Are you looking to enhance the skills and confidence of your home care staff? Whether you’re onboarding new team members or providing ongoing professional development, a robust Personal Care Training Program is essential. PHCAST offers comprehensive training solutions designed to meet the evolving needs of the home care industry.
Our curriculum is meticulously crafted to equip your staff with the knowledge and practical skills necessary to excel as Home Care Aides. From mastering active listening and nutritional planning to ensuring safe housekeeping practices and effective consumer interaction, PHCAST covers a wide spectrum of crucial competencies. Our program also emphasizes vital areas such as recognizing abuse and neglect and effectively handling emergency situations, ensuring your team is prepared for any scenario.
For those new to the field, the New Homemaker Course provides a foundational understanding of home care principles. This accessible online program allows staff to learn at their own pace, fitting seamlessly into their schedules without disrupting work commitments. It’s the perfect starting point to build a solid base of knowledge in homemaking services. You can explore the New Homemaker Course to learn more about this introductory program.
Building upon the Homemaker Course, our Personal Care Homemaker Course represents the next step in professional growth. This advanced 7-module online course delves deeper into the intricacies of personal care, expanding your staff’s skillset and expertise. A key component of this personal care training program is the mandatory 10-hour hands-on training session. Conducted by a Registered Nurse certified in Personal Care Homemaker training, this practical experience ensures your staff can confidently apply their learned knowledge in real-world situations. Discover how the Personal Care Homemaker Course can elevate your team’s capabilities in providing sensitive and effective personal care.
“Flexibility is the biggest benefit [for my staff]. They can do [the training] on their own time and don’t have to take the time out of work. The second biggest benefit is a boost in their self-esteem.” This quote highlights the significant advantages of the PHCAST personal care training program for both staff development and morale.
To further support direct care workers and the agencies that employ them, the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs (EOEA) has launched the PHCAST Job Board. This exclusive platform, accessible via the PHCAST Job Board, is dedicated to ASAP contracted agencies providing homemaking and personal care homemaking services. Agencies seeking qualified professionals are invited to create free accounts and post job openings, connecting directly with trained and capable individuals.
Invest in your staff and elevate the quality of your services with PHCAST’s comprehensive personal care training program. Empower your team with the skills, knowledge, and confidence they need to provide exceptional care, while enhancing staff retention and overall agency success.
