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Personal Support Worker (PSW) Certificate (NAAC) Program in Ontario

Current Scholarship for the PSW Diploma Program

With the current Healthcare scholarship, enroll in this Personal Support Worker program this month and pay as little as $4,600.00, or a flexible payment plan with a deposit of $1,000.00 followed by 10 monthly payments of $450 incase that suits you better. Regular fees for this program is $8,400.00, we highly encourage you to enroll now which the scholarships funds are available to reduce your fees substantially. Contact us and request enrollment forms and start classes typically within 3 to 4 weeks.

NACC PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER

The Personal Support Worker (PSW) program is based upon the Ontario Personal Support Worker Training Standard. The program content, standards and guidelines, combined with the clinical component of the program, ensure that the graduates have the knowledge and skills necessary to be successful as a Personal Support Worker.

The PSW program prepares graduates to provide supportive care to individuals, including clients experiencing cognitive impairment, physical disability, and mental health challenges across their lifespan by assisting them with their activities of daily living.

Program Length
Total Program hours: 700 hours
In-school theory & practice (includes testing) 390 Hybrid
Clinical Placement (Community) 110 Clinical
Placement (Facility) 200
TOTAL PROGRAM HOURS 700

Method of Learning and Class Schedules
As this program is offered at the Brampton campus, you may learn virtually Monday to Thursday evenings 6pm to 9pm. Some in person class activities will be required for select subjects.

Placements
Upon successfully completing all subjects, the College will assist you in finding placements.

Final Theory Examination
The final examination is an online examination (conducted at the Brampton campus where you are required to be present) to evaluate the theory component of the training and determine whether each student has the required level of knowledge to do the job safely and effectively. The external setting for the exam and marking provide unbiased and consistent evaluation of adherence to the PSW Program standard.

All students write the final theory examination at the end of the placement period.

Pre-Requisites
Applicants of this Program must have a Canadian or USA Highschool Transcript, or must pass a qualifying test that has been approved by the Superintendent. Students must also present a Medical Certificate to confirm they are fit to undertake the program and has up-to-date immunization, plus complete CPR and First Aid Certificates, along with Police Clearance. All documents must be presented within 30 days of starting the program. International Students – IELTS 6.0

Breakdown of Fees
Tuition $9,400.00 $4,600.00
Other Fees $1,000.00 (student to self manage book, uniform and exam fees when required)
Pay tuition $4,600.00 in full or a deposit of $1,000.00 plus 10 monthly payments of $450/month.
This scholarship is only available to students who are self funding their own education with no other means of financial aid.

Financing available

Unable to pay in full or make a deposit? Explore this Financing option through LendCare. For those that qualify, make small monthly payments while you learn. LendCare offers an easy-to-use, online financing solution, with express credit decisions, accessible from anywhere you are, 24/7.

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To apply for Financial Aid through LendCare, please select your preferred campus from the list below. You will be directed to the application form for your chosen campus.

• GLOW College of Artistic Design – Waterloo
• GLOW College of Artistic Design – Ottawa
• GLOW College of Artistic Design – Brampton

Click here for more information about GLOW College’s financial aid options.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The Personal Support Worker (PSW) program is based upon the Ontario Personal Support Worker Training Standard. The program content, standards and guidelines, combined with the clinical component of the program, ensure that the graduates have the knowledge and skills necessary to be successful as a Personal Support Worker.

This PSW program prepares graduates to provide supportive care to individuals, including clients experiencing cognitive impairment, physical disability, and mental health challenges across their lifespan by assisting them with their activities of daily living.

It has been developed by the National Association of Career Colleges and maintained by a committee of consultants, program design experts, and subject-matter experts from both the Regulated College sector, and employer groups.

Key Responsibilities of a Personal Support Worker

• Practicing universal precautions while maintaining a clean working environment,
• Providing emotional and social support services to care receivers and their families,
• Being aware of common allergies and related first-aid measures,
• Working as a supportive care worker for palliative care and hospice patients,
• Observing and reporting clinical and treatment findings, behavioral changes and changes in ongoing conditions,
• Maintaining records, and documenting procedures.

The Personal Support Worker program provides quality education and training for aspiring PSWs through comprehensive theory classes and practicum placements.

Scope of Responsibilities

The scope of responsibilities for a PSW is as follows:

• Co-operate with all members of the health team,
• Promote safety and works in a safe manner,
• Assist with walking, movement and positioning,
• Assist with mechanical and physical lifts and/or transfers,
• Assist with personal care, personal hygiene, dressing, including laundry-related tasks,
• Assist with meal preparation, grocery shopping, feeding, dietary planning, food handling,
• Answer call bells,
• Check and records vital signs,
• Teach life skills,
• Assist with a range of motion exercise and other rehabilitative measures,
• Provide comfort, safety and well-being of Clients, using sensitivity and respect,
• Ensure the well-being of others by demonstrating a positive attitude and ability.

Range of Services

As front-line workers, PSWs must develop a broad range of abilities. The range of services provided by PSWs depend upon the individual needs of each person they support and may include personal care such as dressing, personal hygiene, mobility, and other routine activities of living in accordance with the Regulated Health Professions Act.

Home management such as shopping, light house cleaning and meal preparation, family responsibilities such as routine caregiving to children and assisting with social and recreational activities might also be expected.

Final Theory Examination

The final examination is an online exam that evaluates the theory component of the training and determines whether the candidate has the required level of knowledge to do the job safely and effectively. The external setting for the exam and marking provide unbiased and consistent evaluation of adherence to the PSW program standard.

Exam preparation is provided. All students write the final theory examination at the end of the program placement.

Healthcare Employment Settings

Complete PSW training from this approved program. Build employable skills to potentially work in the following healthcare settings:

• Hospitals
• Retirement Homes
• Long-Term Care Facilities
• Home-Care Settings
• Supportive Housing Settings
• Group Homes
• Adult Day Programs
• Educational Facilities

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