Choose the training route that matches your needs

EOON Care provides different learning routes for caregiver applicants, practising caregivers and family members. The right route depends on why you are training and how you intend to use the learning.

EOON Care workforce training

For applicants who have passed EOON Care’s interview and verification process, and existing EOON caregivers completing annual refresher training.

This includes the mandatory four-hour EOON Basic Care Training before possible initial deployment and annually thereafter.

Professional caregiver development

For caregivers who want to strengthen their knowledge and practical approach through structured EOON Care modules.

Learning is organised across Core Care Foundation, Professional Care Practice, Safety, Safeguarding and Risk, and Specialist Care.

Family caregiver learning

For family members supporting an older parent or relative at home who want practical guidance, greater confidence and clearer care boundaries.

EOON Care programmes support practical learning and internal workforce development. They are not government-accredited or professionally accredited qualifications. Each programme has its own content, assessment and completion requirements.

Core Care Foundation

Build essential knowledge about caregiving, professional conduct and person-centred support

Who this is for

People beginning their caregiver development
Caregivers who want to strengthen their foundation knowledge
Learners preparing for more advanced EOON Care modules

Modules included

Foundations of Caregiving
Personal Development and Professional Boundaries
Understanding Ageing and the Caregiver’s Duty of Care
Equality, Diversity and Respectful Care
Person-Centred Care: Placing People First

Learning format

Video lessons, supporting workbook activities and a short assessment.

Completion outcome

Learners who meet the programme requirements receive an EOON Care Certificate of Completion – Core Care Foundation.

This is an EOON Care learning outcome and is not a government or professionally accredited qualification.

Professional Care Practice

Develop practical knowledge for respectful, safe and well-documented day-to-day care.

Who this is for

Caregivers who have completed the Core Care Foundation programme
Caregivers with relevant experience who want further development
Learners seeking a more structured approach to everyday care practice

Modules included

Effective Communication in Care
Privacy, Dignity and Respect in Care
Fluids and Nutrition in Elder Care
Mental Health, Dementia and Learning Disabilities
Record Keeping and Reporting in Care

Learning format

Scenario-based video lessons, practical workbook activities, case studies and an assessment.

Completion outcome

Learners who meet the programme requirements receive an EOON Care Certificate of Completion – Professional Care Practice.

This is an EOON Care learning outcome and is not a government or professionally accredited qualification.

Safety, Safeguarding & Risk

Develop essential awareness of safeguarding, workplace safety and common risks affecting care practice.

Who this is for

EOON Care caregivers completing assigned mandatory learning
Caregivers who want to strengthen their safety awareness
Individuals responsible for supporting vulnerable adults
Learners progressing through EOON Care’s development pathway

Modules included

Safeguarding Adults in Care
Safeguarding Children in Care
Basic Life Support Awareness for Caregivers

Online Basic Life Support content provides awareness only and does not replace supervised practical training or competency assessment.

Health and Safety in Care Settings
Confidentiality and Information Handling
Infection Prevention and Control
Fraud Awareness in Care
Food Hygiene for Caregivers
Fire Safety Awareness

Learning format

Short focused video modules, supporting learning activities and knowledge checks. Relevant modules may be repeated as part of EOON Care’s annual workforce refresher requirements.

Completion outcome

Learners who meet the programme requirements receive an EOON Care Certificate of Completion – Safety, Safeguarding and Risk.

This is an EOON Care learning outcome and is not a government or professionally accredited qualification.

“Mandatory” refers to EOON Care’s internal workforce requirements where applicable. It does not mean that the programme is a nationally mandated or accredited qualification.

Specialist Care

Focused learning for caregivers who need additional knowledge in a specific area of care.

Who this is for

Caregivers who have completed relevant foundation learning
Caregivers supporting someone with more complex or changing needs
Family caregivers seeking guidance in a specific area
Learners continuing their professional development

Current specialist module

End of Life Care

This module introduces:

Dignity, comfort and person-centred support
Sensitive communication with the individual and family
Recogn and responding to changing needs
Emotional and cultural considerations
Professional boundaries and appropriate escalation
Working alongside healthcare professionals and family members

Completion outcome

Learners who meet the module requirements receive an EOON Care Certificate of Completion – End of Life Care.

Important clarification

This module provides caregiver education and awareness. It does not qualify a learner to provide clinical or specialist palliative-care interventions.

Small clarification: This is an EOON Care learning outcome and is not a government or professionally accredited qualification.

Care for a Parent at Home

Practical learning for family members supporting an ageing parent or older relative at home in Nigeria.

Who this is for

Family members providing care themselves
Families preparing someone to support an older relative
Relatives living abroad who want to understand what safe care should involve
People who want practical guidance without training for a professional caregiver role

This programme will help you:

Understand the older person’s needs, routines and preferences
Communicate more effectively and respectfully
Support nutrition, hydration, mobility and everyday wellbeing
Maintain dignity, comfort and personal choice
Recognise concerning changes and know when to seek professional help
Understand caregiver responsibilities and boundaries
Feel more confident when discussing and coordinating care

Delivery

The programme is delivered through video learning and a supporting workbook. Access is provided after enrolment and payment confirmation.

Completion outcome

Learners who meet the programme requirements receive an EOON Care Certificate of Completion – Care for a Parent at Home.

Important clarification

This is a family-caregiver education programme. It is not a professional caregiver qualification and does not prepare participants to provide clinical care.

Ask About Family Caregiving Training

Not sure which training programme is right for you?

Tell us whether you are caring for a family member, developing your professional caregiver skills, applying to work with EOON Care or sponsoring another learner. We will explain the relevant training route and enrolment requirements.

Ask About EOON Care Training

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