Health care trade schools trying new ways to attract workers
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Another example of the desperate need for healthcare workers in the province was demonstrated in London, Ont. Thursday evening. A job fair, for entry-level medical careers, including personal support workers and home-care aides, attracted a small crowd. Organized by Toronto-based IBT College, the event also featured local employers.
Another example of the desperate need for healthcare workers in the province was demonstrated in London, Ont. Thursday evening.
A job fair, for entry-level medical careers, including personal support workers (PSWs) and home-care aides, attracted a small crowd.
Organized by Toronto-based IBT College, the event also featured local employers.
Most participants agree it is a challenge to attract staff, even with training incentives.
As a result, some are offering full online learning options and virtual reality simulators.
James Rice, the vice president of IBT College, said many entering the medical support field are new Canadians, and most come with prior medical experience.
“We’re seeing people from Ukraine coming in. We’re seeing many new Canadians coming in. But they need to be up-skilled,” he explained.
