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Introducing the Caribbean Health e-Learning Portal: Your Gateway to Online Training 

Welcome to the Caribbean Health e-Learning Portal, developed by the Caribbean Training and Education Center for Health (C-TECH) in partnership with the Ministry of Health and Wellness (MOHW) in Jamaica and the International Training and Education Center for Health (I-TECH) to bring you online education. 

 

With generous funding from PEPFAR, our blended online learning offers a wide range of courses on HIV care and treatment, specifically tailored for clinicians and healthcare teams. Our mission is to enhance the skills and knowledge of the Jamaican health workforce, particularly in providing care for key populations affected by HIV. 

 

Embark on a journey of professional growth and development and expand your knowledge, enhance your skills, and make a difference in the lives of those affected by HIV. For more information visit the links below or email us at lms@ctech-caribbean.org. Our team is here to support your learning journey and answer any questions you may have. 

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Self-Enroll Courses

The following self-enrolled online courses are available (starting January 1, 2024) for you to complete.

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Registration Required

Courses include:
Telehealth in HIV Care and Treatment, Implementation of the Chronic Care Model, Mental Health Support and Crisis Intervention.
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Community Forum

This community and support forum contains digital health resources to guide the design, implementation and monitoring of digital health solutions implemented by C-TECH.
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Care and Treatment for Ageing PLHIVs

This interactive and self-paced workshop aims to enhance your knowledge and skills in providing mental health support to individuals in crisis.
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Telehealth in HIV Care and Treatment

This course is designed to support the implementation of telemedicine across HIV treatment sites in Jamaica, empowering healthcare professionals to deliver exceptional care remotely.
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Viral Load Education & Counseling

This module will provide an overview of the course and review the requirements for successful completion.
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Joining Forces to Tackle NCDs!

Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) and the Caribbean Training and Education Center for Health (C-TECH) team of Consultants had a fruitful meeting with Dr. Hon. Christopher Tufton, Minister of Health and Wellness, on July 14, 2023. Joined by his NCD team at the Ministry of Health and Wellness, we discussed the Caribbean Development Bank funded Caribbean Moves project. This initiative aims to improve the health of the Caribbean region and combat non-communicable diseases. Stay tuned for updates on our collaborative efforts!

A stressful work environment can contribute to several health issues both mentally and physically, these may include headache, insomnia, stomach-aches, anxiety, difficulty concentrating high blood pressure, and a weakened immune system. 

It is important then that we take meaningful steps to ensure that we are manging our own personal space to avoid some of these issues. Our assumption, perception and expectation affect how we react to others and life situations and ultimately how we view how jobs. When assumption, expectations and perceptions are not met, we respond through our thought’s feelings and behaviours. It is important to practice positive thinking as our thoughts affects how we feel, and our feelings affects how we behave.

Here are some tips to help you with your work environment:

  • Seek for clarity instead of trying to convince yourself of what others are thinking
  • Refrain from personalisation, not everything mentioned is a direct attack on you
  • Invest in self care
  • Set limits
  • Proper nutrition
  • Connect with people

We often here people expressing how stressed they are feeling or how over worked they are, not having enough time to do the things they like such as spending time with friend and families or even a few self-care activities. We have watch families suffer due to long working hours as well as our jobs due to loss of interest and enthusiasm resulting from burnout. 

When workers are balanced and happy, they are more productive, take fewer sick days, and are more likely to stay in their jobs.

Here is how you can accomplish work life balance

At work    

  • Set manageable goals each day. 
  • Be efficient with your time at work. 
  • Take five. 
  • Communicate effectively.
  • Give yourself a break. 

         At Home

  • Don’t over commit. 
  • Get support. 
  • Stay active. 
  • Treat your body right. 
  • Get help if you need it. 

Tameca Dempster-Mattocks is an accomplished Associate Counseling Psychologist and Financial Counsellor, holding an M.Sc. Degree in Counselling and Social Work from Mico University College, along with multiple certifications in mental health from the University of Washington.

 

Currently, she holds the positions of Regional Psychologist – NERHA and Mental Health Program Coordinator at the Caribbean Training & Education Center for Health (C-TECH). Tameca has successfully managed regional mental health projects, overseeing and leading impactful initiatives that positively influence the mental well-being of individuals in the region. 

 

With a passion for community service, Tameca actively contributes to various private and charitable organizations, dedicating her time as a volunteer to support community members and at-risk youth.

Contact us for mental health support services

Telephone #: 8764161449

Email: wellness@ctech-caribbean.org