Health Programs » Personal Support Worker

												The Personal Support Worker Diploma training program was developed by the Provincial Government to reform and improve long-term healthcare for those requiring long term care facilities, chronic care and in-home private care. This program consolidates the Health Care Aide Training, Home Support Worker training (levels I, II and III), Attendant Care Training and Respite Worker Training into one single comprehensive training program.
												
												The Personal Support Worker provides personal care for the comfort and safety of its' clients and helps to create an environment of physical, emotional and social well-being. They also assist in maintaining patient independence. These techniques and skills are developed throughout this program both in theory and in a pactical environment.

Course Concentration

Individuality of the Patient (each patient has different needs)
Role of the Personal Support Worker
Development of Interpersonal Skills
Safety Standards
Assisting a Person with Mobility
Abuse Recognition and Required Action
Household Management and Meal Preparation
Optimal Support Requirements
Care Planning
Personal Hygiene Assistance
Assisting the Family/Coping Mechanisms
Cognitive Impairment and Mental Health Issues
Assisting the Client in Managing their Ongoing Condition
Medication Assistance/Administering and Educating
Assisting the Client Who is Dying
Practicalities of Daily Living, Use of Specific Support Devices
Diagnostic and Treatment Procedures
Job search & placement assistance
Arranged nursing home placement
Arranged placement in the community
National Certification

Course Duration: 26 weeks

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