An aging population, shorter hospital stays, and a shortage of trained PSWs makes this an in-demand healthcare job. Cambrian’s tailored personal support worker courses will prepare students to work as a PSW in just 28 weeks (in just two semesters). In the first semester students will learn the skills that PSWs use to care for others, in labs and in the classroom. The second semester is a preceptorship. Students will work in a healthcare setting with an experienced PSW and a faculty member, who will help students to become a confident, caring, and job ready PSW.

Upon completion of the program, students will be prepared to assist clients with activities of daily living and contribute to the quality of life of individuals who live in a facility or community setting by promoting their independence, dignity, social, emotional and physical well-being.