Get Paid to Train as a Health Care Aide in Alberta
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 an 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 throughout the 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 a Short Timeframe
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 throughout the training period
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 a short time — this is your chance.
Change your life quickly.
Start a career that matters.
Start your healthcare career with AHS.