1.0 Learning Objectives
Welcome to the PSW Clinical Professional Practice Resource Hub. This chapter will provide an overview of this Open Education Resource (OER). Welcome to our students continuing their journey to become a Personal Support Worker (PSW), and welcome to our Clinical Instructors, Clinical Advisors, and PSW Preceptors who will be guiding our students on this path.
Learning Objectives
This chapter will help PSW students, PSW Clinical Instructors, PSW Clinical Advisors, and PSW Preceptors 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 the PSW student, including the importance of compassion, communication, and client-centred care.
- Identify career opportunities and professional pathways available to PSW graduates, including clinical settings and voluntary registration options in Ontario.
