Program Details

Personal Support Worker School: Cambrian College Faculty: School of Health Sciences and Emergency Services Degree: Certificate ; Co-op Field of Study: Health Aide Description: Personal Support Workers assist clients with activities of daily living. They contribute to the quality of life of individuals who live in a facility or community setting by promoting their independence, dignity, social, emotional and physical well-being, mobility, personal appearance, comfort and safety. This program prepares students to meet the program standards as defined by the Ministry of Colleges, Training and Universities. Three practicums are included two in a long-term care setting and another in a community setting. Website: Personal Support Worker at Cambrian College Length: 1 Year(s) Admission Requirements Prerequisites: These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school. Grade 12 English Grade 11 Mathematics Ontario Secondary School Diploma (30 credits) or equivalent or mature student status, including any grade 12 English (C), (U) or (M) and any grade 11 or 12 mathematics (C), (U), or (M). Also recommended is any grade 11 biology (C), (U) or (M). Current Immunization is required before the beginning of the PSW program. An "Entry Immunization Form" will be mailed to students upon acceptance into the program. Submit the completed form to the Program Coordinator at the time of registration at the time of registration. CPR Level C and Standard First Aid is required before beginning the PSW program. Submit the original certificate to the Program Coordinator at registration. An original copy of a Criminal Record Check is required for the PSW program. Please submit the completed form to the Program Coordinator at registration. Students must complete 30 hours of volunteer work at an accredited long-term-care facility before beginning the PSW program. Proof of volunteer hours must be submitted to the Program Coordinator at the time of registration. Questionnaires will be mailed to students upon acceptance to the program. Proof of volunteer hours and completed questionnaire should be submitted to the Program Coordinator at the time of registration. Students are expected to take the Cambrian College the WHMIS, General Safety Awareness course once enrolled in the program. The cost for this on-line course is $10. Students must complete a Cambrian College non-violent crisis intervention course once enrolled in the program. The cost is $50.00. * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.