About the course

An aging population, shorter hospital stays, and a shortage of trained PSWs makes this an in-demand healthcare job. Cambrian’s tailored personal support worker courses will prepare you to work as a PSW in just 28 weeks.(in just two semesters). In the first semester you will learn the skills that PSWs use to care for others, in our labs and in the classroom. The second semester is a preceptorship. You will work in a healthcare setting with an experienced PSW and a faculty member, who will help you to become a confident, caring, and job ready PSW.

　　Upon completion of the program, you will be prepared to assist clients with activities of daily living and contribute to the quality of life of individuals who live in a facility or community setting by promoting their independence, dignity, social, emotional and physical well-being. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 2 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Winter (January), 2024	Sudbury
Spring (May), 2024	Sudbury
Fall (September), 2024	Sudbury
Winter (January), 2025	Sudbury
Spring (May), 2025	Sudbury
Fall (September), 2025	Sudbury
Winter (January), 2026	Sudbury
Spring (May), 2026	Sudbury

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Cambrian College

For graduates of the new curriculum (OSS): Ontario Secondary School Diploma (30 credits) or equivalent or mature student status, including:

　　Any grade 12 English (C), (U), or (M)

　　Any grade 11 or 12 mathematics (C), (U), or (M)

　　Recommended:

　　any grade 12 Biology (C), (U), or (M)

　　At registration students must provide:

　　Proof of current immunization

　　Proof (original certificate) of CPR HCP and Standard First Aid

　　Original copy of an Adult Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sectors Check

　　Registered students must:

　　Complete Cambrian College WHMIS, General Safety Awareness course (online approximately $10)

　　Details to be provided at the beginning of second semester

　　Complete Cambrian College GPA course when offered by program prior to first placement. Details to be provided at orientation

　　IELTS - 6.0 (no band under 5.5), TOEFL - 550 (paper based test), 80 (internet based test)

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

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