Health Care Assistant Coordinator

ABM College; Victoria; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recognized educational institution in Canada is seeking a qualified Health Care Assistant Program Coordinator to manage the HCA Diploma Program. This role involves ensuring compliance with standards, developing the curriculum, and coordinating program delivery. The ideal candidate should have a valid nursing license and experience in teaching adult learners, along with a commitment to maintaining academic quality and fostering student success. Full-time position with in-person work schedule.

Qualifications

• Valid registration as LPN, RN, or RPN with the BC College.
• Minimum of two years nursing experience in Canada.
• Completion of Indigenous cultural safety training.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with PTIRU standards.
• Oversee curriculum development and updates.
• Coordinate overall program delivery and monitor student outcomes.

Skills

Teaching adult learners

Curriculum development

Program coordination

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or equivalent

Provincial Instructor Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Edison College Canada, established in 1973, is accredited and recognized by the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills. As a student-centered institution, Edison College is committed to offering in-demand programs with strong employment outcomes. As part of our expansion into Health Sciences, we are seeking a qualified and dedicated Health Care Assistant Program Coordinator to lead the delivery and ongoing success of the HCA Diploma Program.

Position Summary

The Health Care Assistant Program Coordinator is responsible for ensuring standards compliance, curriculum development and maintenance, and overall program delivery of the HCA Diploma Program. This role requires dedicated coordination time and may be combined with a Subject Matter Expert (SME) or instructional role to support consistency and effective implementation of the program once approved. The Program Coordinator plays a key leadership role in maintaining academic quality, regulatory compliance, and student success while working collaboratively with faculty, clinical partners, and administrative staff.

Key Responsibilities

Program Leadership & Compliance

• Ensure the HCA Diploma Program complies with PTIRU standards and HCA Program requirements.
• Maintain ongoing compliance with curriculum standards, learning outcomes, and regulatory updates.
• Support program approval, implementation, and continuous quality improvement.

Curriculum Development & Maintenance

• Oversee curriculum development, review, and updates to ensure alignment with industry standards and competencies.
• Ensure learning outcomes meet program objectives and workforce expectations.
• Coordinate instructional resources, course outlines, and assessment tools.

Program Delivery & Coordination

• Coordinate overall program delivery, including theory, lab, and clinical components.
• Support instructors to ensure consistent, high-quality instruction and evaluation practices.
• Monitor student progression, academic performance, and program outcomes.

Faculty & Stakeholder Collaboration

• Work cooperatively with instructors, clinical partners, and college staff.
• Leverage industry contacts to support clinical placements and graduate employment opportunities.
• Participate in faculty meetings, program reviews, and institutional initiatives.

Instruction (Optional / Combined Role)

• When combined with an SME or Instructor role, deliver theory, lab, and/or clinical instruction as required.
• Evaluate student performance in a timely and equitable manner.
• Teach and assess clinical skills during multi-level/complex care practicums, if applicable.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current unrestricted full registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Registered Nurse (RN), or Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• Demonstrated ability to teach adult learners (e.g., Provincial Instructor Diploma or equivalent, or previous teaching experience with satisfactory evaluations).
• Minimum two (2) years of full-time Canadian nursing experience (1 year = 1,400 hours), with knowledge of the Canadian health care system, roles and responsibilities of the health care team, current policies and procedures in residential and community care settings.
• Evidence of completion of Indigenous cultural safety and humility training (e.g., San’yas Anti-Racism Indigenous Cultural Safety Training or equivalent).
• Evidence of completion of the Health Care Assistant Practice in BC course (LearningHub) as part of onboarding.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person