Home Health Aide

The Home Health Aide training course shows students how to help the elderly, the disabled and people with health issues maintain their quality of life and independence at home. Graduates of the Home Health Aide (HHA) program will be prepared with professional-level knowledge.

The Home Health Aide Program (75 clock hour) focuses on the theory and laboratory skills that are part of the role of an HHA professional. Students are prepared in the following areas: verbal and written communications, domestic violence, ethical standards, maintaining a clean and healthy environment, personal care procedures, as well as CPR and HIV/OSHA certification. Students have 17 hour of lab to practice, demonstrate and perform procedures associated with bedside client care.

Through this program you will learn:

• Verbal and written communication
• Principles of infection control
• Legal and ethical responsibilities
• Home health care laboratory & services
• Physical comfort and safety functions
• HIV/AIDS education
• Principles of nutrition
• Cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CPR)

Start working quickly. Upon completion of the program, the student will receive a diploma. The student may be working as Home Health Aide as soon as the Diploma is received.

Frequent starts. Classes start every month.

School of Distinction. ACTIVA Training Center has been recognized by ACCSC as a 2024 ACCSC School of Distinction.

Programs are available for individuals' seeking self-improvement and career development. The school welcomes applicants from all cultural, racial, religious, and ethnic backgrounds. Applicants will be enrolled upon full compliance with the requirements outlined in the catalog: a High School Diploma, GED certificate or its recognized equivalent, age 18 or older, a copy of photo identification, the non-refundable registration fee and signed admission documentation.

Duration. 75 clock hours; HHA Program Duration: 2 or 4 Weeks.

Sessions. Programs are offered in morning and evening sessions: Morning Session 8:30 am to 1:30 pm (Monday through Friday); Evening Session 5:30 pm to 10:30 pm (Monday through Friday).

Start dates. Classes start every month. Upcoming classes on the 2026 calendar: October 26 – November 6, 2026; November 9 – November 20, 2026; November 23 – December 4, 2026; December 7 – December 18, 2026.

Program cost.

• Tuition $460.00
• Registration Fee (non-refundable) $30.00
• Books & Supplies $60.00
• Any Other Costs: N/A

Total Program Cost: $550.00.

Payment options. Students' ineligible for federal financial aid must pay their tuition and fees in full before enrolling. ACTIVA Training Center accepts payment in full on or before the first day of class, or installment plans with a down payment made on or before the first day of class. ACTIVA accepts Cash, Checks, Money Orders, Zelle, Cash App, MasterCard, Visa, or other major credit cards. The Registration fee is due at the time of signing the Enrollment Agreement.

Federal financial aid. The school's 2026 Cost of Attendance disclosure for federal aid covers only the Professional Nursing Program; no federal aid is listed for this program. ACTIVA Training Center's federal school code is 043165.

Students may begin working in their field of training as soon as a diploma is received. Upon completion of the program, HHA graduates must successfully pass Fingerprinting and Level 2 Background Check required by the AHCA (Agency for Health Care Administration). Level of Occupation: Entry Level.

Outcomes. 2025 ACCSC Annual Report (cohort 3/24 to 2/25): graduation rate 100% (1246/1246) and employment rate 73% (908/1246).

Upon successful completion of this program, the School will assist each graduate with job placement; however, the School does not guarantee employment.

Facilities. ACTIVA Training Center main building has around 5000 sq./ft. of air-conditioned school facility space, including large classrooms offices, laboratories, resource center, conference room and bathrooms. Parking space is also available for the students, faculty, and staff. The building has access for people with physical disabilities, including a fully operational elevator. The satellite location is in the southwest corner of 107th Avenue and Flagler Street in Sweetwater, Florida; the facility consists of two units (20 and 21) with three classrooms, three restroom areas, an open administration office, a library, and a student room.

Library and educational resources. The library has current text materials, diagnostic training documents, reference materials, major and current titles in program areas, and reference databases. ACTIVA Training Center is a member of the Library Information Resources Network (LIRN). A professionally trained librarian is a staff member. The library is open Monday – Friday, 9:00 am - 10:00 pm and Saturdays 9:00 am – 2:00 pm.

Language. All courses, textbooks, exams, and other written materials are presented only in English; however, class delivery may be bilingual (English and Spanish). Students are encouraged to participate exclusively in English to improve their chances of successfully attaining post-graduation endeavors.