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Become a Personal Support Worker through our in-person, on-campus program designed for real, hands-on learning. With a growing demand for PSWs, you'll gain the practical skills, confidence, and experience needed to step directly into meaningful employment as soon as you graduate. 


Earn 7 valuable and in-demand industry certifications that will help you stand out from the crowd and get noticed by employers.

This on-campus program was developed with in consultation with two ministries (MOHLTC & MAESD) as well as the National Association of Career Colleges. The clinical and community practicums at 2-3 employer sites will provide you with the opportunity to gain relevant experience and enhance your skill set.
Train on campus for an in-demand career as a Personal Support Worker in Ontario.

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A recent graduate or experienced professional looking for a rewarding career.
Looking for a smooth transition into the healthcare industry.
Caring, compassionate, and work well in a team.
Interested in working with the public.
A recent graduate or experienced professional looking for a rewarding career.
Looking for a smooth transition into the healthcare industry.
Caring, compassionate, and work well in a team.
Interested in working with the public.
  • A recent graduate or experienced professional looking for a rewarding career.
  • Looking for a smooth transition into the healthcare industry.
  • Caring, compassionate, and work well in a team.
  • Interested in working with the public.

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If you have immediate questions please call 613.233.1128 today to chat with an Admissions Advisor.

Our PSW Program graduates go on to start rewarding Healthcare positions as Personal Support Workers, Healthcare Aides, Long Term Care Aids, Patient Service Associates, and more.

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30-Weeks

Includes Clinical and Community Practicums at 2-3 Employer Sites

Learn and train with your instructors and peers at our Ottawa campus conveniently located at the St. Laurent Shopping Centre

Social Interaction
In-person learning allows direct interaction with teachers and peers, fostering collaboration, teamwork, and communication skills.

Immediate Feedback

In a physical classroom, instructors can provide instant feedback, promoting real-time assessment and tailoring instruction to individual needs.

Hands-on Experience

In-person learning facilitates practical engagement with materials and activities, enhancing understanding, critical thinking, problem-solving, and applying the theory taught.

Personalized Support

Observing students in person helps teachers identify individual challenges and provide tailored instruction, additional explanations, and resources to optimize learning.

Networking and Community Building

Physical classrooms create opportunities for students to meet diverse peers, fostering social skills, empathy, cultural understanding, and the development of supportive networks.
With close to 160 years of excellence in preparing students for careers, Willis College in Ottawa offers the following benefits when you study in person.

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At Willis College, we go above and beyond to ensure the success of our students.

Training Canada's Workforce Since 1866.

With nearly 160 years of educational excellence, Willis College is Canada's oldest career college, shaping generations of workforce-ready graduates through trusted, career-focused training.

Willis College offers flexible and accessible programs in business, healthcare, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and more - combining real-world relevance with trusted instruction in both online and hybrid formats.

Frequent start dates and consistent class times so you can better balance your time between school, work and life.

Guaranteed clinical and community placements at 2-3 employer sites to give real-world experience at a variety of work settings.

Learn from experienced Registered Nurses in Ontario.

In addition to your diploma, students also earn additional certifications that employers demand.

Lifetime career support to guide your transition from classroom to the workplace including resume & cover letter services, interview preparation, job search strategy and more.

Are you ready to receive the training you need to begin a rewarding career in healthcare?

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Train on campus for an in-demand career as a Personal Support Worker in Ontario.
Hands-On Learning with 
In-Person Support.
Send Me Free Information

Why Choose 
In-Person Learning at Willis College

With close to 160 years of excellence in preparing students for careers, Willis College in Ottawa offers the following benefits when you study in person.
Social Interaction
In-person learning allows direct interaction with teachers and peers, fostering collaboration, teamwork, and communication skills.

Immediate Feedback

In a physical classroom, instructors can provide instant feedback, promoting real-time assessment and tailoring instruction to individual needs.

Hands-on Experience

In-person learning facilitates practical engagement with materials and activities, enhancing understanding, critical thinking, problem-solving, and applying the theory taught.

Personalized Support

Observing students in person helps teachers identify individual challenges and provide tailored instruction, additional explanations, and resources to optimize learning.

Networking and Community Building

Physical classrooms create opportunities for students to meet diverse peers, fostering social skills, empathy, cultural understanding, and the development of supportive networks.
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