PSW Certificate Program | Cappa College — Fort Erie, Ontario
Ontario Registered Career College · Fort Erie

Start a Stable Healthcare Career
in 35 Weeks - Mostly Online

Ontario is short thousands of PSWs right now. Get NACC-recognized, job-ready credentials from one of Ontario's registered private career colleges - study mostly online from anywhere in the province, with 3 required clinical days at our Fort Erie campus near the end of the program.

See if you qualify — find your funding path

No commitment · No cost · Just a quick conversation

35
Weeks to certify
$24+
Starting hourly
3
In-person clinical days
NACC
Recognized
OSAP
Eligible — government student aid available
NACC Recognized Credential
Ontario Registered Career College
Job Placement Support
Supervised Placement Coordinated
Who This Is For

This Program Was Built for People Like You

You don't need a healthcare background. You need the drive to do meaningful work — and a credential that gets you hired.

01

The Career Changer

You've been in retail, admin, or service work for years. You want a career that's meaningful, stable, and pays reliably. Healthcare doesn't lay people off.

Ages 30–45 · Underemployed
02

The Newcomer to Canada

Building a new career here. You want Canadian credentials that employers recognize. Healthcare is one of the most stable sectors in the country, and PSW demand is only growing. OSAP may not be available in your first year of residency — we'll help you find the right funding path to get certified in 35 weeks.

New to Canada · Credential-Seeking
03

The Caregiver

You've been caring for a parent, partner, or family member. You already know this work deeply. Now get certified — and get paid for it.

Informal Caregiver · Ready to Formalize
04

The Young Adult

You want to start your career in something that actually matters. Healthcare is recession-proof, always in demand, and offers real advancement.

Recent Grad · First Career
Everything You Get

The Complete PSW Program — Not Just a Certificate

Every resource you need to go from zero to employed in 35 weeks. No upsells. No surprises.

01
NACC-Recognized Credential
The national standard — recognized by employers across Ontario and Canada.
National Standard
02
Supervised Practical Placement
We coordinate your in-person placement hours. You don't have to find one yourself.
Done For You
03
Study Mostly Online — Around Your Life
Complete the coursework on your schedule — mornings, evenings, weekends, whenever life allows. No daily commute. No fixed class times for the online portion.
Fully Flexible
04
3 Clinical Days at Our Fort Erie Campus
Near the end of your program, you'll spend 3 full days on campus completing your clinical practice and final certification exam — assessed hands-on by NACC-certified instructors. These are the days that turn your coursework into a credential employers trust. Dates are set in advance so you can plan travel and accommodation.
Fort Erie
05
Job Placement Assistance
We connect graduates with hiring healthcare employers in Ontario after you finish.
Included
06
Resume & Interview Coaching
Get your resume employer-ready and learn how to present yourself confidently.
Included
07
Student Support Throughout
Ongoing access to instructors and student services — not just a login link and good luck.
Ongoing
08
OSAP Eligible + Flexible Financing
Government student aid may cover part or all of your tuition. Payment plans available — ask your advisor.
Funding Available
Everything above, in one 35-week program.
2-year college: $15,000+
$8,500
CAD · Ontario registered · NACC recognized
Program Format

About Your 3 Clinical Days in Fort Erie

Near the end of your 35-week program, you'll complete 3 full days of in-person clinical practice and your final certification exam at our Fort Erie campus. This is where your online coursework becomes a real credential — assessed hands-on by NACC-certified instructors, using the same standards employers expect on your first day of work.

  • Location: Our campus in Fort Erie, Ontario
  • When: Scheduled near the end of your 35-week program
  • What you'll do: Clinical skills practice + final NACC certification exam
  • Dates: Set by the college in advance, so you can plan travel and accommodation
  • Who this works for: Students within reasonable travel distance of Fort Erie, or willing to arrange short-term accommodation for the 3 days

If travel to Fort Erie for 3 days isn't feasible for your situation, talk to an advisor before enrolling — we'll help you figure out whether this program is the right fit.

35
Weeks total
The full program length — coursework, placement, and certification
32
Weeks fully online
Study from home, on your schedule, with no fixed class times
3
In-person clinical days
Hands-on assessment and final NACC certification exam at Fort Erie campus
Funding Options

Three ways students fund this program

Affiliate program

Cash or Self-Pay

Not OSAP-eligible, or prefer to avoid loan repayment? We offer an affiliate program with cash-pay pricing available. Ask your advisor about the affiliate option.

Payment plans

Flexible Financing

Monthly payment plans and third-party financing options available. Speak with an advisor to find a plan that fits your budget.

"At $8,500 with OSAP funding, your tuition is recovered in less than 3 months of full-time PSW work at Ontario's average starting wage of $24/hr."
The Investment

$8,500 Is Less Than 3 Months of PSW Salary

You're not spending money — you're buying a credential that pays you back for decades.

Cappa PSW
2-Year College
Program Length
35 Weeks
2 Years
Delivery
Mostly online + 3 clinical days
On-campus only
Credential
NACC-Recognized
NACC-Recognized
Funding
OSAP Eligible
Job Placement Support
Included
"At $8,500, you're paying less than 3 months of PSW salary to earn a credential that pays you for decades. The math is obvious."
The PSW Salary Math
Average PSW starting wage $24 / hr
Full-time annual income ~$48,000 / yr
Program total cost $8,500
Time to pay it back ~3 months
10-year career earnings (est.) $480,000+
Common Questions

You Probably Have One of These Concerns.

We've heard every hesitation. Here's the honest answer to each one.

"I'm not sure I can afford it."
Most of our students don't pay $8,500 out of pocket. OSAP-eligible students have tuition covered by government aid. Non-OSAP prospects can access our affiliate program with cash-pay pricing, or choose a payment plan spread over the program. On the standard OSAP path, a PSW earning $24/hr full-time recovers the $8,500 tuition in under 3 months of work. We'll help you figure out which funding path fits your situation on the qualification call.
"I don't have any healthcare experience."
You don't need any. Our program is built for people starting from zero. Most of our students had no healthcare background before enrolling — and they went on to work in long-term care, home care, and hospital settings.
"I'm working full-time. I don't have time."
This program was designed for people exactly like you. You'll study mostly online — mornings, evenings, weekends, whenever works for your life. The only in-person requirement is 3 clinical days at our Fort Erie campus near the end of the program, scheduled with plenty of advance notice so you can plan around work and family. For most students, that's a manageable commitment for a credential that opens a stable career. The 35-week timeline is real — we've helped working parents finish without burning out.
"Will I actually get a job after?"
Ontario is short tens of thousands of PSWs — and the shortage is growing. With an NACC certification and our job placement support, graduates go to work. This is one of the most in-demand credentials in the province.
Get Started

Find Out If You Qualify

Takes 2 minutes. No commitment, no pressure. We'll reach out within one business day to answer your questions and walk you through the next step.

NACC-recognized certificate upon completion
Ontario Registered Career College
Flexible online format — study on your schedule
OSAP eligible — financing options available
Job placement support after graduation
New intakes forming — limited spots available

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