Get Paid to Train as a Health Care Aide in Alberta —No Experience Needed
Looking to start a meaningful career in health care — but don’t have the time or money to go back to school?
Alberta Health Services (AHS) is now offering a 6–8 week accelerated Health Care Aide (HCA) training program that pays you to learn. No experience required. Most costs covered.
This is a fast-track, government-supported path to a stable and rewarding career on Alberta’s health care frontline.
🚨 Why Alberta Needs More Health Care Aides — Now More Than Ever
Seniors’ homes, hospitals, and care agencies across Alberta face a growing shortage of HCAs. As the senior population rises, so does the need for caring professionals to provide essential daily and long-term support.
That’s why Alberta Health Services has launched this innovative training program — designed to quickly and effectively prepare new HCAs without compromising on care quality or certification standards.
⭐ Program Highlights: What Makes This HCA Training Unique?
This is not your typical classroom program. AHS has built a job-ready learning model that’s fast, hands-on, and supported by provincial.
✅ Get Paid to Learn
Trainees receive hourly wages during the 6–8 week program.✅ Official Certification
Graduates are recognized province-wide and eligible for the Alberta Health Care Aide Directory.✅ High Job Placement Rate
Immediate opportunities available across Alberta’s care facilities.✅ Most Costs Covered
Program includes materials, uniforms, and training fees — minimizing financial barriers.
📚 What You’ll Learn in Just 6–8 Weeks
This competency-based training prepares you to care confidently and safely in a variety of clinical settings.
Core Skills Taught:
- Assisting with daily living (bathing, dressing, feeding, mobility)
- Supporting dementia and chronic care patients
- Safety procedures and infection control
- Communicating with clients, families, and health teams
- Responding to emergencies with professionalism
You’ll also complete supervised clinical hours under trained instructors at AHS or partner sites.
🧑⚕️ Who Can Apply?
This program is ideal for:
- Job seekers entering a high-demand field
- Newcomers to Canada
- Adults changing careers
- High school grads or non-diploma holders
- Rural or remote areas
Basic Eligibility:
- ✅ Age 18+
- ✅ Legally eligible to work in Canada
- ✅ Able to pass a criminal record check
- ✅ Up-to-date immunizations and basic health clearance
- ✅ Full-time availability for 6–8 weeks
No prior diploma or health care background required. What matters most is compassion and a desire to help.
🎤 Real Story: From Unemployed to Frontline Hero
Meet Amir, 34, from Edmonton:
“I was laid off during the pandemic and didn’t know what to do next.
When I saw that AHS was offering paid training — I applied right away.
I started two weeks later, and the instructors were incredible. Now I’m working full-time in long-term care, and I love it.
I finally feel like I’m making a real difference.”
💼 Career Outlook: What Comes After Training?
HCAs are essential to Alberta’s care system — and jobs are waiting for qualified professionals.
Where You Can Work:
- Long-term care homes
- Assisted living and housing
- Hospital inpatient units
- Community and home health programs
💰 Starting wages range from $20–$26/hour, with full benefits, union access, and paid leave.
📈 Career growth includes paths to become an LPN, RN, or care coordinator.
📝 How to Apply
Step 1: Submit an Online Application
Visit the official Alberta Health Services website or connect with a local workforce center.
Step 2: Attend an Information Session
Learn about the training, expectations, and career options.
Step 3: Complete Screening & Background Checks
Provide eligibility documents, immunization records, and a police check.
Step 4: Start Training — and Get Paid
Begin your paid training and receive your location, schedule, and supplies. All sessions take place at AHS sites or official partners.
🚀 Don’t Miss This Opportunity
If you’re ready to get paid to learn, gain hands-on health care training, and start helping Albertans in just weeks — this is your chance.
Change your life in 6–8 weeks.
Start a career that matters.
Start your healthcare career with AHS.