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1.0 Learning Objectives

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Welcome to the PSW Clinical Professional Practice Resource Hub.  This chapter will provide an overview of what will be reviewed in this Open Education Resource.  Welcome to our students continuing their journey to become PSWs, and welcome to our instructors and mentors for guiding them.

 

 

 

Learning Objectives

This chapter will help PSW students, PSW clinical instructors, advisors, and PSW mentors to:

  • Describe the key components of the Personal Support Worker (PSW) program at Fanshawe College, including its structure, delivery formats, and clinical placement progression.
  • Explain the role, skills, and professional expectations of a PSW, including the importance of compassion, communication, and client-centred care in healthcare settings.
  • Identify the career opportunities and professional pathways available to PSW graduates, including clinical settings and voluntary registration options in Ontario.