Device compatibility
Arisone Academy’s platform is highly versatile and accessible on various devices, including smartphones, tablets (pads), and web browsers. This ensures that caregivers can access training materials conveniently from the device of their choice.

Administrator control
As an Administrator, you have full control over the training process. You can assign specific training modules and courses to new caregivers, tailoring their training to meet the agency’s requirements and the individual caregiver’s needs.

Real-time progress tracking
Arisone Academy offers real-time progress tracking for new candidates. You can monitor their training accomplishments as they complete courses and assessments, providing you with instant insights into their progress.

Self-paced learning
Caregivers are required to answer a set number of questions as part of their training. If they do not pass, they have the autonomy to retake the test with new questions, without requiring your direct involvement. This flexibility promotes self-paced learning and skill development.

Different learning modes
Caregivers have the option to engage with training materials in multiple ways. They can choose to read course content or listen to it, accommodating different learning preferences and needs.

Certification upon completion
Upon successfully completing their competencies, all caregivers receive a certification. This certification serves as formal recognition of their training accomplishments and readiness to provide care.

Comprehensive logging
Arisone Academy maintains detailed logs of all training activities, efforts, accomplishments, and certificates. These logs are easily accessible and can be readily shared with surveyors or regulatory bodies as needed, ensuring transparency and compliance.

TRAINING FOR CAREGIVERS

1. GENERAL OVERVIEW
Every Home Care agency operating is required to meet stringent standards and, in many states, obtain a valid license, specifically, in order to offer non-medical care and services to clients. This ensures that the agency is properly authorized to provide essential assistance to clients in need.
In this course, you will receive a concise yet comprehensive overview of the essential requirements that home care agencies must adhere
This course is designed to provide you with the knowledge and understanding necessary to navigate these regulatory aspects effectively, ensuring that home care agencies operate in compliance with state regulations and provide high-quality non-medical care and services to their clients.

-GUIDELINES FOR NON MEDICAL CARE AND SERVICES
-DUTIES AND RESPOSIBILITIES
-THE DIFFERENCE IN PERSONAL CARE, NURSE AID CARE AND HEALTHCARE
-EXPLANATION OF CONSUMER RIGHT
-LEGAL AND ETHICAL CONSIDERATIONS

2. ADL AND IADL
Non-medical assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADL) involves helping individuals with personal hygiene, dressing, eating, mobility, and toileting to ensure they can maintain their daily routines and improve their quality of life.
Adaptive equipment is used to enhance the safety and independence of those in care, including mobility aids like walkers and wheelchairs, bathroom safety tools such as grab bars and shower chairs, and various daily living aids like utensil grips and dressing aids.
Medication reminders are crucial for proper medication management, involving setting up pill organizers, using alarms or apps for timely reminders, monitoring medication schedules, and maintaining communication with healthcare professionals.
Nutrition and special dietary needs require caregivers to prepare and provide meals that meet specific dietary requirements, ensuring individuals receive balanced nutrition and adhere to any prescribed dietary restrictions for their health and well-being.

-NON-MEDICAL ASSISTANCE WITH ACTIVITIES OF DAILY LIVING
-ADAPTIVE EQUIPMENT
-MEDICATION REMINDERS
-NUTRITION AND SPECIAL DIETRY NEEDS

3. HEALTH AND SAFETY
Home safety for caregivers encompasses several key areas to ensure a secure environment for individuals in their care.
Fall prevention strategies are crucial, involving the arrangement of furniture to create clear pathways, securing rugs to prevent slipping, and installing safety rails where necessary.
Infection control is primarily achieved through the implementation of universal precautions, which include using personal protective equipment, properly disposing of waste, and employing sterilization techniques to prevent the spread of pathogens.
Hand washing is emphasized as a fundamental practice for both caregivers and individuals to reduce the risk of infection.
Additionally, caregivers are trained in basic first aid to address minor injuries or medical situations until professional help can be accessed, ensuring immediate care in emergency situations. These practices collectively contribute to maintaining a safe and healthy living environment.

-HOME SAFETY
-FALL PREVENTION
-INFECTION CONTROL USING -UNIVERSAL PRECAUTION
-HAND WASHING
-FIRST AID

4. SERVICE DELIVERY
Observation, reporting, and documentation are key components in caregiving that ensure accurate and timely information is available about an individual’s health and wellbeing. Caregivers are trained to observe changes in physical condition, behavior, and emotional state, and they document these findings comprehensively. This documentation aids in continuous care and facilitates communication between caregivers and health professionals, ensuring that any necessary adjustments to care plans are made swiftly and appropriately.
Assignment and supervision of services involve the careful distribution and oversight of caregiving tasks. Caregivers are assigned specific responsibilities based on the individual’s needs and the caregiver’s skills and experience. Supervision ensures that these services are delivered effectively and safely, maintaining a high standard of care. It also provides a structure for accountability and supports caregivers through guidance and feedback, enhancing the overall quality of care provided.

-OBSERVATION, REPORTING AND DOCUMENTATION
-ASSIGNEMENT AND SUPERVISION OF SERVICES

5. BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT
Communication skills in caregiving involve clear verbal exchanges, attentive listening, and understanding nonverbal cues to effectively interact with individuals and other healthcare professionals.
Behavior management techniques focus on handling various behaviors through strategies like redirection, positive reinforcement, and setting consistent boundaries, essential for individuals with conditions like dementia or mental health issues.
Understanding special needs is crucial for providing tailored care that addresses physical disabilities, mental health conditions, developmental delays, or chronic illnesses, ensuring care practices meet individual needs.
Cultural competence and sensitivity require recognizing and respecting diverse cultural backgrounds, incorporating an understanding of different practices, beliefs, and values into caregiving to ensure respectful and appropriate care.

-COMMUNICATION SKILLS
-BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT TECHNIQUES
-UNDERSTANDING SPECIAL NEEDS
-CULTURAL COMPETENCE AND SENSITIVITY

6. DISASTER AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
Disaster and emergency procedures are essential components of caregiving to ensure safety and quick response during unforeseen events. Caregivers are trained to implement specific protocols that help manage situations such as natural disasters, fires, or medical emergencies efficiently.
An evacuation plan is a predefined method for safely exiting a facility or home in case of emergencies. This plan includes clear routes and designates safe areas, ensuring that both caregivers and those in their care can evacuate quickly and safely.
Emergency response in caregiving involves the immediate actions taken to protect individuals during sudden emergencies, which may include administering first aid, calling emergency services, or executing evacuation procedures.
A continuity of operation plan ensures that essential functions of caregiving can continue during and after a disaster. This plan includes backup systems, alternative communication channels, and the pre-identification of critical resources to maintain the stability and safety of care environments.

-EMERGENCY
-EVACUATION PLAN
-EMERGENCY RESPONSE
-A CONTINUITY OF OPERATION PLAN