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The program This program will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to provide support services to people living at home and in long-term care facilities and to function as integral members of the health care team. As a graduate, you'll be able to effectively communicate with clients, families and members of the health care team. You'll also provide safe and competent care for individual clients who are experiencing physical, cognitive, emotional and behavioural challenges. Graduate career opportunities Retirement homes, nursing homes, homes for the aged, community agencies, independent practice Admission requirements OSSD or equivalent • Grade 12 English (C or U ) is strongly recommended and will be used in selection. Mature students, non-secondary school applicants (19 years or older) and home school applicants may also be considered for admission. Eligibility may be met by applicants who have taken equivalent courses, upgrading, completed their GED and equivalency testing. For complete details, refer to GeorgianCollege.ca/admissions/policies-procedures/ Applicants who have taken courses from a recognized and accredited postsecondary institution and/or have relevant life/learning experience may also be considered for admission. Refer to the Credit Transfer Centre website for details: GeorgianCollege.ca/admissions/credit-transfer/ Clinical placement requirements • Completion of the college Clinical Preparedness Permit • Current certification in Standard First Aid and CPR – Level HCP • Employers who provide clinical placements may require a vulnerable sector screening for criminal offences (an unpardoned criminal record may result in inability to participate in clinical courses and prevent the student from graduating) • Record of immunization prior to registration • Record of mask fit test (done in semester 1 at the college); must be renewed every two years Graduation requirements Students are required to complete 7 mandatory courses • 1 communications course • 1 general education course to be chosen from college list • 2 practicum placements Start: September, January, May Confirm January and May starts with the Office of the Registrar Locations: Barrie, Mukoka (September, January) Midland (September) Owen Sound (September, May) Orangeville, South Georgian Bay (September, January, May) Length: 1 year (2 semesters) Practical experience: 2 practicum placements Credential: Ontario College Certificate Apply to: ontariocolleges.ca (Code/Major: PSWR) Contact: 705.728.1968, ext. 1444 (Barrie) 705.526.3666 (Midland) 705.646.7629 (Muskoka) 519.940.0331 (Orangeville) 519.376.0840, ext. 2058 (Owen Sound) 705.445.2961 (South Georgian Bay) Approximate first-year costs (based on previous year – subject to change): Tuition fees: $2,685.76 Student fees: $870.22 Program fees: $30 One-time fee: $112.46 Books: Costs vary by program; please check with co-ordinator PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER PSWR Communications courses To be chosen at time of registration Mandatory courses may include The Essential Body The PSW in the Community Supportive Care 1 Professional Foundations of PSW 1 Health Challenges Supportive Care 2 Professional Foundations of PSW 2 HEALTH AND WELLNESS STUDIES 105 GeorgianCollege.ca