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Personal Support Worker

About the Program

The Personal Support Worker (NACC) certificate program trains you to provide essential care for elderly patients, individuals with chronic illnesses, and those with physical disabilities. Complete 700 hours of training in just 23 weeks through live online classes and hands-on clinical placements at leading GTA healthcare facilities including Mon Sheong, Yee Hong, and Markhaven.

Key Benefits

Career-ready in 23 weeks - NACC-certified certificate with 400 hours theory, 300 hours clinical placement
Live online learning - attend theory classes from home, in-person only for placement and essential labs
Real placement experience - 300 hours at major facilities in Markham, Richmond Hill, Toronto
97% employment rate - many students hired at placement sites before graduation, $19-$28/hour

Career Opportunities

Roles: Personal Support Worker in long-term care homes, hospitals, home care agencies, retirement residences, community support programs

Why it matters: High demand across Ontario with strong job prospects—make a meaningful difference providing essential care to those who need it most

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*All student funding, whether made available privately or through various government branches, is only approved to those who qualify, by the original source of funding. There are many criteria that each candidate must meet to be approved. Schools can only inform you of what may be available.