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    Cape Cod Community College
    • 2240 Iyannough Road, Hyannis, MA 02668
    • 508-375-5013
    • Vocational Skills Training
    Direct Care Worker
    Program activities:

    This course gives an overview of the variety of human service career paths and theoretical approaches used in the field. History and current trends are examined as well as working with culturally diverse populations. Special emphasis is centered around working with developmentally disabled populations. Students are provided with a sampling of the skills, ethical values, and helping process used in the field.

    This course provides training for students to recognize the mental impact of the social and economic environment on clients. Students receive training and related certification in Mental Health First Aid, CPR/First Aid and MAP (Medication Administration Program).

    Program is offered in: English
    Participant demographics:

    Unemployed, underemployed, marginalized populations

    Anticipated number of SNAP participants per year: 3
    Total hours: 10
    Information About Program Hours: Weekly hours comprised of 8 program hours + 2 hours of homework
    Program duration: 16 weeks
    Rolling Admission: No
    Number of cycles: 1
    Sample schedule:
    HoursActivity TypeMonTueWedThuFriSatSun
    6:00pm-9:00pmLive Instruction✓✓✓
    Is the program offered remotely? Yes
    Is public transportation available? Yes

    Location information:

    Cape Cod Community College, Hyannis Center, 540 Main Street, Hyannis, MA 02601Access to public transportation is available.
    Additional information about location:

    Location of in-person labs: Cape Cod Community College, Hyannis Center, 540 Main Street, Hyannis, MA 02601.

    Program requirements: Immunizations/Health Records
    Program is CORI friendly? No
    Anticipated outcomes: Mental health First Aid, CPR/First Aid, Medication Administration Program, Cape Cod Community College Certificate of Completion
    Other outcomes: Stackable Credential(s)

    Participant Supports:

    Participant Support CategoryAs neededAll participants
    DTA SNAP Child Care Referral✓
    Test/License Fees✓
    Books/Supplies✓
    Loaner laptop✓
    DTA SNAP Transportation Support ✓
    Are there any out of pocket expenses for the participant? No
    Do participants receive any pay? Not applicable

    Contact Information

    Program Liaison: Steve McLeod
    Telephone: 508-375-5004
    Email: smcleod@capecod.edu
    Program code: CCC-IH-VT-DCP
    ABAWD Qualifying? No