Thanks for answering, you brought up some good points! I think that the same thing can be said for the Pre Health Program though because similarly to the PSW program, it is 2 semesters. Its possible...
Well i think everyone can agree that preference IS given to nursing students that have experience. You basically are repeating what someone has already said and i stated my point. Please read before...
I would like to thank everyone for sharing their views on this subject, though some of us share opposing views on this topic, i think that we were at least able to touch base on some of the important...
You worked as a PSW while in nursing school which gave you experience. Hospitals give first preference to those with experience. This thread is not ridiculous, its reality; consider yourself
The point i am trying to make is this: 1. PSW program prepares students for the BSCN and RPN program because it gives them clinical experience working along side nurses (such as bedside care), you...
Though BSCN and RPN students are eligble to be employed for PSW jobs, preference will be given to those who already have PSW certificate. Secondly, Hopsitals and Long Term Care homes are usually...
Pre health is a waste of money and it limits you on the schools you can apply too. I took Pre Health at Seneca and was told i can only apply to Seneca college RPN and BSCN program. The Pre Health...
Actually the information that i stated IS factual. In order to practice as a PSW at a hospital or Long term Care facility you do need a certificate. Very few facilities are willing to hire without a...
You are not understanding what i am saying. PSW course gives student the understanding of the basic fundamentals of nursing such as bedside care so it will give students the upper-hand when it comes...
I am well aware that PSW are not nurses. However, i do acknowledge the fact that they play a vital role in the nursing profession by assisting Nurses. Students wishing to take part in the PSW program...
There are people who say the same thing with RPN, that we are not "real" nurses; which is ridiculous and ignorant for people to say but they say it all the time. The problem with the Nursing...
To complete high school level Biology, Chemistry, English and Math you will need to either go to nightschool or pre health program at the college. Nightschool is usually held at a highschool or Adult...
I guess i should have specified that this advice is mainly for Ontario residents because in Ontario night school IS free and the PSW program teaches students bedside care and the basic theory...
The PSW program prepares you for the RPN and BSCN program because it teaches you the basic fundamentals of nursing (such as bedside care) that will help you throughout your nursing career. Though the...