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GOVT FUNDED FREE PSW PROGRAM
What is the PSW Challenge fund? As PSW Challenge Fund, you may be eligible to receive Government funding up to $13,235 to become a professional Personal Support Worker (PSW.) How do I choose a good college to do the PSW program? Ensure that the school is recognized by NACC, and the Ministry of Colleges and
Upgrade your skills!
It is estimated that 50% of all employees will need to upgrade their skills by 2025 in order to adopt technology increase globally.[1] Learning new skills is the best way to be more successful and up-to-date in your career. Whether you are looking for a new career opportunity or would like to move into a
Ontario Expands Opportunities for PSWs in Long-Term Care!
Hats off to the Ontario government for investing over $1.3 billion to increase wages for personal support worker, to provide a high level of care during the COVID-19 pandemic. Currently, The Ontario government is investing up to $100 million to add an additional 2,000 nurses to the long-term care sector by 2024-25. The government will
The Benefits Of Being A Personal Support Worker
Growing Profession As a Personal Support Worker, you can expect a growing profession that comes with many career opportunities and a change of environment. PSW training prepares you to become the best version of yourself. PSW’s are the largest group of healthcare employees in long-term care facilities and the demand for PSW’s allows you to
Don’t Skip That Home Inspection – Home Inspectors To The Rescue
Overview It is easy to get caught up in the excitement of buying a new home and overlook the need for conducting a home inspection prior to signing a contract. Home inspections by qualified home inspectors are an important aspect of the home-buying process that can help you save time, money and save you from immense pain in the long run. To some, a home inspection
Get a FREE PSW Diploma through the challenge fund!
The Challenge fund The Personal Support Worker Challenge Fund is an Ontario government initiative. It provides a bursary ( not a loan!) to help students earn a ministry-approved diploma for a PSW career. The program also assures work placement in the long-term care industry and provides experience in a long-term care context. Only OSAP-eligible students are eligible for the Personal support worker Challenge fund. You
Why is a home inspection with a qualified home inspector so important?
Overview With the recent spate in home sales, home inspection from a qualified home inspector has become all the more significant. A Home Inspector serves many key purposes that are important in the finalization of a home sale First, it offers you an opportunity to assess the state of the house, its structure, interior, exterior, and the state of its mechanical
Considering Skipping A Home Inspection? Think Twice
Overview Home inspectors are experts that examine and uncover any potential flaws or risks in a home. Home inspections are essential for determining the health of a house that you or someone else wants to call home. Why should you think twice about skipping a home inspection? If a large health and safety item is detected, sellers are more likely to
Why You Don’t Want To Miss Out On a Home Inspection in the Hot Housing Market?
The Diploma Program The Home Inspection course offered at the Academy Of Learning Brampton West Campus is a Ministry-approved program that is aligned with the Canadian Association of Home and Property Inspectors (CAHPI) and the American Society of Home Inspectors’ professional standards (ASHI). You can check out our website for more information about the curriculum
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER
Overview A Personal Support Worker (PSW) assists with tasks of daily living, working in long-term care facilities such as home care, retirement homes, group homes, hospitals, and other social institutions. The assistance you provide as a PSW can vary widely depending on the needs of your client. Being prepared for unexpected circumstances is a part of
How does a Private Career College help you?
Opportunities A Private career college caters to everyone including the underserved and those that may have been left behind in our communities. At Private career colleges we offer diplomas that are completed at a shorter duration than degrees and prepare students with hands-on skills that prepare them to hit the ground running. This includes placements,
Why Choose a Private Career College?
Private Career Colleges can get you job ready in a short duration at a lower cost with ministry approved programs
ONTARIO ANNOUNCES $86 MILLION IN PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER EDUCATION FUNDING
The $86 million in PSW education announced by Ontario Government is a great step towards taking the current COVID crisis challenge head-on as well as improving long term health care
21 Questions every PSW wants to know!!
1. What does PSW stand for? PSW is the acronym for Personal Support Worker. 2. What are the job duties of a PSW? Personal support workers (PSWs) care for the elder and aging population. The PSWs act as aids for the added who are unable to do their everyday activities without help. The PSW ensures
