PERSONAL CARE AIDE
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This program has been developed by the Department of Medical Assistance Services (DMAS) to establish a uniform training curriculum. Its purpose is to train and teach qualified persons to provide personal care services under Medicaid Waivers. DMAS hopes that this program will assist in recruiting and retaining qualified personal care aides.
DMAS Requirements for Personal Care Aides (PCA) include: 1. Must be 18 years of age or older 2. Must be able to read and write in English to the degree necessary to perform the tasks expected 3. Must be able to perform the tasks required The following content will be taught: 1. The Elderly 2. Personal Care and Rehabilitative Services 3. Home Management 4. Safety and Accident Prevention in the Home 5. Food, Nutrition, and Meal Preparation 6. Documentation Requirements for Medicaid Recipients HANDS-ON SKILLS TAUGHT AND PRACTICED. INSTRUCTOR DEMONSTRATION AND VIDEO DEMONSTRATION USED. RETURN DEMONSTRATION IS REQUIRED OF EACH STUDENT IN ORDER TO COMPLETE THE COURSE. |
Tuition: $250 / Start with $125.00 down Payment Plan $125 deposit by deadline date $125 - Due on or before the first day of class Day classes only - 8:30am - 2:30pm (Tuesday and Thursday) Skills days to be determined ** Must have access to the internet to complete homework and discussions topics*** Uniform: White scrub top (the school provides 1 scrub top) Black scrub Pants Requirements:
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