Personal Support Worker (PSW)

The Personal Support Worker (PSW) program at triOS College prepares students to provide compassionate care and essential support to individuals in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and home settings. Students learn to assist with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, mobility, and managing ongoing medical conditions, while gaining knowledge in cognitive and mental health issues, brain injuries, and medication administration. The program emphasizes both administrative and clinical skills, ensuring graduates are well-equipped to deliver safe, high-quality care.

In addition to in-class learning, students complete a 12-week clinical placement that provides hands-on experience and real-world application of their skills. The program includes industry-recognized certifications such as CPR/First Aid, Gentle Persuasive Approach, and Intramuscular/Subcutaneous Insulin Administration. With access to modern classrooms simulating healthcare environments and campus support across multiple locations—including Toronto, London, Mississauga, Brampton, Kitchener, Hamilton, Ottawa, and Windsor—graduates leave ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those they serve.

Admission Requirements

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, OR is 18 years of age or older on or before the program begins.
• Clear Medical Certificate within 45 days of the commencement of study.
• Vulnerable Sector Check within 45 days of the commencement of study.
• English Language Proficiency.

What You’ll Learn

• Essential skills in personal care, mobility support, and daily living assistance.
• Knowledge of cognitive and mental health, brain injuries, and medication management.
• Hands-on experience through a 12-week clinical placement in real healthcare settings.
• Industry-recognized certifications including CPR/First Aid, Gentle Persuasive Approach, and insulin administration.