Perinatal Support Worker
Overview
The next intake for this program will be Fall 2021.
The PNSW program is an accredited, advanced program for PSWs which covers the period from fertility and on through post partum and into the first year of a newborn's life. The PNSWs unique education and training makes them able to support persons who are experiencing a wide range of circumstances such as: disability, medically high risk, socially high risk, perinatal bereavement, mental health issues and more. No other program offers such a comprehensive approach to providing support.
Upon completion of the program, the PNSW will function as a PSW, acting both independently and under supervision of a licenced health care professional such as a doctor, 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 facilitate self advocacy for the persons and families whom they support. Working in collaboration with other members of the health care team, the PNSW can create evidence based, timely and personalized emotional, educational and physical support for the client and their family. The PNSW will also be able to deliver various pre-natal and post-natal education classes to new and expecting parents.
The PNSW program educational model is approximately 1000 hours which is comprised of 500 academic/theory education (completed at Mohawk College) and 500 of practical experience (completed after Mohawk College Studies), as well as a proctored exam. A mark of 80% or more is required for graduation and awarding of the PNSW diploma.
It is expected that the employment opportunities for the PNSW would be similar to those available to PSW's. Offering the opportunity for both self and gainful employment, depending upon the needs/desires of the individual PNSW.
The PNSW program will offer a new and innovative career for professionals 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 the evenings, 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 current 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.
Visit the Textbooks page for information on ordering your course materials.
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Mandatory Courses |
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| HSCI10240 | Perinatal Support Worker |
As an independent, ancillary member of the health care team the PNSW will be able to facilitate self advocacy for the persons and families whom they support. Working in collaboration with other members of the health care team, the PNSW can create evidence based, timely and personalized emotional, educational and physical support for the client and their family. The PNSW will also be able to deliver various pre-natal and post-natal education classes to new and expecting parents. It is expected that the employment opportunities for the PNSW would be similar to those available to PSW's. Offering the opportunity for both self and gainful employment, depending upon the needs/desires of the individual PNSW. The PNSW program will offer a new and innovative career for professionals whose passion is working with new and expecting families. |
Course Schedule
Fall 2021 & Winter 2022 Dates
The program schedule for the Fall 2021 and Winter 2022 terms is listed below.
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Course Dates Tuesdays & Thursdays Sept. 21- Feb. 17 (excluding holidays) |
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September 21, 23, 28, & 30, 2021 |
6:30 - 9:30 p.m. |
Online |
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October 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, & 28, 2021 |
6:30 - 9:30 p.m. |
Online |
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November 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, & 30, 2021 |
6:30 - 9:30 p.m. |
Online |
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December 2, 7, 9, 14, & 16, 2021 |
6:30 - 9:30 p.m. |
Online |
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January 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, & 27, 2022 |
6:30 - 9:30 p.m. |
Online |
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February 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, & 17, 2022 |
6:30 - 9:30 p.m. |
Online |
The course includes 170 hours of combined learning
- 102 live hours (via online platform)
- 26 taped hours
- 50 independent course hours
- Plus independent learning (projects, readings etc.).
Getting Started
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Login to MyMohawk
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Access Mohawk Email
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Access MyCanvas
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Find your Classroom
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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