Care of the Elderly
This course is designed to train participants to take care of aging persons, either on a professional basis or just to assist with aging family members. Trainees will learn how to bathe, dress and cook for elderly persons. They will also be taught how to perform CPR and basic first aid.
*Please note that applicants must be 18 years or older to be eligible to participate in this course.
Latest Course Information
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Jan 10, 2022
Duration:2 Semesters
Day(s):Monday - Friday
Time:8:00am - 4:00pm
Tutor:Ms. I. Carter
Frequently Asked Questions
Below are a few FAQs pertaining to this programme or course:
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- How do I become an Apprentice?
Completing an application form gets the process started. After this you must be:
- interviewed by an inspector and a potential host employer
- Accepted by the employer
Persons under 18 years must also be examined by a medical practitioner who will certify that they are fit.
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- What are the class hours for the Skills Training Programme?
Classes are conducted from 8:00 am until 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday, with the exception of Computer Applications classes which are conducted from 8:30 am – 11:30 am or 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm.
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- How much is the stipend?
The stipend is calculated based on attendance. If all sessions are attended, the stipend is $125.00 per week and it is paid every two weeks.
Training Centres
This course is held at the following training centre(s):
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All Saints Skills Training Centre
The All Saints Centre is known for its Bar and Restaurant Services, International Cooking and Garment Making programmes. It has modern cooking facilities, as well as a gazebo-styled bar and restaurant and a garment-making room equipped for the training of industrial sewing machine operators.
Testimonials
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The Apprenticeship Programme has been a good experience. I learned a lot at Structural Systems during the on-the-job training. Within three years, I began as an Apprentice Welder and have become an Operator, by gaining experience in welding, fabrication, and by receiving Autocad training. I enjoyed the theoretical training at the Samuel Jackman Prescod Polytechnic. The teachers were helpful and kind, especially Mr. Ian Harvey.
Carlos Watson
Machine Operator at Structural Systems Limited
