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Professional Caregiver Training Programme for Jamaica & the Caribbean
What You Will Learn
Through guided lessons, case studies, practical scenarios, and assessments, students will learn how to:
✔ Assist safely with mobility and daily care
✔ Communicate with respect and emotional sensitivity
✔ Support individuals living with memory loss
✔ Prevent falls and protect themselves from injury
✔ Recognize health changes and respond appropriately
✔ Maintain professional boundaries and caregiver well-being
The Dignity in Care Academy Professional Caregiver Training Programme is a structured 6-week programme designed to prepare individuals to provide safe, compassionate and dignified support to older adults in home and community settings.
Based in Jamaica and serving learners across the Caribbean, our programme equips caregivers with practical caregiving knowledge, health awareness and professional standards to help them support older adults confidently and respectfully.
The programme combines foundational caregiving principles with communication, safety, emotional awareness, professional conduct and practical approaches to everyday caregiving, while also encouraging caregivers to protect their own wellbeing.
Participants who successfully complete the programme requirements receive a Certificate of Completion from Dignity in Care Academy.
Perfect For
This programme is ideal for:
• New caregivers starting their caregiving journey
• Family members caring for aging parents or loved ones
• Individuals seeking employment in elder care or caregiving
• Healthcare aides who want formal training and certification
• Anyone passionate about serving seniors with compassion
No prior experience is required — just a desire to learn and care for others.
Now enrolling. Limited spots available.
Official Student Workbook
Professional Caregiver Training Workbook
This workbook is the official training companion for the Dignity in Care Academy 6-Week Professional Caregiver Training Programme.
Designed to reinforce weekly learning and help students apply key caregiving concepts, the workbook includes:
Real-life caregiving case studies
Reflection exercises to develop professional judgement
Multiple-choice quizzes to reinforce knowledge
Practical scenarios based on everyday caregiving situations
The workbook is used throughout the programme to support class discussions, individual learning and preparation for programme assessments.
It is provided to students enrolled in the programme and is also available for individual purchase on Amazon.
Created by caregiver educator and Dignity in Care Co-Founder Keisha Reid, drawing on more than 20 years of hands-on caregiving experience.
FAQs
How long is the course?
This is a 6-week programme. The training program is designed to be clear, practical, and focused, allowing students to gain essential caregiving knowledge without spending months in school.
Specific course schedules and session dates are provided during the enrollment process.
Do I need experience to take the course?
No prior experience is required.
This course is designed for beginners who want to enter the caregiving field, as well as individuals who already provide care for family members and want structured training to strengthen their skills.
Is the Certification of Completion recognized?
Dignity in Care Academy provides professional caregiver training designed to prepare individuals for caregiving roles in private homes, community settings and other care environments.
Participants who successfully complete the programme requirements receive a Certificate of Completion from Dignity in Care Academy, demonstrating that they have completed training in areas including caregiving fundamentals, safety, communication, dignity and respect, dementia awareness and professional conduct.
The Certificate of Completion is issued by Dignity in Care Academy and is not a government-issued licence, nationally recognised qualification or externally accredited professional certification.
The programme is designed to provide practical knowledge and skills that can support an individual’s preparation for caregiving opportunities. Employment requirements vary by employer, organisation and country, and completion of the programme does not guarantee employment or placement.
Our training emphasises dignity-centred, person-centred care, safety, respectful communication and practical approaches to supporting older adults.
Are classes online?
Yes, all training is delivered online for your convenience and flexibility.
Will this training help me get a caregiving job?
Yes. This training is designed to help prepare students for entry-level caregiving roles in:
• Home care agencies
• Assisted living facilities
• Private duty caregiving
• Family caregiving support
Students gain practical knowledge in caregiving skills, communication, safety, and dementia awareness that employers value when hiring caregivers.
How do I enroll?
To enroll in an upcoming class:
Send us a message through the website or email.
We will provide the next available class dates.
A deposit is required to reserve your seat in the class.
Because class sizes are kept small, early registration is recommended.
Still have questions?
Contact us and we’ll be happy to help.
Phone
Jamaica (876) 542-2304
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