Personal Support Worker (PSW) Certification Program A Provincially Accredited PSW Program Quick Facts Requirements Documented proof of 50 hours of volunteer and/or work experience with seniors/disabled. Grade 10 English, Minimum Canadian Language Benchmark Level 6 or LBS Level 5 If non-citizen, must be a convention refugee or permanent resident. Application Process Individuals must complete the application at 150 East 5th Street from 9am to 3 pm, Monday to Friday Applicants must provide Proof of citizenship/Permanent Resident/Refugee (No Student Visa, No Work Visa, No Study Visa) Photo ID Documented proof of volunteer hours (see requirements) CLB Benchmark test results, if applicable High school transcripts Successful individuals will be contacted for an interview that will take place at the end of June.  At that time, a non-refundable assessment fee of $50 will be required. Does not guarantee acceptance.   Fees   $1,200 program fee, which includes: Personal Assessment Resource Materials Uniform (ltd) Certificate costs Name tags/Police check CPR & First Aid training Supervised Clinical Instruction If you are seeking financial assistance, please contact your case worker or funding provider. (Funding approvals - allow 3-6 months).  Program is not eligible for OSAP.  Payment installment plan available.   Prices subject to change.   When   February 2, 2012 - June 29, 2012 (Class is FULL), September 2012 - January 2013 9 am - 3 pm   Does not run in the summer   Where 150 East 5th General Information   Over 95% of our grads are working in their field! Qualify to work in nursing homes, hospitals and private care facilities 18-week sessions PSW Certificate issued CPR Certification First Aid Certification Marketable Skills Employer Contacts Work Experience OSSD (high school) credits if required Program is highly recognized Provincial PSW Program Accreditation Registered with the Ontario Long Term Care Association Teachers hold Ontario Teaching Qualifications Clinical instructors are registered with the Ontario College of Nurses. Course Outline Program Modules Anatomy & Physiology Interpersonal Skills Mobility, Safety Hygiene Abuse Issues Household Management and Meal Preparation Optimal Support & Care Planning Cognition Issues Mental Health Issues Assisting with Medications Providing Family Support Assisting the Dying Career Education Program Teacher: Joanne DeRubeis - R.N., B. Sc. N. back to top