Blog Posts
Blog Posts
“I am a woman and a mother” poem by ESL/HCA Alumni Ruby Mainit: I wonder if they will understand that I have worries. I hear them saying mothers are though all the time. I see what they mean because I am strong…..
Congratulations to the June 2019 Graduates: Drake Medox College held it’s Summer graduation on June 28th at the Italian Cultural Center on Slocan St. Vancouver. There were 205 GRADUATES in attendance along with their guests for a total of 552 attendees!
What is student life like at Drake Medox College?: Unsure what to expect when inquiring about the 3 programs the Drake Medox College specializes in? Let us walk you through…..
Program Orientation & Student Loan Orientation
Once registered you will be booked for your Program Orientation with Miranda and if you are availing of a student loan, a student loan orientation with Patricia. Miranda will walk you through the online platform for those choosing the combined delivery program method and everyone will be introduced to the Drake Medox College Practice Labs for foundational skills orientation to the equipment used.
Let’s hear it from Rowena Renon!!!: To recall my journey during my CSW Program, there were lots of ups and downs. There was a time that I wanted to give up….
Graduates take a bow!:Drake Medox College Summer graduation is on June 28th at the Italian Cultural Center on Slocan St. Vancouver. Make sure to mark your calendar to not miss the party. For all the hard work and sacrifices you did to achieve a career in health care, GRADUATES take a Bow!
English – News and Views
Students are working hard in the ESL classes and the preparation classes. Through interesting classes activities they are developing effective listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. In ESL, we have completed a module on food and nutrition are now studying aspects of Human Motivation.
DCM students and friends rally to the course
Again this year, a wonderful group of adult healthcare students, instructor and friends will walk together in world vision’s 6k for water. On Sunday morning June 16th this motivated group will come together for this worthy cause.
April – Autism Awareness Month: In 2007 United Nations General Assembly recognized April 2nd as a World Autism Awareness Day…
Activity Assistant class starts, April 14, 2019. If you have friends who are creative and love working with seniors, tell them we have few seats left and in 4 months their passion will be their career.
Drake Medox College Has Your Back
During the month of April you can register and reserve your seat for only $128!
Gilda Malabanan – CSW Graduate
“I chose Drake Medox College because they offer a very flexible schedule, which allowed me to pursue my new career while working at the same time. A special thanks to Myrine for inspiring me to start. Now, I can finally say I did it!”
FEBRUARY 15th GRAD: We look forward to hosting 510 graduates and their guests to an amazing evening of celebration and fun!!
VISIT OUR BOOTH @ GUILDFORD MALL on the lower level outside of H&M on Feb 8-10th & enter to win a FREE SCHOLARSHIP!!! Anyone can enter and winner will be drawn on February 12th.
Let Drake Medox College help fund your next trip!!
- Community Support Worker Student Referral: $600
- Health Care Assistant Student Referral: $400
- Activity Assistant Student Referral: $200
Kamal Singh – HCA Graduate
“I chose DMC mainly because of its reputation and teaching expertise in the field of HCA. Also, because their fee is reasonable and they offer a lot of support to students.”
Industry demand for health and social service workers: Healthcare workers are in demand in British Columbia. The health care sector is one of the largest and fastest growing in BC, with over 210,000 people working in this industry.
Job Opportunities
Last month we receive job opportunities from the following employers – Amica, Bayshore, Louis Brier Home & Hospital, Care at Home Services, Home Care Assistant, Greater Vancouver Community Services Society, Excelcare Nursing Services
What is an Activity Assistant?
Join us at the Vancouver campus on Saturday, Jan 26th from 12:00 – 12:45 to meet our instructor Fiona Lastoria who will explain the role of the Activity Assistant and what is included in the curriculum for this 17-week program.
We are proud to present our 180 graduates who are now starting their new careers as Health Care Assistants, Community Support Workers, and Activity Assistants.
Job Opportunities
We are always looking for casual companions, home makers and HCAs for our Drake Medox Health Services Private Care Division. Please contact Maria at mkarki@na.drakeintl.com
What’s New @ Drake Medox College
Drake Medox College is very Thankful to all our students and alumni for another successful year. Join us for some cake on Thanksgiving! October 6, 7, and 8 at Vancouver and Surrey Campus.
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Success Story
~ RONALD SUREAL - HCA
