Principal of the Barbados Community College, Annette Alleyne (left), and Director, Sagicor Financial, Dr. Jeannine Comma, following the signing of the MOU. (Photo compliments the Barbados Government Information Service)
By Guest Article on Monday, 17 August, 2020 at 02:35 PM
The Barbados Community College (BCC), in partnership with Sagicor Life Inc., has launched its Nursing Auxiliary Studies Programme.
The joint venture, which falls under the BCC’s Bachelor in Nursing programme, will allow for the training of auxiliary nurses for employment at the Estates at St. George, a community development conceived by Sagicor Life Inc. for retirees, persons looking to live a more maintenance-free lifestyle, and for young adults planning for the future.
The experience will enable the Nursing Auxiliary, under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, to provide basic nursing care and assist older adult clients in maintaining an active lifestyle. The ultimate aim is to elevate the overall standard of elder care in Barbados.
The programme started on Tuesday August 4, will run for six months and is open to persons 17 years and over.
Minister of Education, Technological and Vocational Training, Santia Bradshaw attended the launch.