Companion Extraordinaire strives to prioritize the safety of our employees and clients. Here at Companion Extraordinaire, we have a COVID-19 Task Force in place that meets regularly to assure our business is keeping up to date on the newest information available for COVID-19 and to ensure we are abiding by all CDC guidelines set forth for healthcare.
Learn more about Companion Extraordinaire, our professional training center and a rewarding career in health care by taking a look at the two videos below.
We are excited to offer a new ESL/PCA for the Hispanic Community. Find the listing with details under our class descriptions below.
Let Dawn Benninghove, founder of Companion Extraordinaire, take you on a tour of the Training Center and introduce you to our Home Care Heroes.
Meet Ann Pryer, RN and Staff Development Coordinator. Learn about our existing and upcoming classes and changes in hybrid learning structure that streamline your success.
Our courses are approved by the Department of Medical Assistance Services and held in a friendly, professional
classroom setting. Our small class sizes ensure one-on-one interaction with your instructor. Classes are geared for
real-time demonstration and hands-on role-playing which we have found beneficial for quick comprehension and
long-term retention for industry professionals.
Learn how to provide basic patient care under the direction of a nursing staff. Assist patients with daily activities including feeding, bathing, dressing, grooming, mobility, changing linens, and taking medication.
Do you meet the DMAS requirements for a free ESL/PCA training course? Grant recipients must be 18 years or older; must be able to read and write in English to the degree necessary to perform the tasks expected; must be able to perform the tasks required; and must be able to pass a PCA course with a score of 80% or higher. Watch the video at right to learn about job opportunities. Download the brochure below and learn how to enroll.
PEOPLE ARE TALKING
”I can’t thank you enough for the greatest experience of my life. Every instructor did an outstanding job. The graduation was very touching. I know my daddy is very proud. He was my first inspiration through his illness.“
“The whole staff has been amazing. Carol and Ann are the best teachers ever. They are all very kind and understanding.”
“CENN is a good environment for learning.”
“Yall are so nice and understanding. Ya’ll really take your time to make sure we understand everything.”
“I loved every part of the class. Everything was hands on.”
“I loved the hands on training and extra support with the testing questions.”
“I really felt good about the class and the positive atmosphere.”
“I really enjoyed the class—especially the teacher and my classmates.”
We strive to enhance the quality of life for both seniors and their families in every caregiving experience we provide.
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