Courses
Semester 1
- Application and Interventions for PSW I NRSG0175
Units/ Hours: 75
This foundational course introduces the Personal Support Worker student to basic anatomy and physiology, and skills fundamental to the provision of personal care to individuals requiring assistance in an institutional setting. Attitudes, knowledge and skills required to function ethically, safely and competently will be addressed in the classroom and lab. This course will discuss each body system, the common diseases associated with each system and their related interventions. Theoretical concepts and principles discussed in this lecture course will be applied in the associated lab and clinical courses.
- Clinical Preparation and Success Strategies for PSW NRSG0177
Units/ Hours: 21
This course consists of a series of workshops that will prepare the student for his/her clinical placements and future employment opportunities. This course is also intended to support student learning and retention, by preparing students for the academic demands of the Personal Support Worker Program.
- Concepts in Health Care HLTH0065
Units/ Hours: 15
This foundational course will provide an overview of issues that impact the healthcare system in Canada. Students will examine the interdisciplinary role of healthcare professionals, the role of the World Health Organization and the social determinants of health that impact healthcare, as well as discuss accountability amongst Canadian healthcare professions. Based on this examination, students will dialogue about current issues and trends that impact the Canadian healthcare system.
- Healthcare Concepts for Personal Support Worker HLTH0244
Units/ Hours: 30
This introductory course provides an overview of the Personal Support Worker's role within the health care system. The role of the Personal Support Worker will be examined. Issues impacting the role such as accountability, interdisciplinary teamwork, legal and ethical rights and responsibilities, confidentiality, time management and the principles of documentation will be examined.
- Interpersonal Skills SOCI0069
Units/ Hours: 45
In this foundational course, the learner will demonstrate effective interpersonal interactions with individuals and groups. Through the application of interpersonal skills, the student will dramatize successful therapeutic relationships with others while participating in a variety of scenarios. Enhanced understanding of oneself and of the therapeutic relationship is the cornerstone of this course.
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention NRSG0151
Units/ Hours: 7
The Nonviolent Crisis Intervention? program, developed by the Crisis Prevention Institute, focuses on preventing disruptive behaviour by communicating with individuals respectfully and with concern for their well-being. This course teaches participants to respond effectively to the warning signs that someone is beginning to lose control, and also addresses how staff can deal with their own stress, anxieties and emotions when confronted with these challenging situations. Upon successful completion of this course, students will receive a certificate from the Crisis Prevention Institute.
- PSW Clinical I: Long Term Care NRSG0176
Units/ Hours: 84
In this clinical placement, the student will demonstrate classroom theory and principles in the long term care setting. Students will also develop competence in therapeutic communication, professional behaviour and accountability, personal care interventions, observation, reporting and recording, promotion and maintenance of a safe environment, and participation as a multidisciplinary care team member.
Semester 2
- Applications and Interventions for PSW II NRSG0179
Units/ Hours: 35
This foundational course builds upon the Applications & Interventions for PSW I. This course will continue to discuss body systems, the common diseases associated with each system and their related interventions. Attitudes and knowledge required to function ethically, safely and competently will continue to be addressed in the classroom and lab, and will be applied in clinical courses.
- Client Care in the Community NRSG0180
Units/ Hours: 35
This course builds on Applications and Interventions for PSW I and II. Students will examine principles fundamental to the provision of personal care to individuals living in the community. Adaptations required to deliver care in the home setting and to provide home management services will be explored. A variety of care issues will be examined and discussed weekly to prepare the student to care for clients in the community.
- Human Growth and Development SOCI0025
Units/ Hours: 45
This course is designed to give the student a basic understanding of the normal patterns of growth and development at various stages within the life cycle from infancy through to old age. The major theories of development will be examined to enhance understanding of this field of study.
- Introductory Computing COMP0345
Units/ Hours: 45
Working in the Windows environment, this computer course introduces you to computer basics (computer terminology, e-mail, file management) and the application and use of word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software using Microsoft Office. Through the extensive use of hands-on activities, you will gain sufficient knowledge and experience to make productive use of computers as a tool in both college and workplace environments.
- PSW Clinical II: Long Term Care NRSG0146
Units/ Hours: 84
In this clinical placement, the student will continue to demonstrate classroom theory and principles in the long term care setting. Students will also develop competence in therapeutic communication, professional behaviour and accountability, personal care interventions, observation, reporting and recording, promotion and maintenance of a safe environment, and participation as a multidisciplinary care team member.
- PSW Clinical III: Community Clinical Consolidation NRSG0178
Units/ Hours: 112
In this Community Clinical Consolidation, the student will apply their knowledge of theory, principles and skills learned in the classroom and lab in the community. While shadowing a Community Mentor, students will independently practice their therapeutic communication skills, professional behaviour and accountability, personal care interventions, observation, reporting and recording, promotion and maintenance of a safe environment, and participation as a multidisciplinary care team member with minimal faculty supervision.