Integrated Support Worker Program (ISW)

The Integrated Support Worker Program, offered in partnership with the University of Manitoba Continuing Education (UMCE) and Winnipeg Technical College (WTC) prepares those seeking a rewarding and challenging career in the health care field transition from providing institutional support to providing support to those living in communities. The program, offered in a flexible format to support employees currently in the field, teaches basic knowledge and skills related to the body and mind, and how to assist when function is impaired, and provides an optional work practicum placement.

This program is designed for those who:

Are transitioning from providing care in institutions to providing support in the community

Currently have a recognized Health Care Aide Certificate and who need to increase their knowledge and skills related to mental and cognitive functioning

Currently have some training but no credentials related to mental and cognitive functioning and need the breadth and depth of knowledge related to these areas

Program Information

Classes starting August 2013

Cost: $495.00 CAD per course

WTC Courses

  • Introduction to Health Care
  • Structure and Function of Human Body I
  • Structure and Function of Human Body II
  • Basic Patient and Resident Care
  • Acute and Home Health Care Settings

NOTE: Students are required to purchase a textbook, good for all 5 WTC courses. Cost: $195.00

UMCE Courses

  • Counseling Skills Level I  
  • Working with Families
  • Health Promotion Across the Lifespan
  • Cognition and Cognitive Impairment
  • Mental Health and Illness

WTC Practicum

Applied Health Care Work Practicum

For more information:

Alisa Claman
Program Administrator
Continuing Education
Extended Education
166 EE Complex
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada  R3T 2N2
Phone: 204-474-8019
Toll free: 1-888-216-7011 ext. 8019
Fax: 204-474-7660
Email: Alisa.Claman@ad.umanitoba.ca

or

Amanda Chan
Program Assistant
Continuing Education
Extended Education
166 EE Complex
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada  R3T 2N2
Phone: 204.474.6037
Fax: 204.474.7660
Email: Amanda.Chan@ad.umanitoba.ca