Duration
32 WEEKS
Studies
Full time
Field Placement
310 Hours
Credential Awarded
Ontario College Certificate
Learn more about Admission Requirements
About the Program
The Personal Support Work field will continue to grow as Canada’s population ages. The program enables the graduates to work in hospitals, nursing homes, other long term care and community-based facilities and private homes. If you like helping others the Personal Support Worker role in today’s health care may be the answer to your career search.
Reasons for Demand
Technological advanced in the Health Care sector
Aging population in Canada
Growing interest in preventive healthcare
Higher life expectancy
Courses
PSW Foundations
Safety and Mobility
Body Systems
Assisting with Personal Hygiene
Abuse and Neglect
Household Management, Nutrition and Hydration
Care Planning / Restorative Care / Documentation / Working in the Community
Assisting the Family, Growth and Development
Assisting the Dying Person
Assisting with Medications
Cognitive and Mental Health
Health Conditions
CPR Frist Aid Training
Career
As a graduate of this program, you may pursue future career options, such as:
Personal Support Worker (PSW)
Residential Support Worker
Personal Aides Live-in Caregiver
Personal Care Attendant
Child Care and Personal Support Worker