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Continuing Care Assistant (CCA) Certificate

Great Plains College · Swift Current, Canada · Bachelor's (undergraduate)

Researched 28 Oct 2026

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Level

Bachelor's

Duration

1 year full-time

Tuition / year

C$20,500 (≈ ₹13.7 lakh)

Intakes

September; January (Warman)

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Course overview

Continuing Care Assistant (CCA) Certificate is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course in nursing & allied health at Great Plains College in Swift Current, Canada. It takes 1 year full-time, with intakes in September; January (Warman).

Great Plains College is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.

Key highlights

Key highlights
UniversityGreat Plains College (Public)
LocationSwift Current, Canada
CourseContinuing Care Assistant (CCA) Certificate
LevelBachelor's (undergraduate)
Subject areaNursing & Allied Health
Duration1 year full-time
Tuition per yearC$20,500 (≈ ₹13.7 lakh)
IntakesSeptember; January (Warman)
English requirementIELTS 6.5 (no band below 5.0); PTE 63 (each component 50); TOEFL iBT 81 (19 each); Duolingo 110

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Fees and costs

Tuition for international students is C$20,500 a year, about ₹13.7 lakh.

2026-27 international programme cost, including tuition, books, student fees, health and dental insurance, technology and lab fees and the lab kit

Living costs near the university

Living costs
CostIn CADApprox. in rupees
Swift Current residence, single roomIncludes utilities and Wi-FiC$700per month≈ ₹46,900
Residence damage depositEqual to one month's rentC$700one-off≈ ₹46,900

Living costs for Canada as a whole: C$20,000–30,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.

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Career outcomes

Job roles

  • Adult nurse
  • Mental health nurse
  • Children's nurse
  • Midwife
  • Health visitor
  • Learning disability nurse

Employers hiring for these roles worldwide

  • NHS
  • Bupa
  • HCA Healthcare
  • Mediclinic
  • HCA Healthcare UK
  • Fresenius
  • Aster DM Healthcare
  • Asklepios
  • Cleveland Clinic
  • Nuffield Health

Eligibility

General entry requirements at Great Plains College for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.

  • Continuing Care Assistant: Grade 12 (Class 12) plus the English requirement. The CCA programme page also lists Canadian citizenship or permanent residence, while the international page lists CCA for international students, so confirm with International Admissions before applying.
  • Before the clinical part you need first aid and CPR, WHMIS, a respiratory fit test, criminal record and vulnerable sector checks and up-to-date immunisations.
  • Apply online with a CAD 150 non-refundable application fee. After the offer, pay at least 50% of first-year tuition and all fees within 30 days to hold your seat and receive a Letter of Acceptance.

English requirements

For this course: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 5.0); PTE 63 (each component 50); TOEFL iBT 81 (19 each); Duolingo 110.

English tests accepted
TestWhat the university asks for
IELTS6.5 overall, no band below 5.0
PTE Academic63, each component at least 50
TOEFL iBT81, at least 19 in each section
Duolingo English Test110
Class 12 English waiverNot offered for India; India is not on the Saskatchewan Colleges exempt-country list

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Intakes

This course starts in: September; January (Warman).

Upcoming intakes and deadlines in Canada

How to apply

  1. Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
  2. Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
  3. Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
  4. Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
  5. Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
  6. Apply for your student visa for Canada, then arrange accommodation.

Documents you'll need

  • High school and any post-secondary transcripts
  • Passport copy
  • English test result (IELTS, Duolingo, PTE or TOEFL)
  • Receipt for the CAD 150 application fee (paid through Flywire)
  • Proof of funds for the study permit

About Great Plains College

Great Plains College is a small public regional college in Saskatchewan, with campuses in Swift Current, Kindersley, Warman, Biggar and Maple Creek. Teaching and exams are in English.

For international students, the college's international page lists one eligible programme: the one-year Continuing Care Assistant (CCA) certificate, which is granted by Saskatchewan Polytechnic and leads to care-aide work in home care and long-term care. The 2026-27 international price is CAD 20,500 all-in. The college's pricing sheet also lists an Early Childhood Education Diploma (CAD 18,575 for Year 1). Indian students looking for business or IT programmes will not find them here.

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FAQs

What is the fee for Continuing Care Assistant (CCA) Certificate at Great Plains College?

The tuition for international students is C$20,500 a year (about ₹13.7 lakh). 2026-27 international programme cost, including tuition, books, student fees, health and dental insurance, technology and lab fees and the lab kit. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.

How long is Continuing Care Assistant (CCA) Certificate?

The course takes 1 year full-time.

What English score do I need?

IELTS 6.5 (no band below 5.0); PTE 63 (each component 50); TOEFL iBT 81 (19 each); Duolingo 110. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.

When can I start?

Intakes: September; January (Warman). Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.

Can Admission Mantra help me apply?

Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.

We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.

  1. Great Plains College: Continuing Care Assistant (CCA) Certificate (opens in a new tab)
  2. Great Plains College: international students (opens in a new tab)
  3. Great Plains College: international pricing and costing 2026-27 (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
  4. Saskatchewan Colleges: English language proficiency requirements (PDF, August 2025) (opens in a new tab)
  5. Great Plains College: international application and acceptance process (opens in a new tab)

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