Northern College - Kirkland Lake

College Certificate - Personal Support Worker

Kirkland Lake, Canada, North America

Program duration

8 months

Language

English

Tuition fees

from $11 950

About the program

Personal support workers are unregulated health care providers. They work under the supervision of a regulated health professional, supervisor, or in the supported independent living environment under the direction of the client. They provide clearly identified personal care, routine activities of daily living and home management services, by following care/service plans and established policies and procedures.

Program Details

Degree level:

1-Year Post-Secondary Certificate

Study mode:

In Class

Program duration:

8 months

Features

International Year One

Details come from the university and can change — always confirm on the program page before you apply.

Key facts

Start months

January, May, September

Entry requirements

Grade 12 / High School

English language tests

TOEFL

IELTS

PTE Academic

Grades

GPA

50 / 100

Cost

$100

Application fee

$22 895

Cost of living / year

CA$16 372

≈ $11 950

Tuition

Other fees

Mandatory Ancillary Fees

per year

$1,522

Books & Supplies Fees

per year

$1,500

Charged by the institution on top of tuition.

Scholarships (1)

International Student Entrance Scholarship

CAD 2,000

Separate application required

Study levels: 1-Year Post-Secondary Certificate · 2-Year Undergraduate Diploma · 3-Year Bachelor's Degree · 3-Year Undergraduate Advanced Diploma · 4-Year Bachelor's Degree · Integrated Masters · Postgraduate Certificate · Postgraduate Diploma · Top-up Degree

Requirements:

The Northern College International Entrance Scholarship offers new international students starting in Fall 2026 or Winter 2027 a chance to receive financial support totaling $2,000 CAD. This scholarship is designed to encourage academic success and ease the financial burden for eligible students during their studies. # Scholarship Value - Total value of **$2,000 CAD** - $1,000 CAD applied in the first semester - $1,000 CAD applied in the second semester, contingent upon meeting eligibility criteria # Eligibility Criteria To qualify for the Northern College International Entrance Scholarship, applicants must: - Be a new international student admitted to an eligible program for the Fall 2026 or Winter 2027 intake - Be registered full-time in an eligible program and campus - Submit the scholarship application form by the specified deadline - Not be exempt from international tuition fees - Not have previously studied at Northern College # Application Deadlines - Fall 2026 intake: **August 31, 2026** - Winter 2027 intake: **December 31, 2026** # Important Conditions - The first $1,000 CAD installment is applied after confirmation of full-time registration - The second $1,000 CAD installment is awarded after successful completion of the first semester with no failed courses - For programs with scheduled breaks, the second installment will be applied in the second month of the following academic semester # How to Apply Applicants must complete and submit the scholarship application form online by the relevant deadline to be considered. This scholarship is an excellent opportunity for international students to receive funding based on academic commitment and full-time enrollment at Northern College. Apply now to support your educational journey and achieve academic excellence.