Become a Personal Support Worker (PSW)

Niagara Ina Grafton Gage Village has teamed up with triOS College to offer the Personal Support Worker Program (PSW) on-site. Students will have the chance to study in a real long-term care and assisted living setting. This innovative living classroom model promotes a dynamic learning experience, seamlessly blending education from one of Canada’s largest career colleges with our commitment to high-quality, compassionate care from the very start.

About the Program

Complete the program in 31 weeks, including 12 weeks of hands-on internship. This NACC Personal Support Worker 2022 certificate program provides you an entryway into the growing Canadian healthcare industry, which is experiencing unprecedented government investment including up to $5,400 stipend at the end of your placement.

Admissions Information

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Michael Bianchi
Human Resources Support Assistant
mbianchi@niagarainagrafton.ca
T 905-935-6822 ext. 254

Program Contact

Danielle Grobelny
Campus Director & Remote Education Manager
danielle.grobelny@trios.com
T 905-528-8972 ext. 4410

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ADVANTAGES OF THE LIVING CLASSROOM

REAL-LIFE EXPERIENCE

Students engage in practical, hands-on learning from day one, participating in all aspects of the program, including theory, labs, and placement within the LTC setting.

SEAMLESS TRANSITION TO PRACTICE

The immersive environment ensures a smooth transition from classroom learning to practical application.

MEANINGFUL RELATIONSHIPS

Direct interaction with residents cultivates meaningful relationships and a profound understanding of their unique needs

NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES

Students have the chance to network with healthcare professionals and potential employers within the facility.

COMMUNITY-BASED LEARNING

The program provides access to a post-secondary educator program closer to where students live, making education more accessible

COMPREHENSIVE SKILL DEVELOPMENT

Students gain the aptitude and capability to care for and provide services to older adults and their families.

What our students are saying

“I was lucky enough to be part of the new St. Catharines campus that opened for Personal Support Worker (PSW) students within Niagara Ina Grafton Gage Village, and I love the intimacy you feel from the small class size, and especially from the fact that the place we are taking classes is where we will have placement. The transition from the classroom to the workplace is sure to be smooth, as I know that I have a team of people invested in my success. Despite stumbling, I have been elevated in my place in the classroom. I am firmly planted in my place in the world and fully invested in not only my success but also the also the success of my classmates.” RJ S.

“From the very beginning of my journey, triOS has been supportive and on hand for any questions or concerns. I am very honoured to be one of the first few to participate in this brand new experience of an all in-class setting for the PSW course. The course was well constructed, and I learned a lot! Not only how to be an effective support worker, but a lot about myself as well. This course has helped me grow as a person. It was a fast-paced environment, and you had to abide by the schools’ stipulations and rules, but very worthwhile! triOS certainly sets you up for success. I enjoyed meeting the faculty and students and made a few friends along the way. Overall, thrilled by my experience in this program.” Samantha W.

The Living Classroom program is funded by the Government of Ontario and led by the Schlegel-UW Research Institute for Aging (RIA) through the Ontario Centres for Learning, Research and Innovation in Long-Term Care (Ontario CLRI), in partnership with the Ontario Association of Adult and Continuing Education School Board Administrators (CESBA).

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