Personal Care Provider National Occupational Standard

Many different names are used to describe the personal care provider occupation across Canada. Not only are the names different throughout the country, but the scope of work, educational requirements, entry-to-practice requirements, employment settings, scope of employment, and job descriptions differ; each province and territory sets its own policies, practices, and educational requirements. There is a need for national consistency to help ensure equity for care recipients and personal care providers. A national occupational standard for personal care providers will help to outline a common taxonomy and common knowledge, skills, and abilities for personal care providers.