Use this forum to discuss education opportunities and experiences, as well as career goals and objectives to add to your PSW career.http://www.psno.ca/forum/list.php?6Fri, 10 Sep 2010 03:02:22 -0400 Phorum 5.2.10 http://www.psno.ca/forum/read.php?6,64,64#msg-64 http://www.psno.ca/forum/read.php?6,64,64#msg-64
We recently received a request from someone interested in becoming a PSW. Please read his message below and post any replies to help him out. I told him about our forum and the weath of knowledge our members have. He will be checking the forum to see what you have to say.

From: Leonard
Question:
I am considering entering the psw field. I have the utmost of respect for the work that you perform and I think it would be a great privilege to support a client in this role. I would appreciate your response(s) to the following questions/concerns:

1. I am in my mid 40s and currently not in the greatest shape. One concern I have are the multiple physical requirements of the job. How concerned should I be about this? Also, my motor skills I would describe as below average. I appreciate that this work requires a high degree of accuracy. How important is it would you say to work quickly and what would you say to someone like me looking to get in to the field who values accuracy over working quickly?

2. I appreciate that some medical knowledge is required for this work. How concerned would you be with someone like me who has very minimal medical knowledge?

3. Do the majority of psws work in one particular type of practice setting (eg: long term care)or is it varied?

4. What are some the greatest joys you find in your work?

5. What are some of the greatest challenges you currently face ?

I am most grateful for your feedback and welcome any other comments that you may have. Leonard]]> Sarah Blakely Education & Career GoalsMon, 23 Nov 2009 14:14:31 -0500 http://www.psno.ca/forum/read.php?6,47,47#msg-47 http://www.psno.ca/forum/read.php?6,47,47#msg-47 mimi4fun Education & Career GoalsThu, 05 Aug 2010 10:46:51 -0400 http://www.psno.ca/forum/read.php?6,36,36#msg-36 http://www.psno.ca/forum/read.php?6,36,36#msg-36
I just wanted to remind you about our PSW Professional Development Scholarship.

We are currently accepting applications! Deadline to submit is July 1, 2009.

For more information, click here: [www.psno.ca]

Or to view the application form click here: [www.psno.ca]

This is a great opportunity for PSWs currently working in home and community care to go back to school. The PSW selected will receive $2,000 towards his or her education.

If you have any questions regarding the process or about applying, please reply to this post, or contact me directly.

Cheers,
Sarah]]> Sarah Blakely Education & Career GoalsThu, 18 Jun 2009 14:36:17 -0400 http://www.psno.ca/forum/read.php?6,29,29#msg-29 http://www.psno.ca/forum/read.php?6,29,29#msg-29 loripayne Education & Career GoalsThu, 05 Aug 2010 10:44:00 -0400 http://www.psno.ca/forum/read.php?6,28,28#msg-28 http://www.psno.ca/forum/read.php?6,28,28#msg-28What would help faciliate your growth into these career pathways?]]> loripayne Education & Career GoalsThu, 09 Jul 2009 14:44:36 -0400 http://www.psno.ca/forum/read.php?6,22,22#msg-22 http://www.psno.ca/forum/read.php?6,22,22#msg-22
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13. Have fun & use this forum as an opportunity for personal and professional development! :)]]> Sarah Blakely Education & Career GoalsTue, 14 Apr 2009 11:47:26 -0400