COURSE OVERVIEW: The goal of a caregiver course is to equip caregivers with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to provide high-quality care and support to individuals in need.

COURSE CONTENT:

1. Introduction to Care giving: Definition, roles, and responsibilities
2. Understanding Older Adults: Aging process, physical and cognitive changes
3. Safety and Emergency Procedures: First aid, CPR, and emergency response
4. Personal Care: Assisting with daily living activities (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, and toileting
5. Medication Management: Administering medications, monitoring, and recording
6. Nutrition and Hydration: Meal preparation, dietary needs, and hydration techniques
7. Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Effective communication, active listening, and conflict resolution
8. Caregiver Self-Care: Stress management, burnout prevention, and seeking support
9. Ethical and Legal Considerations: Confidentiality, boundaries, and legal requirements
10. Specialized Care: Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, chronic illness, and disability support

The course may also cover additional topics, such as:

– Assistive devices and technology

– Incontinence care

– Wound care

– Pain management

– End-of-life care

METHODOLOGY:

Power Point presentation, Practical demonstrations, Film Show, training handout.

CERTIFICATION: On successful completion of the course, each participant will be issued with the ACA & CPD accredited caregiver certificate.