College Certificate - Personal Support Worker (PPSWK)
4180 Duke of York Boulevard, Mississauga, Canada
258737
Last updated: 16/04/2025
About College Certificate - Personal Support Worker (PPSWK)
In just one year, students can develop the skills they need to begin a satisfying career helping in a long-term care facility, supportive housing, home care, adult daycare and palliative care. A full 100% of graduates find employment, and employers are 100% satisfied with the personal support workers they hire from Sheridan College.
Things students will learn to do:
- Assist clients with activities of daily living, including meal prep, feeding and personal care.
- Understand and empathize with clients and their challenging situations.
- Lift and transfer clients.
- Increase clients' comfort, safety and mobility.
- Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients and report accurately.
Hands-on experience:
Training will include 350 hours (14 full weeks) in two practicum settings, including a long-term care facility and the student's choice of community setting. Sheridan College arranges each student's placements for them, and a faculty member supervises their Long Term Care placement. Field experiences often lead directly to employment after graduation.
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