🩺 Caregiver Training Course Content

Module 1: Introduction to Caregiving

• Overview of the caregiver profession

• Roles and responsibilities of a caregiver

• Understanding different types of care settings (home care, long-term care, hospice, etc.)

• Ethics and professionalism in caregiving

• Confidentiality and HIPAA

Module 2: Communication & Interpersonal Skills

• Effective communication with clients, families, and healthcare professionals

• Non-verbal communication and active listening

• Building trust and rapport with clients

• Managing difficult conversations and behaviors

• Cultural sensitivity and diversity

Module 3: Infection Control & Safety

• Principles of infection prevention

• Proper hand hygiene and use of personal protective equipment (PPE)

• Cleaning and disinfecting techniques

• Emergency preparedness and safety in the home

• Fall prevention strategies

Module 4: Providing Personal Care

• Assisting with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting

• Mobility and transfer techniques (use of gait belts, wheelchairs, etc.)

• Skin care and pressure sore prevention

• Nutrition, hydration, and feeding support

• Oral hygiene care

Module 5: Vital Signs and Health Monitoring

• Measuring temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure

• Recognizing and reporting changes in client health

• Documenting and reporting care accurately

Module 6: Dementia and Alzheimer’s Care

• Understanding cognitive decline and dementia

• Managing challenging behaviors

• Creating a safe and supportive environment

• Communication strategies with memory-impaired clients

Module 7: Mental Health & Emotional Support

• Supporting clients with anxiety, depression, or grief

• Encouraging independence and quality of life

• Identifying signs of elder abuse and neglect

• Compassion fatigue and caregiver self-care

Module 8: Medication Assistance

• Understanding medication types and purposes

• Safe handling and storage of medications

• Assisting with self-administration (if permitted by law)

• Recognizing adverse effects

Module 9: Professional Development & Job Readiness

• Resume building and job search tips

• Interview preparation

• Workplace etiquette and expectations

• Career paths in caregiving and continuing education

🧾 Final Assessment & Certification

• Online exam (multiple choice + short answers)

• Certificate of Completion upon passing