Texas Home and Community Support Services Agencies - Personal Care Attendant - Orientation Training

Our collection of courses for the orientation training of Texas Personal Care Attendants is designed to align with the requirements in Section 47.25 - Attendant Orientation and Section 558.245 - Staffing Policies of the Texas Administrative Code. This collection contains 11 courses, totalling 12 hours of training, and ... Read more

Our collection of courses for the orientation training of Texas Personal Care Attendants is designed to align with the requirements in Section 47.25 - Attendant Orientation and Section 558.245 - Staffing Policies of the Texas Administrative Code.

This collection contains 11 courses, totalling 12 hours of training, and covers a number of topics including, professionalism, providing care in a client’s home, an overview of the older adult population, assisting with ADLs and iADLs, ambulation and transfers, assisting with medication self-administration, range of motion and positioning, infection control, safety and emergencies in the client’s home, and working with clients with challenging behaviors.

This collection can be used as is, or combined with any of our other courses to create an effective, and easy to understand, orientation training program for your Texas-based Personal Care Attendant team. Hide

  • 11 courses
  • 12 hours hours
Texas Home and Community Support Services Agencies - Personal Care Attendant - Orientation Training

Course Description

Professionalism in the Healthcare Setting is a comprehensive course designed for caregivers who aim to provide high-quality care to their patients. This course focuses on the essential skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary for maintaining a professional demeanor in a healthcare environment. Through this course, caregivers will learn the importance of ethical conduct, effective communication, teamwork, and cultural competence in delivering care to patients with diverse backgrounds and needs. By developing a strong foundation in professionalism, caregivers will be better equipped to navigate the challenges and complexities of the healthcare setting, ultimately leading to improved patient outcomes and satisfaction.

Course Topics

  • Understand the importance of ethical conduct and decision-making
  • Develop effective communication skills for better patient interaction
  • Learn the principles of teamwork and collaboration in healthcare settings
  • Recognize the significance of cultural competence in patient care
  • Explore strategies for managing stress and maintaining work-life balance

Course Description

In this course, we will discuss the healthcare team. Additionally, you will learn about professionalism and time management.

Course Topics

  • Describe the home healthcare team
  • Describe the role of each member of the home healthcare team
  • Describe a care plan and how it is to be used
  • Outline the role and scope of the HHA
  • Define scope of practice and what can happen if you perform a task outside your scope
  • Describe what professionalism looks like for an HHA
  • Outline strategies to help with organization and time management

Course Description

Working with Older Adults is a course designed for caregivers who aim to provide compassionate and effective care for the elderly population. The course focuses on understanding the unique needs and challenges associated with aging, as well as developing essential skills and strategies to support older adults in maintaining their independence, health, and overall well-being. By the end of this course, participants will be well-equipped to build strong relationships with older adults and create a positive caregiving experience for both the caregiver and the care recipient.

Course Topics

  • Common health concerns in older adults
  • Effective communication with older adults
  • Strategies for promoting independence and autonomy
  • Recognizing and addressing age-related cognitive decline
  • Managing challenging behaviors in older adults
  • Identifying and preventing elder abuse
  • Addressing the emotional and psychological needs of older adults

Course Description

This course will cover the activities of daily living (ADLs) which are the essential, everyday tasks that we need to perform in order to live independently such as eating, bathing, and ambulating. As a caregiver, you can greatly assist those who, for cognitive, physical, and other reasons, are unable to independently complete their ADLs. In this course, you will learn how to assess clients' need for assistance with ADLs as well as learn practical ways to assist them. Assisting with ADLs is more than doing something for your client; it is helping them to do as much as they can for themselves.

Course Topics

  • Describe ADLs
  • Assess and monitor independence with ADLs
  • How to assist your client with bathing and grooming
  • How to assist your client in the shower or bath
  • How to perform a bed bath
  • How to provide hair care for different hair types and textures
  • How to assist your client to wash their hair in the sink, shower, or in bed
  • Assist your client with dressing while promoting independence
  • Obstacles to proper toileting and how to help clients
  • Importance of ambulation and assisting with transfers
  • Describe how to assist your client with eating and drinking

Course Description

Assisting with iADLs (Instrumental Activities of Daily Living) is a course designed for caregivers to help them develop the skills and knowledge necessary to provide support and assistance to patients who have difficulties performing everyday tasks. iADLs are activities that allow individuals to live independently, such as shopping, preparing meals, managing finances, and using communication devices. As a caregiver, understanding how to assist patients with iADLs is crucial for promoting their independence, safety, and overall well-being.

