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Community Service Worker

Community Service Worker

Duration: 36 WeeksHours: 920

If working with people, socially, mentally and emotionally challenged ids your forte, then the Community Service Worker Program at the Academy of Learning Brampton is the program for you. To make a career out of helping others live a better and fruitful life, can now be a rewarding career as well.

This program trains students to provide many types of assistance to people in the community, from determining eligibility for welfare and health programs and counseling on child care to helping adults as well as children with physical and mental problems as well as those involved in drug abuse as well as physical abuse.

The program helps students determine and locate appropriate social service agencies such as those providing health care and physical and mental rehabilitation. Working closely with Counselors, social workers, activists, health professional, child care workers, addiction workers, mental health professionals as well as others related to the same field. A graduate from the Academy of learning Brampton will be competent and trained professional who can work well with a team as well as without supervision.

Career Opportunities

  • Addiction Worker
  • Community Service Worker
  • Abused Women Helpline
  • Hospice
  • Abused Children Shelter
  • Child & Youth Worker
  • Distress Center Counselor
  • Drug Addiction Worker
  • Hospitals
  • Homeless Shelters and Outpatient Clinics
  • Mental Health Worker
  • Rehabilitation Centers
  • Residential Aged Care Services and Community Aged Care Services

Bhoomi ShahCommunity Service Worker
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Personal Support Worker

Personal Support Worker (PSW)

GET UP TO $13,235 TO FUND YOUR PSW EDUCATION

GREAT NEWS!! The Ontario Government just announced that they have approved $86 Million for funding PSW education. Don’t let this golden opportunity pass you by. Eligible students can get up to $13,235 to cover all costs.FILL OUT THE FORM BELOW OR CALL TO SAVE YOUR SPOT

Personal Support Worker program provides the opportunity for students to develop basic nursing and social service training skills necessary for employment in homes and apartments in the community, long-term facilities, congregate housing settings, and/or day programs.

Program Overview

  • Program Type: Diploma or Certificate
  • Anticipated salary: C$26,776 – C$44,343 (Information from PayScale Canada)
  • Program Duration: 28 Weeks
  • Program Notes: Tuition fees include all materials and student manuals. Financial assistance may be available to qualified students.

Program Syllabus:Click to Download

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Admission Requirement

  • Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent (or Wonderlic BST with a cut score of 365 for verbal and 265 for quantitative
  • 19 years of age or older (varies, depending on province specific ministry requirements)
  • NACC Technical literacy exam with a minimum score of 18 out of a possible 30 marks
  • Medical Certificate (Immunization Form)
  • Signed Disclaimer for Students in program Leading to Work with Vulnerable Sectors
  • Clear Police Check of Criminal Record or a full pardon
  • Adequate level of physical health to be able to fulfill job requirements
  • Good command of the English language – both written and verbal

CORE COURSES

Upon completion of the program the participant must demonstrate the following core competencies:

Part A: Personal Support Workers Modules

  • PSW Foundations
  • Safety and Mobility
  • Body Systems
  • Assisting with Personal Hygiene
  • Abuse and Neglect
  • Household Management, Nutrition, and Hydration
  • Care Planning
  • Assisting the Family
  • Assisting the Dying Person
  • Assisting with Medications
  • Cognitive and Mental Health
  • Health Conditions
  • Standard First Aid
  • CPR Level C Certification
  • Standard First Aid and CPR – Level C certifications

Part B: Work Experience

  • Clinical Placement (Community)
  • Clinical Placement (Facility)

NACC Final Theory Examination

Program Highlights

Personal Support Workers (PSWs) assist with the tasks of daily living, and may work in long-term care facilities, home care settings, retirement homes, supportive housing, group homes, adult day programs, hospitals, and educational facilities. The range of services provided by a PSW is determined by the individual needs of each client* and may include assistance with routine activities of living including personal care, mobility, home management, meal preparation, family care, and assisting with social and recreational activities. As frontline workers, PSWs must develop a broad range of abilities beyond dexterity skills. They must provide for not only the comfort, safety, and well-being of their clients, but also demonstrate sensitivity and respect for those in their care. The attitude, abilities, and approach of PSWs are critical to the well-being and health of the people they support.

Financial Aid

Student loans are available, to qualified applicants, at both the provincial and Federal level in order to assist with the cost of tuition, school supplies, living expenses and transportation. Options for assistance that may be available to you include:

Please click here to see the detailed information on Financial aid.

Contact Us Today

Contact Academy of Learning College Brampton West Campus today for more information and find out if a career as a Home Inspector right for you. With financial assistance options for everyone, there’s no reason to put it off any longer! If you know anyone who suits this program, please refer him/her to us then you can benefit from our Referral Program as well.



Bhoomi ShahPersonal Support Worker
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Medical Receptionist

Medical Receptionist

27 Weeks Diploma Program

In such a short time I was able to earn a diploma, I was so thrilled! Flexible study hours has helped me to achieve both professional skills and knowledge required to work in any medical field. – Amelia A.

The Medical Receptionist program is to provide the student with opportunities to acquire and apply the knowledge of Medical Receptionist skills to meet the demands of today’s business. Medical Receptionists are the primary contact point between patients and medical personnel.

Why choose Medical Receptionist Program at AOL?

The length of the program is only 27 weeks and can choose flexible study hours and the opportunity to gain professional skills required in any medical organization in a very short time.

