Personal Support Worker (PSW) Program
Personal Support Workers, also known as personal care attendants or home support workers, are healthcare professionals who provide essential daily care and support for individuals such as the elderly, disabled or those recovering from illness or injuries.
PSWs play a very important role in the health care sector and can find employment in various settings, including homes, hospitals, and long-term care facilities, to promote the well-being and independence of their clients.
There is a growing demand for PSWs in Canada as a whole, and in Ontario, in particular due to the increasing number of aging population seeking top quality personal care, both home-based as well as institutional.
At Cestar College, we provide you with all the necessary tools and trainings required to become a compassionate and caring Personal Support Worker in Ontario within a short period of 25 Weeks
Key Advantages:
○ National Association of Career Colleges (NACC) accredited course
○ One of Ontario’s most comprehensive PSW curricula that combines 400 hours of In-School theory and practice with 300 hours of Clinical Placement (Facility & Community)
○ Expert instructors who are aware of the current PSW needs and guide you in your journey
○ Career Ready upon graduation
Dental Assistant Program
(Intra-Oral Level 1 and 2)
Brighten Days and Smiles as a Dental Assistant
Dental assistants are essential to any dental practice, providing outstanding patient care and ensuring efficient operations. Our Dental Assistant Intra-Oral Level 1 and 2 program fulfills all educational requirements for dental assistant certification in Ontario. At Cestar College’s North York campus, our NDAEB-approved Diploma in Dental Assisting blends:
○ 590 hours of classroom theory
○ 535 hours of hands-on training (including two 60-hour internships)
○ 120-hour practicum in GTA clinics.
○ HARP-approved dental radiography training
○ NDAEB exam eligibility – Boost your credentials for jobs nationwide
NACC-Accredited program
300 Placement Hours for practical experience
Why Choose Cestar College?
As a leading PSW College in Toronto, we offer unparalleled advantages:
- Nationally Recognized Certification: Our program is certified by the National Association of Career Colleges (NACC). This means your education meets high standards, and you’ll be ready for the NACC PSW test to earn your Personal Support Worker Certificate.
- Comprehensive PSW Training: We offer a thorough Personal Support Worker program with 700 hours of training, including a 300-hour placement. This hands-on experience prepares you for a successful career as a PSW worker.
- Convenient Toronto Location: If you’re looking for a PSW training in Toronto, Cestar College provides a top-tier Personal Support Worker course in Toronto.
- Career-Ready Skills: Our curriculum includes essential training in CPR/First Aid and Crisis Prevention, ensuring you’re ready to enter the workforce upon graduation.
Upcoming Intake
- Next Start Date: September 29, 2025
- Class Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Duration: 700 hours over 25 weeks (6 months)
- Program Format: A balanced mix of online learning and in-person classes at 265 Yorkland Blvd, featuring 400 hours of instruction and 300 hours of hands-on community/clinical placement.
- Program Cost: $5,405
- Flexible Payment Plans: We offer convenient options for the remaining balance, including semester and monthly plans with 0% interest, making it easier for you to invest in your future.
Credential
Diploma
Duration
700 Hours | 25 Weeks
Location
Hybrid (Online + In-person)
The Personal Support Worker Curriculum
While studying at Cestar College, PSW students will take classes such as:
➡️Safety and Mobility
➡️Body Systems
➡️Assisting with Personal Hygiene
➡️Abuse & Neglect
➡️Household Management, Nutrition & Hydration
➡️Care Planning/Restorative Care/Electronic Documentation/Working in the Community
➡️Assisting the Family/Growth and Development
➡️Assisting the Dying Person
➡️Assisting with Medications
➡️Cognitive and Mental Health
➡️Health Conditions
➡️Gentle Persuasive Approach
and more…
Our PSW Facilities
Our campus offers modern lab and equipment for students to get quality hands-on education in the heart of Toronto.
See If Our Program Is Right for You
Ensure PSW is right for you and that you have everything you need to enroll in our program.
Personal Support Worker Program Requirements
To enroll in the Personal Support Worker Program, you need:
✅Ontario Secondary School Degree (OSSD) or equivalent
✅Complete a Medical Certificate Immunization Form
✅Complete a Canada-Wide Policies Clearance of Criminal Record, including Vulnerable Sector
✅ Be at least 18 years of age
✅ Pass an approved qualifying test
English Language Requirements:
If English is not your first language, you must provide proof of English proficiency. We require any one of the following:
- IELTS (International English Language Testing System)
- TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
- CAEL (Canadian Academic English Language Assessment)
- Duolingo English test
- NACC Written Entrance Exam
What Our Graduates Say About Cestar College
The teachers and staffs are go above and beyond. Great location and clean environment for study with flexible time. I would highly recommend this college!
Bernice, Bing Yi Ruan
Cestar College Graduate
Great school, good course instructors. I enjoy school time in Cesar with most beautiful experience ever.
Brent Shaw
Cestar College Graduate
The staff is very well prepared and professional starting from the director of the school Adrian Sharma and his assistant Caitlin Robertson who assist and help students whenever needed. Being a student from a prestigious university with one of the best lecturers in the UK, I can say that Cestar College has professional and very well-prepared teachers.
Christina Tasiou
Cestar College Graduate
Studying at Cestar College has truly been insightful. The staff are professional and always ready to help. The instructors are experienced, reasonable and easy going. Great college overall.
Aytak T
Cestar College Graduate
Knowledgeable teachering staff who are clearly dedicated to passing on their wealth of information to the students.
Todd F
Cestar College Graduate
I graduated from the college last year. I had grear experience. Very nice, helpful staff and knowledgeable instructors.
Jenny Vcheraishanski
Cestar College Graduate
