Personal Support Worker Acute Care (St. Andrews)

Program Overview

Are you a kind and nurturing person who feels fulfilled by and thrives on helping others in need? If so, this might be the opportunity you have been looking for. Personal support workers work in collaboration with members of healthcare teams. They’re on the front line, offering compassionate and respectful care to clients of all ages, their families, and communities.

In the PSW program, you will learn how to assist clients in functioning as independently as possible, working safely, and ever mindful of preserving the dignity of those under your care. A career in personal support work provides opportunities in physical, mental, community, or personal health services fields. With an aging population, the need for personal support worker graduates is high, so enroll today to pursue a career in this well-respected field.

Program Structure

The Personal Support Worker Acute Care program is designed to be completed within one year of full-time study. This program is offered in a blended delivery format, combining both online and in-person learning experiences. Here are some key features of the program structure:

• Duration: One year
• Blended delivery format, allowing for flexibility in learning
• Hands-on clinical practicum experience
• Focus on developing essential skills for personal support work
• Opportunities for community engagement and wellness

Students will also have the chance to participate in various applied workplace experiences, which are crucial for gaining real-world skills and knowledge in the field.

Featured Experiences

• Hands-on clinical practicum experience under the guidance of an assigned preceptor
• Opportunities to work in diverse healthcare settings, including hospitals and long-term care facilities
• Community engagement projects to enhance understanding of civic responsibility
• Focus on trauma-informed and culturally competent care
• Access to a connected learning environment with technology support

Career Options

Graduates of the Personal Support Worker Acute Care program can explore a variety of career opportunities in Canada. Here are some potential job roles:

• Personal Support Worker (PSW): Assist clients with daily living activities, providing compassionate care in home settings or long-term care facilities.
• Healthcare Aide: Support healthcare teams in hospitals, helping with patient care and daily activities.
• Rehabilitation Assistant: Work with clients recovering from illness or surgery, assisting with rehabilitation exercises and therapies.
• Palliative Care Worker: Provide end-of-life care and support to patients and their families, ensuring comfort and dignity.
• Community Health Worker: Engage with community health agencies to deliver home care services and support to individuals in need.

With the increasing demand for personal support workers in Canada’s healthcare system, now is an ideal time to pursue a rewarding career in this field.

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