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After You Pass: Getting Registered and Starting Work

๐Ÿ“… June 27, 2026 ✍️ By Piewy Team

Passing the exam is a huge milestone — congratulations in advance! Here's what comes next so you can step confidently into your career.

After You Pass

  • Receive your results and certificate.
  • Register with the relevant body or registry if required in your province.
  • Keep copies of your certificate and documents.

Finding Your First Job

  1. Update your resume with your certification and placement experience.
  2. Apply to long-term care homes, home care agencies, and hospitals.
  3. Prepare for interviews with real examples of caring, safe practice.
  4. Be ready to discuss scope of practice and teamwork.

Starting Strong

  • Ask questions and learn your workplace's policies.
  • Keep practising safe body mechanics and infection control.
  • Be reliable, kind, and professional.

Keep Growing

Continue learning on the job — every client teaches you something. You've earned this; now go make a difference.

๐Ÿ”‘ Key Takeaways

  • Get your results, certificate, and registration.
  • Apply to care homes, home care, hospitals.
  • Interview with real caring examples.
  • Keep learning and practising safely.
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About the Piewy Team

Piewy study guides are written and reviewed by Canadian healthcare educators and experienced PSW instructors. Our content is based on the NACC PSW competency framework and current best practices in personal support work.