Who This Course Is For
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Aspiring caregivers and healthcare assistants
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Home care workers and support staff
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Individuals caring for elderly or vulnerable family members
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Professionals seeking certification to improve employability
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Anyone interested in caregiving as a career path
No prior medical experience is required.
Course Modules
Module 1: Fundamentals of Caregiving
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Roles and responsibilities of a caregiver
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Ethics, professionalism, and boundaries in caregiving
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Understanding client rights, dignity, and respect
Module 2: Fundamental Skills in Caregiving
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Personal hygiene and grooming assistance
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Mobility, transfers, and positioning techniques
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Communication skills and daily living support
Module 3: Infections, Nutrition, and Food Safety
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Infection prevention and control
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Basic nutrition and special dietary needs
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Safe food handling and hygiene practices
Module 4: Emergencies, Falls & Fire Safety
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Identifying and responding to emergencies
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Fall prevention strategies
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Basic fire safety and evacuation procedures
Module 5: Understanding Dementia
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Types and stages of dementia
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Symptoms, behaviors, and progression
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Emotional and psychological impact on clients
Module 6: Working with Clients with Dementia
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Person-centered dementia care approaches
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Managing challenging behaviors
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Communication and emotional support techniques
Module 7: How Aging Affects the Body
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Physical, mental, and emotional changes in aging
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Common age-related conditions
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Supporting independence and quality of life
Module 8: Traumatic Injuries and Preparing for Death
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Basic response to traumatic injuries
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End-of-life care principles
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Emotional support, dignity, and coping with loss
What You Will Learn
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
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Provide safe and compassionate personal care
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Support elderly clients and individuals with dementia effectively
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Identify health risks and respond to emergencies
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Apply infection control and safety best practices
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Communicate professionally with clients and families
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Deliver respectful end-of-life care
Course Features
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Structured, easy-to-follow modules
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Practical caregiving knowledge aligned with industry standards
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Flexible learning (self-paced or instructor-led – as applicable)
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Professional certification upon completion
Certification
Participants who successfully complete the course requirements will be awarded a Certified Caregiver Certificate, suitable for employment, professional development, or personal caregiving competence.
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