NACC Personal Support Worker DE 2022

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Personal Support Worker (PSW)

The NACC Personal Support Worker DE 2022 Program at WCTR College of Trades, Technology and Healthcare prepares students for meaningful careers in the healthcare field. Based on the Ontario PSW Training Standard (2022), this program provides comprehensive, hands-on training in both theory and clinical care.

Program Details

Total Program Length

700 hours

(400 Online course + Lab hours & 300 Co-op hours)

Delivery

In-class/Blended

Certification

NACC Certificate

What You’ll Learn
  • Assist individuals with personal care, hygiene, and mobility
  • Provide support to individuals with cognitive impairments, physical disabilities, and mental health challenges
  • Promote client safety, comfort, and independence
  • Develop effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Understand the principles of infection control and universal precautions
  • Work collaboratively as part of an interprofessional health care team
  • Deliver compassionate, ethical, and respectful care
  • Document and report observations accurately
  • Support individuals in palliative and end-of-life care settings
Career Opportunities

Graduates of the WCTR PSW program are in high demand and can pursue careers in:

  • Long-Term Care Homes
  • Home Care & Community Health Services
  • Supportive Housing & Group Homes
  • Educational Institutions
  • Hospitals
  • Retirement Residences & Senior Living Facilities
  • Adult Day Programs
  • Hospice and Palliative Care Settings

Why Study PSW at WCTR in Northern Ontario?

High Demand for PSWs in Northern Ontario

Northern Ontario continues to face a growing need for trained PSWs in long-term care, home care, and community health settings.

Better Hiring Opportunities in Local Facilities

Health care providers in Greater Sudbury actively seek out locally trained graduates

Work Where You Live

Complete your education close to home and enter the workforce without relocating.

Supportive Local Practicum Placements

Hands-on placements in real health care settings across the region, building direct connections with potential employers.

Your Skills Are Essential to the Region

Northern Ontario’s aging population and rural communities rely on dedicated PSWs.

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