The Home Support Worker/Personal Care Attendant program prepares students to deliver appropriate short or long-term care assistance and support services in either a long-term care facility or in home care. The program will educate and train graduates with the necessary tools and skills to deliver appropriate, timely, and respectful client-focused care to the elderly, persons with disabilities or those recovering from illness or injuries and their families.

Career Opportunities
Career paths are wide and varied. Successful graduates can expect careers in long-term care facilities or private home care.

Certifications
- NACC Certificate
- First Aid/CPR
- WHMIS Awareness Certificate

Technical Skills
Individuality of the Person
Interpersonal Skills
Role of the Personal Care Attendant
Safety
Assisting a Person with Mobility
Assisting with Personal Hygiene
Assisting to Manage Ongoing Conditions
Field Placement
Household Management & Meal Preparation
Cognitive Impairment & Mental Health Issues
Optimal Support and Care Planning
Abuse
Assisting the Family
Assisting with Medications
Palliative Care

Computer Skills
Computer Fundamentals with Keyboarding

Workplace / Soft Skills
Strategies for Student Success
Professional Skills
Career Planning and Preparation
Field Placement