The new accelerated training program for personal support workers (PSWs) announced today by the provincial government will produce a huge increase in the PSW training at Ontario\u2019s colleges.<\/p>\n
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\u201cThis is a major step to help fill the demand for personal support workers in our community,\u201d Ron Common, Sault College President \u201cIt\u2019s an excellent opportunity for anyone interested in a new career in this field.\u201d<\/p>\n
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The Ontario government announced funding today for an accelerated program that will cover students\u2019 tuition and other expenses. The accelerated program starts April 5 and allows participants to graduate with full credentials within six months.<\/p>\n
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The program will begin accepting applications in early March. The added enrolment is expected to result in over 8,000 PSW graduates by this fall.<\/p>\n
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The accelerated program allows students to fulfil the program requirements more quickly by increasing the number of study hours per week.<\/p>\n
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It will use a hybrid model that combines online learning with in-person practical experience. Students in the program will complete courses online and participate in laboratory classes available at the colleges and in care settings.<\/p>\n
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Students in the accelerated program will be available to volunteer at long-term care homes and other settings early in the program and available for paid work placements after three months.<\/p>\n
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Graduates will enter the workforce at the end of six months. The standard PSW programs at colleges take eight months to complete.<\/p>\n
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\u201cOur graduates provide essential care to many of our most vulnerable citizens,\u201d Common said. \u201cWe were pleased to collaborate with the province to create this new opportunity for students.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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