Eastern Shore E.P.O.P.S. Program
Eastern Shore E.P.O.P.S. or Elder POPulation Simulation program (formally known as ASST) is based on the success of the GAIT (Geriatric Assessment Interdisciplinary Team) model.
Eastern Shore E.P.O.P.S. or Elder POPulation Simulation program (formally known as ASST) is based on the success of the GAIT (Geriatric Assessment Interdisciplinary Team) model.
ESAHEC offers Community Health Worker Training accredited by the Maryland Department of Health which requires 100 hours of coursework and 40 hours of field practicum experience.
The program goal is to establish partnerships with high schools/ teachers to promote interest in careers in healthcare by presenting programs to high school science classes grades 9- 12.
EARN Maryland is a state-funded, competitive workforce development grant program that is industry-led
The Age Simulation course introduces students to the aging process and how it can impair senses overtime. The instructor uses simulation glasses, hearing impairment ear plugs, dried beans in shoes and surgical gloves for arthritis. Our programs also allow students to tour medical stimulation labs at local colleges.
regional in focus, and a proven strategy for helping businesses cultivate the skilled workforce they need to compete. It is flexible and innovative, designed to ensure that Maryland employers have the talent they need to compete and grow in an ever-changing 21st century economy.
EARN Maryland aims to
How Does EARN Maryland Work?
EARN Maryland invests in strategic industry partnerships from key economic sectors in every region. These partnerships will use the power of coordination across education, workforce and economic development initiatives to address the multiple needs of companies, starting with the training of skilled workers. Once formed, the partnerships will develop plans to train and educate workers – and place them in meaningful employment.
Eastern Shore Area Health Education Center (ESAHEC)collaborates with the three local colleges on the Eastern Shore, Cecil, Chesapeake, and Wor-Wic for the EARN Ready to Care partnership. This partnership is responsible for training and placing Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) throughout the Eastern Shore.
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The E.P.O.P.S. program is a hands-on workshop utilizing props, individual and group activities, and discussions to promote understanding, empathy, and sensitivity to the sensory losses of the elderly. Over the past 17 years, this program has offered more than 90 sessions with 1,869 participants trained. For more information or to book an E.P.O.P.S training session please email the Education Program Manager Jessica Ransome at jransome@esahec.org.