Start a career that truly matters.
The Nurse Jackie Training Academy prepares compassionate people for work in home and community care, taught by the team behind a working Brampton home care provider, so what you learn in class is what families actually need at home.
About the Academy
Training built inside real home care.
The Nurse Jackie Training Academy is the education arm of Nurse Jackie Homecare Inc., a private home and community care provider serving Brampton, Mississauga and the Greater Toronto Area. Every day our caregivers help seniors and families with personal care, homemaking, companionship and respite, and every lesson in our programs comes from that work.
The Academy was founded by Jacqueline “Jackie” Anderson, President & CEO of Nurse Jackie Homecare, a Nurses Assistant (US) and Personal Support Worker (Canada) with more than 25 years of frontline healthcare experience. Jackie built the Academy to give new caregivers the skills, confidence and values she looks for when she hires: safety, respect, dignity and genuine kindness.
Our promise to students is the same one we make to families: “Let’s Treat Your Loved Ones Like Family.”
Why train with us
Taught by a working agency
You learn from people who schedule, supervise and deliver care in client homes every week, not from theory alone.
Small, in-person classes
HSW classes meet in person at our Brampton office, so you practise skills hands-on with real feedback from your instructor.
Real practicum experience
Three weeks of supervised practicum let you put your learning to work before you graduate.
Job-ready essentials included
The HSW fee includes First Aid & CPR certification and your background check—two things employers ask for first.
Our programs
Choose the path that fits you
Start with a short hybrid course, or go straight into our full Home Support Worker certificate. Either way, you’ll finish ready to support clients safely and respectfully at home.
Flagship program
Home Support Worker (HSW) Certificate
A complete, in-person program that prepares you to provide personal support, homemaking and companionship to clients in their homes and communities.
- Tuition — $1,735
- First Aid & CPR certification — $135
- Background check — $75
- Registration — $50 (non-refundable)
Great first step
Homemaking Services Certificate (Level 1)
A flexible, hybrid course for people who want to help clients keep a safe, clean and comfortable home, and a practical way to try the field before committing to the full HSW program.
- Tuition — $547
- Registration — $50 (non-refundable)
- Discounts available for CARP members, referrals and through the NJH bursary
What you’ll learn
Skills families count on.
Our curriculum is written around the real tasks of home and community care, with a Week 4 midterm to check your progress and a final assessment before you graduate.
Personal care with dignity
Bathing, grooming, dressing and toileting support that protects privacy and independence.
Safe mobility & transfers
Body mechanics, positioning and fall prevention for you and your client.
Homemaking & meal preparation
Cleaning, laundry and nutritious meals that keep a home safe and comfortable.
Infection prevention & safety
Hand hygiene, home safety checks, and First Aid & CPR certification.
Communication & companionship
Building trust with clients and families, and supporting seniors who live alone.
Professional practice
Client rights, confidentiality, observing and reporting changes, and documentation.
Is the Academy right for you?
Our programs are a great fit if you are:
- Looking to start a meaningful career in home and community care
- Changing careers and want practical, job-focused training
- Already caring for a family member and want to do it with more skill and confidence
- Thinking about future studies in health care and want a strong foundation
- Patient, dependable, and someone who treats people with respect
How to enroll
- Reach out. Email or call us to ask questions and choose your program.
- Register. Complete your application and pay the $50 registration fee to hold your seat.
- Get ready. HSW students complete their background check—it’s included in your fee.
- Start class. Join your cohort and begin your career in care.
Frequently asked questions
Where are classes held?
HSW classes are held in person at Nurse Jackie Homecare, 133A Main Street South, Brampton, Ontario. The Homemaking course is mostly online, with 20 hours in person.
What does the $1,995 HSW fee include?
Everything you need to complete the program: $1,735 tuition, $135 for First Aid & CPR certification, a $75 background check, and the $50 non-refundable registration fee.
Can I take Homemaking first and move into HSW later?
Yes. Homemaking graduates receive a $200 credit toward the HSW Certificate when they enrol within 12 months.
Are discounts or payment plans available?
The Homemaking course offers discounts for CARP members, referrals and through the NJH bursary. Payment-plan details to be confirmed. Contact us to talk about what you may qualify for.
Who will I be learning from?
The Academy is led by Founder and Program Director Jackie Anderson, with Sashoy Stewart as Program Coordinator, supported by the Nurse Jackie Homecare team.
What are the admission requirements?
Admission requirements to be confirmed.
Seats for Cohort 1 are limited.
Classes begin November 2, 2026. Reach out today and start your career in care.