Career Highlights

Careers which correspond to the skills learned include:

  • Dental Receptionist
  • Medical Receptionist
  • Optometrists Receptionist
  • Physicians Receptionist

Bhoomi ShahMedical Receptionist
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Medical Office Assistant

Medical Office Assistant

Duration: 45 weeksHours: 1025

The Healthcare sector of the economy is booming and producing employment opportunities at an unprecedented rate. New opportunities are being created in all spheres of this fast emerging Sector.

Medical office Assistant encompasses all individuals who plan, direct, coordinate, and supervise the delivery of healthcare. MOA program is designed to provide employment-ready, comprehensively trained graduates. Successful graduates will be eligible to achieve the CMAP – Certified Medical Assisting Professional designation in addition to their diploma. These graduates are fully qualified to work in a hands-on administrative / clinical support capacity in any medical field.

Program is designed to give the student maximum edge, leading to better Employment opportunities and job satisfaction.

Academy of Learning Brampton prides itself on very high employability rate in this program.With small class sizes ranging from 8 to 10 students only, students get hands on training in their computer and instructor led training.

Added to that 4 weeks of Practicum Placement, adds the extra “real world Skills” to our students resume, making them better prepared to be job ready.

Emphasis is placed on medical terminology, Physiology and anatomy, Medical terms, medical transcription and medical office procedures. In addition, the program fosters the development of interpersonal skills, organizational effectiveness, and communication skills necessary to function in a medical environment.

Career Opportunities

  • Medical Office Assistant
  • Hospitals
  • Insurance Companies
  • Health Care Facility

Graduates of this Medical Office Assistant program can expect to find employment in a variety of settings including private medical clinics; Community Health Units; hospital departments such as Admissions, Out-Patient Clinics, Emergency, Radiology, or as a ward clerk or surgical booking clerk ;radiology clerk nursing homes, palliative care facilities, or senior citizens’ residences; medical transcription departments/facilities; private veterinary clinics; medical specialty offices; Dental offices midwifery clinics; medical supply companies; Chiropractic or Physiotherapy clinics; and insurance companies dealing with medical insurances.

Bhoomi ShahMedical Office Assistant
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Health Unit Coordinator Diploma

Health Unit Coordinator Diploma

Duration: 50 weeksHours: 1421

This program provides students with the medical knowledge, skills, and work experience to become employable in any higher level medical setting, working more on a supervisory position.

Skill development is delivered in three areas:

  • Comprehensive medical administrative knowledge, which includes medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, hospital and medical office administration, and clinical procedures. Specialty Health Unit Coordinator training prepares the student with additional training in running hospital and outpatient wards
  • Full-range of computer and office skills, including current software applications, keyboarding skills, general office management, accounting, personal and professional development, and customer service
  • On-site work experience through participation in a one month clinical externship at an approved healthcare training facility

Career Opportunities

  • Hospital
  • Nursing Units or Outpatient Departments
  • Hospital Admitting/ER Department including Switchboard, Cash Desk, Information Centre, Patient Registration, Morgue
  • Ambulatory/Outpatient Department
  • Diagnostic Lab/X-ray Departments
  • Medical Finance and Administrative Departments
  • Health Records Department
  • Long Term and Extended Care Departments
  • Physicians’ Offices, Clinics, Mental Healthcare and Allied Healthcare Centres
  • Walk-in Care Centres
  • Daycare and Ambulatory Clinics
  • Group Homes and Community Living Societies
  • Insurance Companies
  • Operating Room Booking/Bed Booking
  • Complementary and Alternative Medicine Clinics Such as Chiropractic and Acupuncture Centres
  • Physical and Occupational Therapy Clinics
  • Medical Supply Companies
  • Wellness and Fitness Centres

Bhoomi ShahHealth Unit Coordinator Diploma
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Dental Administrative Assistant

Dental Administrative Assistant

This program provides students with the base knowledge, skills, and work experience to become employable in any medical setting, with special skills suited to working in a dental practice.
Skill development is delivered in three areas:

  • Comprehensive medical administrative knowledge which includes medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, hospital and medical office administration, and clinical procedures. Specialty Dental Administrative Assistant training prepares the student with the additional training necessary to work in a dental setting
  • Full-range of computer and office skills, including current software applications, keyboarding skills, general office management, accounting, personal and professional development, and customer service
  • On-site work experience through participation in a one month clinical placement at an approved healthcare/dental facility

Admission Requirements

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and a strong commitment to confidentiality and integrity
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills
  • Successful completion of admissions interview and testing for adequate entry-level skills
  • Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent, and meet the minimum provincial age requirement
  • Two letters of reference regarding personal character
  • A recent, clear Criminal Records Check
  • Good command of the English language (written and oral)

Career Options

Graduates of this program are qualified to work in a wide variety of healthcare settings and occupations. Job titles vary, but graduates are an integral part of many healthcare settings such as:

  • Hospital Nursing Units or Outpatient Departments
  • Hospital Admitting/ER Department including Switchboard, Cash Desk, Information Center, Patient Registration, Morgue
  • Ambulatory/Outpatient Department
  • Diagnostic Lab/X-ray Departments
  • Medical Finance and Administrative Departments
  • Health Records Department
  • Long term and Extended Care Departments
  • Physicians’ Offices, Clinics, Mental Healthcare and Allied Healthcare Centres
  • Walk-in Care Centres
  • Daycare and Ambulatory Clinics
  • Group Homes and Community Living Societies
  • Insurance Companies
  • Operating Room Booking/Bed Booking
  • Complementary and Alternative Medicine Clinics Such as Chiropractic and Acupuncture Centres
  • Physical and Occupational Therapy Clinics
  • Medical Supply Companies
  • Dental Practices (private and corporate)

Bhoomi ShahDental Administrative Assistant
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