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Personal Support Worker (PSW)

Program Overview

Personal Support Workers (PSWs) work in Hospitals, Long-Term Care Facilities, Retirement Homes and Home Care Agencies assisting the elderly and people with disabilities with their tasks of daily living, including personal care, mobility, home management and socialization.

Program Length

The PSW program is 700 hours in length, including In-Class Theory and Skills Practice, Clinical Placement and a Final Examination. Ask us about our flexible class schedules.

Theory (In-Class)

Learn the fundamental knowledge and skills of a Personal Support Worker (PSW) through 12 exciting modules which include:

PSW Foundations
Safety & Mobility
Assisting with Personal Hygiene
Assisting with Medications
Mental Health
Health Conditions

Clinical Placement

Further your training by utilizing your knowledge and skills with local seniors. Just let us know your availability and we will assign you to one of our great host facilities which include long-term care facilities and retirement homes.

Upon Completion

Once completed, graduates will earn the following credentials necessary for working as a PSW:

MHA Personal Support Worker (PSW) Certificate
MHA Academic Transcript
NACC Certificate and PIN

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Not Sure Where to Start?

Choosing a school or program can feel overwhelming, especially when funding details, eligibility, and timelines may depend on your personal situation.

A good first step is to identify the type of training you’re interested in, then connect with schools that can explain program options, admissions steps, and available support.

Use the search tool to begin narrowing your options based on your goals.

*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.