🌟 Fraser Health's Paid HCA Training Program

Earn while you learn β€” no tuition fees to worry about

Paid Training | HCA Course Trainin | $21.37/hour | No Experience Needed


Are you looking to start a career in health care but feel held back by tuition costs or lack of prior experience?
Fraser Health offers a government-supported Health Care Assistant (HCA) training program designed to remove those barriers.

Through the Health Career Access Program (HCAP), participants are hired as Health Care Support Workers, earning $21.37 per hour while completing structured training that leads to HCA certification.
Training costs are supported by Fraser Health in partnership with the BC Ministry of Health.


πŸ”‘ Program Highlights

  • πŸ’° Paid Training – Begin earning from day one with wages starting at $21.37/hour.
  • πŸ“˜ Structured Courses – Formal college-level instruction combined with practical learning.
  • 🚫 No Prior Experience – Open to newcomers with no health care background.
  • πŸ“ˆ Strong Career Outlook – Certified HCAs in BC earn an average of $52,140/year.
  • 🀝 Government Backing – Program costs supported by Fraser Health & the provincial health authority.

🏫 How the Training Works

Participants are hired as Health Care Support Workers and provide basic care, while also completing paid course-based training to transition into the HCA role.

  • Earnings: $21.37/hour during training, with wage growth after certification.
  • Learning Path: Covers personal care, patient support, mobility assistance, health fundamentals.
  • Format: Classroom study + real-world practice in health care facilities.

🌟 Why Choose Fraser Health’s Program?

  • πŸ“š Career-Focused Courses – Prepares you for immediate employment.
  • πŸ₯ Hands-On Experience – Work in hospitals, long-term care, and assisted living.
  • 🌍 Wide Job Options – Graduates can access diverse care settings across BC.
  • πŸ§‘β€πŸ€β€πŸ§‘ Community Commitment – Respectful, inclusive care with a focus on Indigenous communities.

πŸ‘©β€βš•οΈ What Does a Health Care Assistant Do?

HCAs provide personal and supportive services, including:

  • Monitoring and recording vital signs.
  • Assisting with mobility and daily routines.
  • Responding to care needs and call bells.
  • Maintaining a safe and comfortable environment.

➑️ With health care demand rising, HCA positions offer stable employment and long-term career growth.


πŸ“ How to Apply

  1. Submit an Expression of Interest – Complete a short online form.
  2. Get Hired and Placed – Fraser Health assigns positions based on community needs.
  3. Begin Paid Training – Start as a support worker while completing course requirements.
  4. Certify and Advance – Transition into a registered HCA role with recognized credentials.

βœ… Final Takeaway

The Fraser Health paid HCA training program offers more than just a jobβ€”
it provides:

  • πŸ’΅ A reliable salary
  • πŸ“˜ Structured learning
  • πŸŽ“ A direct path to certification

If you want to earn while building valuable health care skills, this is your chance to step into one of BC’s most in-demand and rewarding careers.


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