Personal Support Worker

The Personal Support Worker (PSW) program at Mohawk College is designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge needed to provide compassionate and client-centered care across various healthcare settings. Through a blend of online learning, classroom lectures, clinical and lab experiences, and field placements, students will develop a broad range of abilities to deliver respectful and effective service to clients. This program emphasizes sensitivity, professionalism, and accountability in practice, preparing students to be integral members of the healthcare team.

Students will learn how to build therapeutic, trusting relationships with clients and their families, respecting diverse values and cultural practices. The program provides hands-on experience in simulated and real-life environments, including state-of-the-art labs, to apply problem-solving, critical thinking, and time management skills. Graduates will be prepared to deliver person-centred care, support clients with daily living activities, assist with medication, and contribute to holistic health care, including palliative and end-of-life care. The curriculum ensures that students understand their role in maintaining safety, confidentiality, and compliance with healthcare legislation, and they will be ready to meet the challenges of providing care in various contexts, from rehabilitation to mental health support.

Admission Requirements

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent.

What You’ll Learn

• Apply theoretical knowledge and practical skills to work collaboratively with clients, families, nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.
• Gain hands-on experience through professional practice placements in healthcare agencies, guided by instructors and preceptors.
• Provide care and support to a diverse range of clients, adapting to individual needs and situations.
• Understand and apply relevant legislation, including the Human Rights Code, Child and Family Services Act, and the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Engage in real-world learning experiences.
• Develop essential skills for delivering person-centred care in a variety of healthcare settings, ensuring safe and effective support for clients.