Are you seeking a career where you make a meaningful difference in people’s lives? As a Personal Support Worker (PSW), you’ll find job stability and fulfillment in delivering compassionate care to individuals with diverse healthcare needs. With a focus on person-centered, emotion-based care, you’ll support clients of all ages across the lifespan.
Credential: Certificate Program
Course Code: PSW
Model: Instructor-Led
Delivery Format: In-Class, Online and Online Live
Program Length: 27 Weeks
Externship: 300 Hours
Tuition: $6,690
100% Employer Satisfaction*
*2021 Key Performance Indicator (KPI) survey results produced by the Ontario Government (Ministry of Colleges and Universities and Forum Research). Percentage shown reflects the average employer satisfaction across all Medix College of Healthcare programs and campuses.
Graduate Success
About the Personal Support Worker Program
The Personal Support Worker program is designed to provide students with skills in providing supportive care to individuals across the life span. This includes clients experiencing cognitive and intellectual impairments, physical and mental health challenges, and illnesses.
Students in this program will gain skills and knowledge in areas such as personal support communication and records management, infection control and prevention, human body anatomy, chronic illness and disease, palliative care, First Aid/CPR and providing client care.
Medix College’s Personal Support Worker (PSW) program is registered and aligns with the Ministry of Colleges and Universities Personal Support Worker Standard, 2022 and the training requirements established by the Ministry of Health & Long Term Care.
Learn More About The Personal Support Worker Program at Medix College
Career Outlook
There is a growing demand for PSW services contributed by the aging population, increased healthcare needs, and a focus on home and community based care. Additionally, advancements in healthcare technology and a greater emphasis on personalized care further highlight the value of PSWs in providing essential support to individuals with diverse healthcare needs.
Delivery Formats
Inperson Classroom
Traditional instructor led classes.
Inperson Practical Labs
Simulating real-world experiential situations.
Online Flexible Learning
Independent online learning
activities.
Hands-On Bootcamp
Simulating real world experiences in a practical lab setting.
Externship
A placement with an employer.
*Delivery formats listed above may vary depending on program
Areas Of Employment
After successfully completing the program, graduates of Medix College’s Personal Support Worker program have found employment in positions such as:
• Long Term Care Homes • Retirement Homes
• Hospitals, Acute Care Facilities • Rehab Facilities
• Food service contractors • Hospice & Health Care Facilities
Our Community Partners
We’re proud to work with these amazing organizations that support students through externship, experiential learning, and employment opportunities.
Our Affiliations, Accreditations & Licensing
Medix College is registered by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities as a Career College under the Ontario Career Colleges Act 2005, and is a member of the National Association of Career Colleges and Career Colleges Ontario.
• Our Personal Support Worker (PSW) program meets the Ontario Ministry of Colleges and Universities’ Personal Support Worker training standard and training requirements established by the Ministry of Long Term Care.
Financial Options
Medix College provides many financial options to help you pursue your education. Financial Assistance may be available for those who qualify. Scan the QR code below or call the campus nearest to you to setup a personalized meeting to discuss your financial plan. Options available include but are not limited to:
• OSAP (Ontario Student Assistance Program): Loans and/or grants to qualified students
• Monthly Payment Plans (interest free),
Full Payment (discount available)
• RESPs/RRSPs, Student Line of Credit (from your financial institution of choice)
• Third Party Funding (Employer Sponsor, WSIB, Private Funding etc.)
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY
- Grade 12 Ontario Secondary School
- Diploma or Mature Student Status
- Successful completion of entrance
evaluation - English Proficiency
- Admissions Interview
- Criminal Reference Check: Vulnerable
Sector Screening (clear or have pardon
prior to starting class) - Medical Form that includes up to date
immunizations and vaccinations signed
by a physician (including COVID19)
TUITION:
Tuition Fee: $5,880
Lab Fees: $525
Books: $195
Uniform: $90
TOTAL TUITION: $6,690
LOCATIONS:
TORONTO (416) 630-8021
#300-700 Lawrence Ave. W., M6A 3B4
BRAMPTON (905) 487-1163
17 Bramalea Road, L6T 2W7
SCARBOROUGH (416) 701-1201
520 Ellesmere Road, M1R 0B1
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