St. Clair College accepting PSW applications

REGIONAL — St. Clair College is accepting applications to Ontario’s new accelerated training program for Personal Support Workers starting at their Windsor and Chatham campuses. The program is part of the Ontario government’s $115 million investment to train up to 8200 new PSWs in the province.

“Having an accelerated PSW program at St. Clair College in Chatham-Kent is perfect, considering the high demand for PSWs locally”, said Rick Nicholls, MPP for Chatham-Kent-Leamington. “COVID-19 has had an impact on PSWs and our healthcare system. Their roll is vital throughout communities, especially when dealing with vulnerable citizens. This new program will help with the increased need for these essential workers.”

The province is also offering tuition assistance to in-process PSW students who started the program at one of Ontario’s publicly assisted colleges in January 2021. These students will be eligible to receive a $2,000 tuition grant to help them complete their studies, as well as a stipend to complete the clinical placement part of their training.

The new accelerated program includes:

• No tuition fee and funding for expenses such as textbooks and other supplies plus paid work placement.

• A condensed schedule that allows you to graduate with a full PSW credential in six months.

• Opportunities early in the program to get hands-on experience.

• A paid work placement in the three months of the program.

You can start your program on April 5 or June 14.

Registration for the program is available through the Ontario College Application Service.