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Continued Education at Steadfast Care Services
At Steadfast Care Services, our commitment to providing an RN-led care starts with the continuous growth of our team. We believe that a highly trained caregiver is a confident and compassionate one.
This page serves as a curated resource for our staff to access accredited, state-recognized, and clinical-level training. Ranging from advanced dementia certifications to behavioral health and infection control. By prioritizing specialized education and Massachusetts-funded workforce development, we ensure our team stays at the forefront of home care innovation, providing your loved ones with the expert support they deserve.
Why Education Matters at Steadfast
- Career Growth: Providing our CNAs and HHAs with pathways to professional advancement.
- Clinical Integrity: Training modules vetted by our RN leadership.
- Specialized Expertise: Advanced tracks in Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and ABA.
Introduction to Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Foundation and Framework
Hosted by The Bridge Training Institute, this intensive clinical framework course teaches strategies for emotional regulation and crisis management. It is highly beneficial for caregivers working with complex mental health needs or behavioral care cases.
Link: Register via The Bridge Training Institute
Date: June 5, 2026
Cost: Under $50
Person-Centered Dementia Care (Train-the-Trainer)
This comprehensive certification program covers the Habilitation Therapy model, a non-pharmacological approach to dementia care. The curriculum focuses on maintaining a patient’s independence and dignity by focusing on their remaining abilities rather than their deficits. It includes modules on communication, environmental adjustments, and managing behavioral symptoms through person-centered techniques.
Link: Dementia Care Train-the-Trainer Details
Date: June 9 & 10, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM (Must attend both)
Deadline: Register by May 27, 2026
Cost: Check for subsidized slots, standard rate vary.
May Institute: ABA & Behavioral Intervention Modules
Provided by the May Institute, this training series introduces caregivers to the fundamentals of Applied Behavior Analysis. The modules focus on evidence-based strategies for supporting individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities. Key topics include social communication techniques and managing challenging behaviors in a home or community setting.
Link: May Institute Virtual Trainings
Date: Recurring / On-demand options in Spring 2026
Cost: Many foundational modules are free or low-cost.
Focus: Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) for autism and severe challenging behaviors.
DLS Healthcare Safety: Preventing Workplace Heat Stress
This state-level safety seminar, hosted by the Massachusetts Department of Labor Standards, provides official compliance training on heat-related illness prevention. It focuses on identifying clinical symptoms of heat stress and deploying immediate intervention strategies for elderly or vulnerable clients during summer months.
Link: Register via Mass.gov Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development
Date: June 9, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Cost: Free
Brain Health and Aging: Understanding Dementia Diagnostics
Presented by the Massachusetts Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (MADRC) and hosted by Honoring Choices Massachusetts, this seminar breaks down the clinical boundaries between normal age-related forgetfulness and early-stage dementia. Caregivers learn how clinical diagnoses are determined and what proactive interventions support cognitive longevity.
Link: Register via Honoring Choices Massachusetts
Date: June 18, 2026 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Cost: Free
PHCAST (Personal and Home Care Aide State Training)
This state-sanctioned, self-paced curriculum provides a comprehensive foundation for home-based care in Massachusetts. The training covers essential competencies including infection control, household management, nutrition, and personal care. It is the recognized baseline for professional home care aides across the Commonwealth.
Link: Mass.gov PHCAST Online Training
Availability: Ongoing / Self-Paced
Focus: Housekeeping, personal care, and infection control.
TEAM UP Foundational Community Health Worker E-Course
This comprehensive, multi-week foundational training series is approved by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health. It offers a deep dive into care coordination, chronic disease management support, and integrated health delivery for frontline healthcare professionals.
Link: Register via TEAM UP Scaling and Sustainability Center
Date: Begins June 19, 2026
Cost: Free
MD-Staff Healthcare Regional Forum (Boston Cohort)
This collaborative, full-day educational forum connects healthcare managers, clinical leaders, and direct care professionals with industry experts. Sessions focus on standardizing provider communication, streamlined credentialing protocols, and elevating performance metrics in client delivery systems.
Link: Register via MD-Staff Regional Forums
Date: June 25 – 26, 2026
Cost: Free
Full-Day Virtual Independent Living and Care Support Training
A comprehensive, full-day virtual training intensive hosted by the Massachusetts Assisted Living Association (Mass-ALA). The curriculum focuses on regulatory compliance, safeguarding resident and client independence, and updated standards of personal care coordination.
Link: Register via Mass-ALA Events Calendar
Dates: June 2, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 3:45 PM
Cost: Low-cost member options available
CDC Training: Infection Control (Project Firstline)
Developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, this training provides the latest evidence-based protocols for infection prevention. Participants learn the science of germ transmission, the correct use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and environmental cleaning standards. The modules are designed to be concise and applicable to real-world caregiving scenarios.
Link: CDC Project Firstline Training
Availability: On-demand
Focus: PPE, germ transmission, and environmental cleaning.