a variety of experience. This course is composed of 52 hours of contact time. In addition to 12 weeks of classroom theory, there will be sikteen hours at the clinical agency arranged as time permits. Offered at: Clinton (Wingham) Wed. 7-10 p.m. 12 wks. + 16 hrs. clinical Apr. 10 $52 Location: Wingham Doon Tues. 7-10 p.m. 12 wks. + 16 hrs. clinical Apr. 16 $52 Location: 949 Queen's Blvd. OR Thurs. 7-10 p.m. 12 wks. "+ 16 hrs. clinical Apr. 18 $52 Location: 949 Queen's Blvd. Guelph Thurs. 7-10 p.m. 12 wks. + 16 hrs. clinical Apr. 18 $52 Location: 70 Westmount Rd. 40 Stratford Tues. 7-10 p.m. 12 wks. + 16 hrs. clinical Apr. 18 $52 Location: Health Sciences Division Registered Nursing Assistant - Administration Of. Medications, (Clinical) A This module will include the clinical/lab practice and theory review in the administration of medications and of- fered only to RNA's who have success- fully taken the theory module "Drug Therapy and Nursing Implications in Long Term Care for RNA's" at Cones- toga College. The satisfactory comple- tion of both will enable the RNA to meet the minimum competencies in the administration as outlined in the revised Standards of Nursing Practice for Reg- istered Nurses and Registered Nursing Assistants. This module will be offered at various locations and times for Spring '85. For more information contact Eleanor Hep- burn, Coordinator, at 653-2511 Ext. 321. 1 Registered Nursing Assistant - . Aseptic Procedures A This course will enable the Registered Nursing Assistant to meet the minimum competencies in surgical asepsis as outlined in the revised Standards of Nursing Practice for Registered Nurses and Registered Nursing Assistants. The course is aimed to meet the learning needs of RNA's who have had a variety of experiences. Students will be super- vised in classroom laboratory sessions. Offered at: Doon Tues. 7-10 p.m. 12 wks. Apr. 16 $36 Location: 949 Queen's Blvd. OR Thurs., 7-10 p.m. 12 wks. Apr. 18 $36 Location: 949jQueen's Blvd. Guelph Tues. 7-10 p.m. 12 wks. Apr. 16 $36 Location: 70 Westmount Rd., Rm. A13 Stratford Wed. 7-10 p.m. 12 wks. Apr. 17 $36 Location: Health Sciences Division HEALTH CARE AIDE PROGRAM C The goal of the Program is to prepare a person to function under the supervision of the Registered Nursing staff and the direction of the Physician in a long-term Care facility. Students learn to assist residents of varying ages to meet their basic emotional, social and physical needs. Admission Requirements: - Academic Upgrading Level III Certifi- cate or equivalent, or grade ten from an Ontario Secondary School or mature 'student status. - currently employed and employed for a minimum of one year as .an aide dealing with resident care in a geriatric setting or a long-term care institution, such as a nursing home, home for the aged, r chronic andlor convalescent ho.me. - submission of completed Conestoga College health certificates, signed by a doctor, indicating god health. - the required immuftzation to work in a health setting as specified by Conestoga College. The Program onsists of the following four courses - Introduction To Long -Term Care - Activation And Communication - Activit'es Of Daily Living - Specc Conditions In Long -Term Ilingss The student will receive 120 hours of cI sroom instruction as well as . 120 urs of clinical experience in the pro - ram. For further program information please contact the College Campus nearest you or the Program Co-ordinator at 653- 2511 Ext. 321. CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION (C.P.R.) Basic Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (C.P.R.) N This is the Ontario Heart Foundation course in Basic Cardiac Life Support. Successful. students will receive a cer- tificate from the Ontario Heart Founda- tion. Applicants are required to complete a brief medical questionnaire indicating medical condition. Applicants who do not meet the medical conditions re- quired for this course will not be admit- ted. Note: Persons wishing to enroll in the Basic C.P.R. cours.e should apply "in person" in order that they may fill out a questionnaire and pick up the required texts. Offered at: Cambridge Mon. & Wed. 7-10 p.m. 2 wks. Apr. 22 $16 OR Sat. & Sun. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 2 days Apr. 27 $16 OR Mon. & Wed. 7-10 p.m. 2 wks. June 17 $16 OR Sat. & Sun. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 2 days June 22 $16° Clinton Mon.-Thurs. 7-10 p.m. 4 days May 6$16 Clinton (Goderich) Mon.-Thurs. 7-10 p.m. 4 days June 3 $16 Clinton (Wingham) Mon.-Thurs. 7-10 p.m. 4 days Apr. 1 $16 Guelph - Mon. & Wed. 7-10°p.rn. 2 wks. Apr. 8 $16 OR Sat. Si. Sun. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 2 days Apr. 13 $16 OR .Mon, & Wed. 7-10 p.m. 2 wks. May 6$16.