Pennsylvania Direct Care Worker Training (Part 1)

Course Description

The Pennsylvania Direct Care Worker Training (part 1) course is designed to provide caregivers with the essential knowledge and skills needed to deliver high-quality care to individuals who require assistance with daily living tasks. This basic level course is targeted towards new caregivers or those looking to refresh their existing skills. The training focuses on personal care, safety, communication, and documentation, along with an emphasis on understanding the unique needs of the individuals they serve. By completing this course, caregivers will be better equipped to provide compassionate, effective, and person-centered care in various care settings.

What will be taught topics

• Basic principles of person-centered care and confidentiality
• Effective communication skills for caregivers
• Personal care tasks and techniques
• Recognizing and reporting changes in a client's condition
• Importance of proper documentation and record-keeping
• Recognizing and reporting abuse
• Infection control and prevention
• Managing challenging behaviors and providing emotional support

Lesson list

• Confidentiality
• Client Control and the Independent Living Philosophy
• Instrumental Activities of Daily Living
• Knowledge Review
• Recognizing Changes in the Client that Need to be Addressed
• Basic Infection Control
• Universal Precautions
• Knowledge Review
• Handling of Emergencies
• Documentation and Record Keeping
• Recognizing and Reporting Abuse or Neglect
• Knowledge Review
• Dealing with Difficult Behaviors
• Exam- Pennsylvania Direct Care Worker Training (Part 1)