Are you an institution placing students?
We work with accredited institutions to coordinate structured student placements within our communities across Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Ontario. If you are requesting placements on behalf of students, please review the process below.
Are you a student looking for a placement?
If you are currently enrolled in a program that requires clinical or experiential hours please review the process below.
“Students who participate in work-integrated learning are significantly more likely to find a job related to their field after graduation (91%).”
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3500+ students placed per year
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Institutional Request Process
STEP 1: Confirm your institutional agreement with Shannex.
STEP 2: Complete the ‘Student Placement Request’ Form.
- Ontario (pdf)
- New Brunswick (pdf)
- Nova Scotia – Contact Colleen McKenna or add placement through HSPnet.
STEP 3: Shannex will confirm placement details.
Our Academic Program & Partnership Coordinator will contact institutions to confirm student placement details.
STEP 4: Institutions confirm placement details with students.
Institutions will provide each student with a date, location and ensure all required materials are completed in advance of their start date.
The Student Placement Process
STEP 1: Apply for a placement through your institution.
- Approach your academic institution about placement options at Shannex.
STEP 2: Your institution will confirm your eligibility and request your placement.
STEP 3: Complete required forms from institution.
- Once approved for a placement, the institution will send the required confidentiality and placement agreement forms.
- Please complete these forms and return them to the institution.
STEP 4: Your placement will be confirmed by your institution.
- A Shannex institution will be assigned to the student. Start date, requirements, and any additional information will be communicated through the institution.
- If you are in Ontario, ORCA training will be set up on your behalf and emailed to you directly. This training must be completed before your start date.
STEP 5: Review the student handbook and get ready for your first day.
”The CCA program at CBBC Career College, along with my hands-on experience at different Shannex facilities, was incredibly helpful. The mentorship I received prepared me for the job and gave me the confidence to start my career in healthcare.”
Clement U
“I absolutely loved the whole student experience. And love my job! Thank you for the opportunity, Shannex”
Amy M
Frequently Asked Questions (Institutions)
Please reach out to the Academic Program & Partnership Coordinator in your area.
Through HSPnet (in NS) and through email on NB & ON.
Placements should be made at least 6 weeks in advance.
Frequently Asked Questions (Students)
- Hands-on clinical training in either our Retirement Living or Long-term Care facilities.
- Gain confidence in providing personal and clinical care.
- Working directly with residents with different care levels.
- A welcoming and nurturing environment.
- One-on-one mentorship from Shannex employees who have been trained to mentor and re-emphasize skills learned.
- A connection to Shannex recruitment to help get you started on your career once graduated.
No, placements need to be coordinated through your academic institution.
Nova Scotia:
HRM: Arborstone, Bissett Court, Maplestone, Moody Hall, London Hall, DePaul Hall, Parkstone, Glasgow Hall, West Bedford Transition Health, Opal Ridge
Valley/South Shore: Ryan Hall, Blomidon Court, Orchard Court
Cape Breton: Harborstone, Celtic Court, Kiknu
Colchester/Cumberland: Cedarstone, Vimy Court, Elk Court, Debert Court, Northumberland Hall
New Brunswick & Ontario:
All locations in NB and Ontario offer placements. *Bilingual proficiency is required for placements at Faubourg Du Mascaret.
We accept student placements from a variety of roles.
Yes! Upon graduation, you will be eligible for a job in any of our buildings.
Even if you have not finished your schooling yet, we offer casual CCA positions for non-certified CCA’s to start working with us right away.
*Please note:* Employment is subject to all requirements met through the recruiting process.
- Criminal record check with Vulnerable Sector Check
- Any of your institution’s requirements
- *Ontario only: Require negative 2-step TB clearance, and ORCA training completion*
Our Team
Please get in contact with one of our Academic Program & Partnership Coordinators, who will be happy to help support you.
Colleen McKenna
Academic Program & Partnership Coordinator, Nova Scotia
902-430-0258 | cmckenna@shannex.com
Robert Burnett (LPN)
Academic Program & Partnership Coordinator, New Brunswick & Ontario
506-429-7252 | rburnett@shannex.com