Course Topics

  • Describe what iADLs are
  • Outline the importance of iADLs
  • Describe how to assess a client’s ability to perform iADLs
  • Describe how you should approach assisting your client with iADLs
  • Describe the tasks you may have to perform when assisting a client with iADLs

Course Description

Ambulation and transfers are essential skills for caregivers to assist individuals who require help with mobility. This course is designed for caregivers who wish to learn the basics of ambulation, transfers, and safe patient handling techniques. These skills are crucial for maintaining the safety, comfort, and dignity of the individuals they care for, as well as preventing injuries to both the caregiver and the patient. The course will cover a variety of techniques and devices used in ambulation and transfers, along with best practices for maintaining proper body mechanics and communication during the process.

Course Topics

  • Identify common mobility aids and devices
  • Learn different techniques for transferring patients
  • Practice effective communication during ambulation and transfers
  • Recognize common challenges and how to address them
  • Discuss the role of the caregiver in promoting independence and mobility

Course Description

Assisting with Medication Self-Administration Part 1 is a foundational course designed for caregivers who provide support to individuals requiring assistance with their medications. This course will focus on the essential knowledge and skills necessary for caregivers to safely and effectively help individuals with self-medication management. Topics covered will include understanding medication types, routes of administration, proper storage, and documentation, as well as recognizing and reporting potential side effects and adverse reactions.

Course Topics

  • Learn about various routes of administration
  • The five rights of medication administration
  • Proper medication storage and handling
  • Accurate documentation of medication administration
  • Recognizing and reporting potential side effects and adverse reactions
  • Importance of medication adherence and compliance
  • Appropriate communication with healthcare professionals regarding medications

Course Description

The Normal Range of Motion and Positioning course is designed to provide caregivers with the essential knowledge and skills for maintaining proper body alignment, movement, and positioning for their clients or loved ones. This course covers the normal range of motion for major joints, the importance of proper positioning, and techniques to prevent complications such as pressure sores, contractures, and muscle atrophy. By understanding the principles of normal range of motion and positioning, caregivers can improve the comfort, mobility, and overall quality of life for the people they care for.

Course Topics

  • Understand the importance of proper body alignment and positioning
  • Identify techniques to maintain joint mobility and prevent complications
  • Learn how to perform range of motion exercises safely and effectively
  • Recognize the signs and symptoms of improper positioning and related complications

Course Description

The Control of Contagious and Infectious Diseases course is designed for personal care attendants to educate and equip them with the necessary knowledge and skills to prevent the spread of contagious and infectious diseases in the health care setting. The course focuses on understanding the nature of infectious diseases, modes of transmission, prevention techniques, and appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) usage. Additionally, the course highlights the importance of proper hygiene, sanitation, and disinfection practices to maintain a safe and healthy environment for both the caregiver and the patient.

Course Topics

  • Understand common pathogens and their modes of transmission
  • Identify proper hand hygiene techniques and their importance
  • Learn about personal protective equipment (PPE) and its correct use
  • Recognize the importance of proper cleaning, sanitation, and disinfection
  • Familiarize with reporting requirements and procedures for infectious diseases

Course Description

Safety and Emergencies in the Client's Home is a course designed to equip caregivers with the knowledge and skills needed to handle various safety concerns and emergency situations that may arise while providing care in a client's home. The course covers essential topics such as identifying potential hazards, implementing preventive measures, and responding to different types of emergencies. This course aims to enhance the caregiver's ability to maintain a safe environment for themselves and their clients, thus promoting overall well-being and quality of care.

Course Topics

  • Implementing preventive measures to avoid accidents
  • Responding to medical emergencies, such as falls, choking, or seizures
  • Fire safety and emergency evacuation procedures
  • Recognizing signs of elder abuse and reporting procedures
  • Basic first aid and CPR techniques
  • Developing an emergency preparedness plan

Course Description

Working with Clients with Challenging Behaviors is a course designed for caregivers who aim to enhance their skills and knowledge in handling clients exhibiting difficult behaviors. This course will provide an understanding of the underlying causes of various challenging behaviors and equip caregivers with effective strategies to manage and address these behaviors. Participants will learn to identify the triggers and warning signs, develop appropriate interventions and support plans, and foster a safe and positive environment for both the caregiver and the client.

Course Topics

  • Identify common causes of challenging behaviors
  • Recognize triggers and warning signs of challenging behaviors
  • Develop appropriate interventions and support plans
  • Understand the importance of establishing a safe and positive environment
  • Learn effective communication techniques for managing challenging behaviors

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