A total of 107 persons from Region Two (Essequibo Islands-West Demerara) on Tuesday graduated from the Ministry of Health’s Patient Care Assistant (PCA) and Community Health Workers (CHW) Training Programme, marking another milestone in the Government’s efforts to strengthen healthcare delivery at the community level.
The graduation ceremony, held at the Anna Regina Multilateral School, celebrated the achievements of 59 Patient Care Assistants and 48 Community Health Workers who successfully completed their respective training programmes. These graduates are now equipped with the knowledge, practical skills, and professional competencies needed to support quality healthcare services across the region.
The training programmes were designed to enhance patient-centered care, improve community outreach, and bolster frontline health services. Graduates received instruction in areas including basic clinical care, infection prevention and control, patient support, health promotion, and community engagement.
Officials from the Ministry of Health commended the graduates for their dedication and resilience throughout the training period, noting that their contribution will be vital in strengthening service delivery at health posts, health centres, and hospitals throughout Region Two.
Health Minister, Dr Frank Anthony, congratulated the graduands on the successful completion of their training programmes and commended the tutors for their dedication and commitment to imparting knowledge and skills to the students.
He explained that the Ministry of Health has been actively developing clear care pathways, enabling individuals to be trained, equipped, and progress across various areas within the health sector.
“Previously, it was challenging for Patient Care Assistants or Community Health Workers to transition into other programmes such as nursing. We have changed that. No one should remain stagnant at one level, we want to make access to education easier and progression more attainable,” Dr Anthony said.
The Minister also highlighted the Ministry’s hybrid training programmes, which allow theoretical components to be delivered virtually while practical training is conducted in person. He noted that this platform currently supports the training of close to 800 participants, expanding access to education while maintaining high training standards.
The Ministry of Health reaffirmed its commitment to investing in human resources for health, emphasising that programmes such as these play a critical role in expanding access to healthcare, improving patient outcomes, and ensuring that communities receive timely and compassionate care.
With the addition of these newly trained PCAs and CHWs, Region Two is expected to benefit from improved healthcare coverage, enhanced community-based services, and a more responsive health system aligned with national health priorities.
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