Personal Support Worker

PROGRAM TYPE: Registered Full Program

PROGRAM DURATION: 30 Weeks

P.S.W. OUTLINE: P.S.W (Personal Support Worker) is a 700 hours design program curriculum divided into two subsections. Semester one consists of 390 hours of theoretical instruction and Semester Two 310 hours of Practical training. The program is intended to train individuals to give clients and their families the care and assistance needed to live fulfilling lives in the community and in institutions. The study of this program includes understanding the value of their role in order to reflect a true sensitivity and respect for the individuality of each consumer/client. Some of the personal support workers’ activities include providing their clients with personal care and meal preparation, care positioning, household and family management, assisting clients with their medications and restorative activities.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:  There are numerous job opportunities for P.S.W (Personal Support Worker) in the care centers and other settings where personal care and support services are provided. As a graduate of this program, you may find employment in a range of healthcare-related jobs. Our program prepares you to find job opportunities in public or private sectors as a Personal Support Worker.

Career Options
Personal Support Worker
Personal Care Attendant
Personal Aide
Home Support Worker
Resident Homemaker
Independent caregiver