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One program, the Community Support & Addiction Worker (CSAW) certificate, with six certificates built in.
Community Support & Addiction Worker (CSAW)
A 51-week, 1,224-hour certificate program preparing you to support people affected by addiction, mental health challenges, and disability.
- 51weeks
- 1,224program hours
- 490hours of supervised practicum
- Monthlyintakes
Certificates included
- Community Support Worker
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
- Safe Medication Administration
- CPR / First Aid
- WHMIS
- Dementia Care
Certificates Included
Every CSAW student works toward these six certificates as part of the program. Here is what each one covers.
Community Support Worker
The foundations of front-line support work: person-centred care, clear communication, professional ethics, and helping people with daily living so they can stay as independent as possible.
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
How to recognize when a situation is escalating and calm it safely, using de-escalation techniques that protect the person you support, your co-workers, and yourself.
Safe Medication Administration
The safe, accurate way to help clients with their medications: the checks to make every time, how to document what was given, and what to do if something goes wrong.
CPR / First Aid
How to respond in an emergency: CPR and AED use, choking, bleeding, burns, and sudden illness, so you can act while you wait for help to arrive.
WHMIS
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System training: reading hazard symbols, labels, and safety data sheets, and handling products safely on the job.
Dementia Care
How to support a person living with dementia: understanding what they are going through, and responding to their behaviour with patience and respect.
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Community Support & Addiction Worker (CSAW)
A 51-week, 1,224-hour certificate program preparing you to support people affected by addiction, mental health challenges, and disability. Includes a 490-hour supervised practicum, plus WHMIS, CPR/First Aid, FOIP, SMA, and NVCI certifications.
Community Support Worker (CSW)
Hands-on training to support individuals and families in community care settings, including disability services and group homes.
First Aid
Learn to recognize emergencies and give first aid for injuries, bleeding, burns, choking, and sudden illness until help arrives.
CPR / BLS
Hands-on training in CPR, AED use, and Basic Life Support for adults, children, and infants.
WHMIS
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System training: read hazard symbols, labels, and safety data sheets, and handle products safely.
Not Sure Where to Start?
Tell our admissions team where you are now, and they'll help you pick the right program and explain funding options.
Ready to Take the First Step?
Tell us which program you're interested in and an admissions advisor will get back to you with requirements, start dates, and what to expect.
Visit us at 10507 Saskatchewan Dr NW, Edmonton, AB — or call toll free at 877-784-2905.
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