Wellland,
ON,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Certificate in Personal Support Worker in Hamilton Canada | Niagara College
Niagara College
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Hamilton Canada
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
15,150
(c. USD10,873.85)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
As a Personal Support Worker, you'll serve as a dedicated healthcare professional providing compassionate assistance to clients facing physical and psychosocial challenges throughout their lives. This specialized interprofessional education program enhances teamwork abilities within healthcare settings. Upon completion, graduates earn two supplementary certifications: a Food Safety Management certificate featuring a distinctive culinary training program, and a Gentle Persuasive Approach certification specializing in dementia and cognitive disorder care.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Applicants must hold Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, including the following required courses:
- English - any Grade 12 (C) or (U), or equivalent
- Mathematics - any Grade 11 (C) or (U), or equivalent
- Biology - Grade 11 (C) or (U), or Grade 12 (U)
TOEFL - Paper: 500; Computer: 173; iBT: 79 minimum: 20 Writing, 20 Speaking
IELTS: 6.0 overall, No individual band under 5.5
CAEL: 60 - No band under 50
EAP: Completion of Level 5 English for Academic Preparation (EAP) program with 70% and no individual grade under 50%
Tuition
CAD
15,150