NACC PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER

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Make a difference in healthcare. Join our NACC Accredited Personal Support Worker program now!

PROGRAM DETAILS

Duration – 28 Weeks

The NACC Accredited Personal Support Worker (PSW) program provides comprehensive training for a compassionate career in healthcare. Over 28 weeks, students acquire skills to assist with daily living tasks in various settings, including long-term care facilities, home care, and hospitals. The curriculum covers essential areas like safety, personal hygiene, nutrition, care planning, and family assistance. Furthermore, the program emphasizes the development of sensitivity and respect for client care, preparing students to meet the individual needs of clients and support their well-being.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

& ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

SKILLS COVERED

Foundations of Personal Support Work
Safety, mobility, and body systems understanding
Assisting with personal hygiene and managing household tasks
Nutrition and hydration management
Care planning and supporting families
Assisting with medications and cognitive health issues
Training in Standard First Aid and CPR Level C Certification

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Careers that correspond with the skills learned in this program include:

Roles in long-term care facilities
Employment in home care settings and retirement homes
Positions in supportive housing and group homes
Opportunities in adult day programs and hospitals.

ANTICIPATED SALARY

C$26,776 – C$44,343 (Information from PayScale Canada)

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Grade 12 or equivalent or Mature Student Status
Proof of English Proficiency (If First Language not English)
Admission Interview
Minimum age of 19 years
NACC Technical literacy exam
Medical Certificate (Immunization Form)
Clear Police Check
Signed disclaimer for working with vulnerable sectors

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*Full time students must attend required hours per weeks
**Students may customize their own weekly schedule to meet the program requirements