Perinatal Support Worker
Overview
The next intake for this program will be Fall 2020.
Interested in learning more about this program?
Join us for a short online information session on April 2 at 7:00pm EST or June 25 at 7:00pm EST. The session will outline what you can expect from this program and will allow you to ask any questions you may have. Instructions on how to join the session will be emailed to you before the event. Please register below.
RSVP for the April 2 or June 25 session here!
Open to Personal Support Worker graduates, the PNSW program covers the period from conception through the first year of a newborn's life. The program encompasses support for low and high risk women (social as well as medical) and includes working with the disability community. No other support program offers such a comprehensive curriculum.
Upon completion of the program, the PNSW will function much like a Personal Support Worker does, acting both independently and under supervision of a health care professional such as a nurse or midwife depending upon the circumstance of their employment.
As an independent, ancillary member of the health care team the PNSW will be able to act as an advocate for the women and families they support. Working in collaboration with other members of a woman's health care team the PNSW can create the most appropriate and personalized emotional, educational and physical support for mother, baby and family. The PNSW will also be able to deliver perinatal education to new and expecting parents.
The PNSW program offers a new and innovative career option for those whose passion is working with new and expecting families.
- Train to provide evidence based educational, emotional and physical support appropriate to the individual needs of the client/s
- Learn to provide supportive care for newborns and infants up to the age of 1 year
- Courses are completed online and in-class on weekends, allowing students to work while in the program
Admission & Registration
You must be a graduate of a Personal Support Worker Program from a recognized College / Post-Secondary institution.
Program of Studies
The program of studies displayed below applies to students starting the program in the 2019/20 academic year. Students who began in other academic years may require different courses to be eligible to graduate. If you have questions regarding a strategy for completion contact Continuing Education - Health and Nursing.
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Mandatory Courses |
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| Course Number | Course Name | Course Description |
| HSCI10240 | Perinatal Support Worker |
As an independent, ancillary, member of the health care team the PNSW will act as an advocate for the women and families they support. Working in collaboration with other members of a woman's health care team the PNSW can create the most appropriate and personalized emotional, educational and physical support for mother, baby and family. Blended delivery: 128 hours in class, 384 hours of independent study, 500 hours apprenticeship/volunteer work. |
Course Schedule
Fall 2019 & Winter 2020 In-Class Dates
The program schedule below is for the Fall 2019 and Winter 2020 terms.
Further details will be available in the Continuing Education Course Catalogue prior to the start of each term.
| Course Date | Course Time | Course Location |
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| September 21 & 22, 2019 | 9:00am - 5:00pm | IAHS |
| October 26 & 27, 2019 | 9:00am - 5:00pm | IAHS |
| November 23 & 24, 2019 | 9:00am - 5:00pm |
IAHS |
| December 14 & 15, 2019 | 9:00am - 5:00pm | IAHS |
| January 25 & 26, 2020 | 9:00am - 5:00pm | IAHS |
| February 22 & 23, 2020 | 9:00am - 5:00pm | IAHS |
| March 28 & 29, 2020 | 9:00am - 5:00pm | IAHS |
| April 25 & 26, 2020 | 9:00am - 5:00pm | IAHS |
Fall 2020 & Winter 2021 In-Class Dates
The program schedule below is for the Fall 2020 and Winter 2021 terms.
| Course Date | Course Time | Course Location |
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| September 26 & 27, 2020 | 9:00am - 5:00pm | IAHS |
| October 24 & 25, 2020 | 9:00am - 5:00pm | IAHS |
| November 21 & 22, 2020 | 9:00am - 5:00pm |
IAHS |
| December 12 & 13, 2020 | 9:00am - 5:00pm | IAHS |
| January 23 & 24, 2021 | 9:00am - 5:00pm | IAHS |
| February 27 & 28, 2021 | 9:00am - 5:00pm | IAHS |
| March 27 & 28, 2021 | 9:00am - 5:00pm | IAHS |
| April 24 & 25, 2021 | 9:00am - 5:00pm | IAHS |
Getting Started
Login to MyMohawk
MyMohawk is the college portal used to access your student account information, email, grades and more. Your username and password can be found on the Continuing Education Acknowledgement of Registration & Student Account form that was sent to you after you registered for your course. Visit the Getting Started - MyMohawk Guide for step-by-step instructions.
Access Mohawk Email
On the MyMohawk Home screen you will see a link to Mohawk email. Visit the Getting Started – Mohawk Email Guide to learn how to set up your account on your devices.
Access MyCanvas
On the MyMohawk Home screen you will see a link to MyCanvas, Mohawk College’s Learning Management System. Visit the Getting Started - MyCanvas Guide for step-by-step instructions. Please note your course will not appear in MyCanvas until the scheduled start date.
Find your Classroom
Room assignments for Continuing Education are available on the WhereEnCampus Portal. Visit Room Listings for more information.
Find your Textbook
Use the Mohawk College Textbook Search to find your course materials.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Opportunities
Career Opportunities
Perinatal Support Workers may be able to find employment in the following areas:
- Birthing clinics
- Hospitals
- In Home
- Doctors Clinic
- Breastfeeding Clinics
- Parenting Education Facilities
- Private Businesses & Agencies