Personal Support Worker

The application deadline for Personal Support Worker is Sep 1, 2026, and tuition is Fees vary by program. For details, see Tuition and Fees..

Students perform personal care tasks and assist clients with daily living activities in clinical and community settings. They complete lab sessions and supervised field placements in long-term care, hospitals, and home care environments. The program covers patient mobilization, infection control, and communication with clients and families. It prepares students to work under supervision in health and social services roles.

3 semesters (distance education), 2 semesters (on campus); includes clinical placements; no co-op mentioned.

Graduates work in hospitals, long-term care facilities, home care, group homes, and retirement homes.

Ontario Secondary School Diploma, ACE certificate, or equivalent; 1 French credit; good physical condition; current immunizations; police clearance; first aid and CPR Level C certificates required before clinical internships.

On-campus or online; full-time; 3 semesters for distance education, 2 semesters for on-campus.