Allied Medical & Health Services, Inc.

HHA (Home Health Aid)

COURSE OBJECTIVE:

Home Health Aide course is a continuing education for CNA that will prepare the student for employment in a Home Health Agency or Health Care Registry. Emphasis is on Care of patients in home setting dealing with psychosocial needs of patients and members of their household. This 40 hour course is an upgrade credited as 26 Continuing Education units for CNA, or other Nursing and Allied Health licenses. CNA state license must be current to receive and maintain HHA license from the DHS (Department of Health Services) after completion of the program.

Job Opportunities:

Home Health Agencies
Nursing Registries
Independent Contract - Home Care (private duty)
In-Home Care Agencies

PREREQUISITES:

Current and valid CNA/Nursing License

REQUIREMENTS:

CNA completion/certificate
CPR "C" Card/BLS
Medical Clearance (PE & TB)

Training Period:

HHA 201	1week (5days) 40 hours
	Mon to Fri 7am to 5pm
HHA 202	2 1/2 weeks (5days) 40 hours
	Sat & Sun 7am to 5pm
HHA 203	2 weeks (10 days) 40 hours
	Mon thru Fri 4pm to 8pm

Note: HHA Manual and handouts provided by the school. Textbook is not required.