Becoming a certified caregiver can be the most rewarding experience while providing excellent care for our elderly who need extra day-to-day support.
The Assisted Living - Senior Care industry is in high demand of quality caregivers to meet the ongoing needs of our seniors as they age.
As a certified caregiver, you are fostering a personal connection that brings value and purpose.
If you are compassionate, dependable, and have the willingness to learn; Caregiving is the career for you!
You can make a difference by becoming a Certified Caregiver!
Our Training Programs
1
Certified Caregiver Training
Requirements
Cost: $665.00
62 hrs of required training on 14 modules.
Cost includes Instruction, training materials and final proctored exam.
Attendance is mandatory for all scheduled classes. (Fri, Sat, Sun x 2 weekends)
Proctored exam is administered by D&S Headmaster
2
CNA/LNA Bridge
Training
Requirements
Cost: $365.00
Must have an active AZ CNA/LNA certificate/license to be eligible for the bridge course.
16 hrs required training
Cost includes instruction, curriculum and proctored exam.
Generally class dates are scheduled during 2nd weekend of the Certified Caregiver dates. (Fri, Sat and Sun)
Proctored exam is administered by D&S Headmaster
3
DSW Bridge
Training
Requirements
Cost: $365.00
Must have DSW certificates which can be verified through AZ AHCCC's.
16 hrs required training.
Cost includes instruction, curriculum and proctored exam.
Generally class dates are scheduled during 2nd weekend of the scheduled Certified Caregiver dates (Fri, Sat and Sun)
Proctored exam is administered by D&S Headmaster
Upcoming Classes
NOVEMBER 2024 CLASS SCHEDULE:
(Two weekend attendance is required for Certified Caregiver Students)
All classes are Fri – Sun; 9a-5p
*Fri: 11/15/2024
*Sat: 11/16/2024
*Sun: 11/17/2024
AND
*Fri: 11/22/2024
*Sat: 11/23/2024
*Sun: 11/24/2024
FEBRUARY 2025 CLASS SCHEDULE
(Two weekend attendance is required for Certified Caregiver Students)
All classes are Fri - Sun; 9a-5p
* Fri: Jan 31, 2025
* Sat: Feb 1, 2025
*Sun: Feb 2, 2025
AND
*Fri: Feb 7, 2025
*Sat: Feb 8, 2025
*Sun: Feb 9, 2025
(Certified Caregiver and CNA-Bridge class will not be offered in December 2024 or January 2025)
CNA/LNA Bridge and DSW Bridge Classes are scheduled on an as needed basis or integrated in the 2ND weekend of CG class.
Please send an email swctiaz@gmail.com or text 928-446-0896
EXCITING NEWS:
Now offering:
Training workshops in Teepa Snow Positive Approach to Care (PAC) which teach skills/techniques in working with people living with dementia. Perfect for Managers, caregivers, family members who provide care for those living w/dementia For more information on the PAC training please call 928-446-0896.
Contact
Southwest Caregiver Training Institute, LLC
Owner: Georganne Erickson
For additional information please call, text (preferred) or email.
(928) 446-0896