In the rapidly evolving landscape of elder care and support services, the demand for highly skilled and compassionate home care aides is greater than ever. Ensuring your staff is thoroughly prepared to meet the diverse needs of clients is paramount. The PHCAST program delivers a comprehensive Home Care Aide Training Program designed to equip your team with the essential knowledge and abilities for success.
Our expertly crafted curriculum addresses the core competencies required of a modern home care aide. From mastering crucial soft skills like active listening and effective communication to developing practical proficiencies in nutrition planning, maintaining a safe and healthy home environment, and understanding client rights, PHCAST provides a robust foundation. Crucially, our program emphasizes the importance of recognizing and reporting abuse and neglect, and confidently managing emergency situations, ensuring the safety and well-being of those under care.
For agencies seeking foundational training, the New Homemaker Course serves as an ideal starting point. This accessible online program, comprised of 11 self-paced modules, allows staff to learn at their convenience, minimizing disruption to work schedules. This flexibility is frequently cited as a major advantage by employers, as highlighted in testimonials from participating agencies.
Building upon the knowledge gained in the New Homemaker Course, the Personal Care Homemaker Course offers an advanced training pathway. This 7-module online course delves deeper into the intricacies of personal care, requiring a supplementary 10-hour hands-on training session conducted by a Registered Nurse certified in Personal Care Homemaker instruction. This blended learning approach ensures a well-rounded skillset, combining theoretical knowledge with practical application.
To further support your agency in recruiting and retaining qualified professionals, the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs (EOEA) has established the PHCAST Job Board. This exclusive platform is available to ASAP-contracted agencies specializing in homemaking and personal care services. By creating a free account, your agency can post job openings and connect directly with trained and qualified home care aides actively seeking employment. This resource streamlines the hiring process and ensures access to a pool of candidates who have completed recognized home care aide training programs.
Invest in your staff and elevate the quality of your home care services by leveraging the comprehensive home care aide training program offered by PHCAST and utilizing the valuable resources of the PHCAST Job Board.
