Wisconsin Technical College Personal Care Worker Certificate Programs
This 34-hour, in-person course is designed to provide foundational skills for delivering personal and supportive/rehabilitative health care in both in-home and facility-based settings. The course combines engaging lectures with hands-on laboratory practice, ensuring students gain practical experience in a supervised environment.
Key Learning Outcomes:
- Client-Centered Care: Emphasize client rights and foster effective communication in healthcare settings.
- Rehabilitation Skills: Learn techniques to support clients’ rehabilitative needs and promote independence.
- Safety and Infection Control: Gain essential knowledge in infection control practices and maintaining safety for clients and caregivers.
- Positioning and Transfer Skills: Develop the ability to safely assist clients with positioning and transferring, minimizing risk and promoting comfort.
Skill Competency Assessment:
All learned skills will be evaluated under the supervision of a registered nurse, ensuring students meet professional standards for competency and care quality.
This comprehensive certificate prepares students to deliver compassionate, effective care in various healthcare settings.
Personal Care Worker Certificate | Pathway Certificate | Program Transfers | Offered completely online | Shared Certificate | |
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Northeast | Personal Care Worker at Northeast |