PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER (PSW) PROGRAM
PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER DE PROGRAM
The Personal Support Worker program provides the opportunity for students to develop basic nursing and social service training skills necessary for employment in homes and apartments in the community, long-term facilities, congregate housing settings, and/or day programs.
- Duration:
- Language:
- Certificate:
- 28 Weeks
- English
- Yes
Earn your PSW Certification
Eligible students can get up to $13,690 to cover all costs. FILL OUT THE FORM BELOW OR CALL (905) 273-6788
The Personal Support Worker program provides the opportunity for students to develop basic nursing and social service training skills necessary for employment in homes and apartments in the community, long-term facilities, congregate housing settings, and/or day programs.
*Last date to enroll in the program is Sept 30, 2024
Program Overview
- Program Type: Certificate
- Anticipated salary: C$26,776 – C$44,343 (Information from PayScale Canada)
- Program Duration: 28 Weeks
- Program Notes: Financial assistance may be available to qualified students.
- Program Category: Healthcare Programs
Program Syllabus: Click to Download
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| September 20, 2024 | WEEKEND |
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| October 14, 2024 |
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| December 16, 2024 |
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Career Opportunities
Training in the Personal Support Worker program provides the opportunity for students to develop basic nursing and social service training skills necessary for employment in homes and apartments in the community, long-term facilities, congregate housing settings, and/or day programs.
Personal Support Workers (PSWs) assist with the tasks of daily living, and may work in long-term care facilities, home care settings, retirement homes, supportive housing, group homes, adult day programs, hospitals, and educational facilities. The range of services provided by a PSW is determined by the individual needs of each client* and may include assistance with routine activities of living including personal care, mobility, home management, meal preparation, family care, and assisting with social and recreational activities. As frontline workers, PSWs must develop a broad range of abilities beyond dexterity skills. They must provide for not only the comfort, safety, and well-being of their clients, but also demonstrate sensitivity and respect for those in their care. The attitude, abilities, and approach of PSWs are critical to the well-being and health of the people they support.
Admission Requirement
- Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent (or Wonderlic BST with a cut score of 365 for verbal and 265 for quantitative)
- 19 years of age or older (varies, depending on province specific ministry requirements)
- NACC Technical literacy exam with a minimum score of 18 out of a possible 30 marks
- Medical Certificate (Immunization Form)
- Signed Disclaimer for Students in program Leading to Work with Vulnerable Sectors
- Clear Police Check of Criminal Record or a full pardon
- Adequate level of physical health to be able to fulfill job requirements
- Good command of the English language – both written and verbal
Core Courses
Upon completion of the program the participant must demonstrate the following core competencies:
Part A: Personal Support Workers Modules
- PSW Foundations
- Safety and Mobility
- Body Systems
- Assisting with Personal Hygiene
- Abuse and Neglect
- Household Management, Nutrition, and Hydration
- Care Planning
- Assisting the Family
- Assisting the Dying Person
- Assisting with Medications
- Cognitive and Mental Health
- Health Conditions
- Standard First Aid
- CPR Level C Certification
- Standard First Aid and CPR – Level C certifications
Part B: Work Experience
- Clinical Placement (Community)
- Clinical Placement (Facility)
NACC Final Theory Examination
Becoming a Personal Support Worker
Financial Aid
Financial assistance may be available for those who qualify. Options for assistance that may be available to you include:
- Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP)
- Canada Student Loans Program (CSLP)
- Canada Student Loans and Grants
Please click here to see the detailed information on Financial aid.
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