This course is ideal for:

Family caregivers Adult children caring for aging parents Spouses caring for a loved one at home New caregivers who want practical guidance Anyone supporting a loved one with daily care needs

Start Caring with More Confidence

Get the support and guidance you need to care for your loved one more safely at home. This course is designed to help you feel more prepared, more informed, and less overwhelmed in your caregiving journey.

This Course Includes

Easy-to-follow video lessons Practical caregiving guidance Real-world safety tips Knowledge check review Certificate of completion

About the course

Caring for a loved one can feel overwhelming, especially when you want to do everything safely and well. This course was created to give you practical, easy-to-understand guidance on daily care, medication safety, fall prevention, warning signs, and caregiver self-care.

Learn from Dr. Mary

Dr. Mary, PhD, RN, CCM, IQCI, CDP, is a nurse educator and healthcare professional with a passion for helping caregivers feel informed, supported, and empowered. Through BESS Online Academy, she provides practical, compassionate, nurse-led education designed for real-life caregiving situations.

Curriculum

9 Chapters · 12 Lessons

  1. 1

    Chapter 1 — Welcome and Course Introduction

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      Lesson 1: Welcome to the Course

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      Lesson 2: About Dr. Mary and Course Overview

  2. 2

    Chapter 2 — Understanding the Caregiver Role

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      Lesson 3: Understanding Caregiving

  3. 3

    Chapter 3 — Daily Care Basics

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      Lesson 4: Daily Care Basics

  4. 4

    Chapter 4 — Medication Safety

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      Lesson 5: Medication Management and Safety

  5. 5

    Chapter 5 — Keeping the Home Safe

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      Lesson 6: Creating a Safe Home Environment

  6. 6

    Chapter 6 — Warning Signs and When to Get Help

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      Lesson 7: Know When Something Is Wrong

  7. 7

    Chapter 7 — Caring for the Caregiver

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      Lesson 8: Caregiver Self-Care and Burnout Prevention

  8. 8

    Chapter 8 — Knowledge Check

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      Lesson 9: Knowledge Check Part 1

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      Lesson 10: Knowledge Check Part 2

  9. 9

    Chapter 9 — Course Completion

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      Lesson 11: Thank You and Certificate Information

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      Final Quiz

What Learners Will Appreciate

Testimonials 

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“This course made caregiving feel less overwhelming and gave me practical steps I could use right away.”
Monica D.

Alabama

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"Dr. Mary explains things in a warm, clear, and encouraging way that made me feel supported.”
Jackie B.

Family Caregiver

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"I feel more confident caring for my loved one after taking this course."
Jessica L.

Riverdale, GA

Ready to begin?

Take the next step toward safer, more confident caregiving with practical guidance from Dr. Mary and BESS Online Academy.

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