GLOW College Cloud Campus

Elevate your credentials and stand out from the crowd in the growing need for Caregivers worldwide. First College Course of its kind.

Pre-Requisite: 

• minimum of level 4 based on the Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB)
• hold the equivalent of a North American high school diploma
• training and certification from your home country in a support worker, care aide or healthcare capacity. 
• have a minimum of 6 months of recent and relevant work experience

Please only enroll if you have the above documents to upload during your Orientation week. Those that do not currently meet the above requirements are encouraged to wait until you have such documents before enrolling as a refund is not available once paid.

Course Duration: 4 Weeks
Format: Self-Paced Reading, Online Quizzes, and weekly Virtual Touch Points with a Canadian Instructor.

Course Overview: This comprehensive International Caregiving Certificate course is designed to provide caregivers with a minimum of 6 months relevant experience with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in the international caregiving field. This 4-week online course covers essential topics ranging from the fundamental roles and responsibilities of caregivers to global caregiving standards, cultural competencies as well as international job search and career planning guidance.

Course Features:

• Self-Paced Learning: Access reading materials and quizzes at your convenience, allowing you to learn at your own pace. Pre-Enroll Now and start learning from September 3rd, 2024.
• Virtual Instructor Touch Points: Engage in weekly virtual sessions with experienced instructors to clarify doubts, gain insights, and receive personalized guidance. 

Key Topics Covered:

• Roles and Responsibilities of a Caregiver: Review the core duties and daily tasks involved in caregiving.
• Needs of Care Recipients: Learn to identify and meet the physical, emotional, social, and psychological needs of various populations, including the elderly, disabled, and chronically ill.
• Self-Care for Caregivers: Explore stress management techniques, time management, physical health, and emotional support to maintain your well-being and prevent burnout.
• Global Caregiving Standards: Study international standards and best practices in caregiving to ensure high-quality care across different settings.
• Cultural Competencies: Gain insights into cultural sensitivity and the importance of respecting and honoring cultural diversity in caregiving.
• Ethical Practices: Delve into the ethical and legal considerations in caregiving, including confidentiality, privacy, and the rights of care recipients.
• Career Planning: Receive guidance on career development and planning to work internationally as a qualified caregiver, including tips on job searching, resume building, and interview preparation.
• Reference and Documentation Checks: Benefit from thorough vetting processes to ensure you are well-prepared and recommended for referrals to international caregiving agencies and employers.

Course Outcomes: Upon successful completion of the International Caregiving course, you will be well-prepared to pursue a rewarding career as a professional caregiver. You will have a deep understanding of caregiving fundamentals, advanced self-care techniques, cultural and ethical practices, and the confidence to apply for positions with international caregiving agencies and employers. Graduates will receive a digitally authenticated certificate of completion as well as employment references and referrals strictly based on grading and course outcomes.