Home Support Worker
About This Program
Home Support Worker Training Program is a free full-time, 6-week program that provides virtual learning and industry connections. The program focuses on social emotional skills development, technical skills, along with home support sector and basic entrepreneurial skills. Preliminary training includes free First Aid and CPR training.
This program runs twice a year.
Requirements
- Newcomers, primarily supporting women
- You live or work in the Greater Toronto Area, Ontario
- Canadian Language Benchmark 5 plus
What You Will Learn
Through this program you will:
- Earn certificates in First Aid and CPR
- Do a field placement in Home Support, Home Management, Hospitality, and Maintenance
- Develop social and emotional skill development
- Establish connections with VHA, our employer partner
- Receive referrals to other employers in the field
- Build Professional network by engaging with mentors
- Participate in Styling workshops and outfit yourself for your interviews
For more information, email or call 416-422-2591 ext 214 to find out how you can register
Competencies/skills developed in this program include:
- Job skills, including social and emotional
- Networking
- Community and Professional Connections
- Interpersonal communications
Program Details
Session Length
6 weeks
Session Hours
80 hour
“I left my country Kenya in November 2022, a long journey, which ended in January 2023 when I arrived in Canada. I later moved to Ontario and got referred to New Circles (Glow Program) by my caseworker. I found out about the HSW program from the flyers at the reception area and then enrolled.
Throughout this program, I gained valuable insights, developed new skills, and met incredible people who have inspired and supported me along the way. The dedication and expertise of the organizers, instructor, staff, and fellow participants have made this experience truly transformative. I appreciate the thought and effort that went into planning and executing this program, as it has enriched my personal and professional life in countless ways. The knowledge and experiences I have gained will undoubtedly have a lasting impact. I am now employed at Heimstead Lodge in Alberta as a Health Care Aide.
Thank you once again for making this program possible and I look forward to carrying the lessons and connections forward in my journey. With deepest gratitude!”
– Former program graduate
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