CERTIFIED HOME HEALTH AIDE (CHHA)
Course Duration: 60 Hours of Theoretical Instruction and 16 Hours of Hands-On Clinical Practice
Partners in HomeCare Services (PIHCS) is now accepting students for our Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) Program. This 76-hour program offers a flexible, hybrid learning format that allows you to complete 60 hours of self-paced online instruction, followed by 16 hours of hands-on clinical training at one of two convenient locations. The course is designed to be completed within 3 to 6 weeks. Upon completion of the program, including a proctored exam and clinical practice, students will receive a Certificate of Course Completion.
Key Learning Outcomes
Throughout the CHHA program, you’ll engage in both theoretical and practical clinical training, focusing on critical areas such as:
- Comprehensive Patient Care: Learn to provide compassionate care to individuals in their homes, including assisting with daily activities, personal hygiene, and medication reminders.
- Effective Communication and Collaboration: Develop essential communication skills for interacting with clients, their families, and healthcare professionals with professionalism and empathy.
- Infection Control and Safety Practices: Understand how to maintain a safe and clean environment for clients, implement infection control measures, and ensure proper safety protocols are followed.
- Legal and Ethical Considerations: Gain knowledge of the legal and ethical responsibilities of a CHHA, including client confidentiality, professional boundaries, and adhering to state and federal regulations.
Certification and Licensing Support
At Partners in HomeCare Services, we go beyond training by providing valuable support to help you through the licensing process. We assist students with completing and submitting their CHHA application and ensuring that all necessary documentation is submitted, maximizing the chances of obtaining certification from the state board. While we provide detailed guidance, please note that licensing is ultimately determined by the state, and our focus is on delivering accredited coursework and preparing you for the state exam, supervised by a certified RN.