Aspiring healthcare workers in the Central Plains region will soon have the opportunity to train as Health Care Aides through a program delivered by RRC Polytech in Treherne, Manitoba.
There are 25 seats available in the six-month program, which begins January 26, 2026, and is being run as a dual credit - providing grade 12 students from local high schools the opportunity to get a head start on their careers in health care.
This initiative is made possible through a strong partnership with Prairie Mountain Health, Southern Health-Santé Sud, and Norfolk Treherne Community Development Corporation, all working together to address the growing need for skilled health care professionals in the region. This collaborative effort reflects a shared commitment to strengthening rural health care and creating accessible education pathways for Manitobans.
"This program is a true example of what can be achieved through partnership," said Guy Moffat, Regional Campus Manager at RRC Polytech, Portage Campus. "Together with Prairie Mountain Health, Southern Health-Santé Sud, and Norfolk Treherne Community Development Corporation, we're creating opportunities that benefit both individuals and the broader community."
The Health Care Aide program combines classroom instruction with hands-on experience, preparing students to provide compassionate, high-quality care in a variety of healthcare settings.
"Southern Health-Santé Sud is proud to collaborate with RRC Polytech and our community partners to bring this vital training opportunity to the region," said Kathryn Reimer, Manager, Recruitment & Retention at Southern Health-Santé Sud. "By investing in local talent, we're not only supporting our healthcare system but also empowering individuals to build meaningful careers close to home."
To help prospective students learn more about the program, RRC Polytech will host a series of information sessions this fall in:
- Treherne
- Glenboro
- Notre Dame de Lourdes
Dates and locations for these sessions will be announced in the coming weeks.
For more information about the program or to express interest in attending an information session, please visit rrc.ca/portage/programs.
RRC Polytech's Health Care Aide program is currently also offered in Winnipeg, Portage la Prairie, Steinbach, Winkler, and through the Peguis-Fisher River campus in Arborg.
