Description
Certified Home Health Aides support individuals in the comfort of their own homes. Their responsibilities typically include assisting with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, and meal preparation, monitoring and recording vital signs, medication management, and offering emotional support to clients. CHHAs are highly valued for their dedication, compassion, and ability to maintain the dignity and independence of their clients, making it a truly rewarding profession. With the aging population and the growing demand for in-home care, CHHAs play a crucial role in ensuring the well-being of vulnerable individuals, making this certification an essential and respected asset in the healthcare workforce.
Details
If significant education or training is needed? No
If significant work experience is needed? Yes
Is an exam required? Yes
How many years until certification must be renewed? 1 year(s)
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Yes
Certification can be renewed with re-examination? No
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? No
Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? No
Related Programs
13 Home Health Aide programs on Career School App.
Home Health Aide
Diploma
Duration
2 Weeks
75 clock hours
Tuition
$460 for the Program
Home Health Aide
Diploma
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Rolling enrollment
Tuition
$350 for the Program
Home Health Aide
Certificate
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Rolling enrollment
Tuition
$482 for the Program
Caregiver
Certificate
Fort Collins Administrative Campus
Next start
Rolling enrollment
Tuition
$585 for the Program
Home Health Aide
Diploma
Next start
Rolling enrollment
Duration
12 Months
765 clock hours; 17 semester credits
Tuition
$1,064 for the Program
Personal Caregiver
Certificate
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Rolling enrollment
Duration
6 Months
180 clock hours; 4 semester credits
Tuition
$499 for the Program
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