The Resident Life Attendant Program prepares you for the role of life attendant and service agent in senior living residences, Day centres, Community organizations and Seniors’ Associations. It provides you with a comprehensive understanding of relational approaches as well as the daily life needs of residents. You will also learn how to assist residents, encourage their participation. With guidance from experienced professionals, you will master the essential skills needed to work closely with residents in private senior living facilities. This program is specifically designed to address the urgent needs and high demand in private senior residences. It is intended for recent college graduates as well as current employees who wish to quickly start a rewarding career in the high-demand Resident Life sector.

Who is this program for?

It is designed for recent college graduates and current employees who want to move quickly into a rewarding career in the high-demand Resident Life sector.

Targeted occupations (LMI Online from Emploi Québec)

• Live-in caregivers, home support workers and related staff (4412)

Job title(s)

• Home Life aide
• Residential Service Agent
• Recreation Attendant
• Residential Life Attendant
• Social Life Assistant

Relationship with the job market

• Labour market integration (Information from MEES)
• AvenirEnSanté website

• Have an interest in the field of RLA
• At least 18 years of age
• Have successfully completed secondary 5

The following documents are required to apply for admission:

• If you were born in Quebec: High school diploma, and post-secondary diploma if applicable, CV
• If you were born outside Quebec: High school diploma, and post-secondary diploma if applicable, CV, legal status in Canada (permanent residence, citizenship), CSQ or health insurance card.