Home Health Aide

This course is designed to prepare students to assist people in their homes with activities of daily living. It includes classroom, laboratory, and clinical/home care-related experiences. Specific training in Alzheimer’s care and assisting with medical self-administration is provided. This course will provide you with the advanced knowledge and skill set necessary to perform physical comfort and safety, infection control, and nutrition in the home setting.

Why Become a Home Health Aide?

Home health aide is an occupation of growing need. The need for this role is only expected to continue to grow through 2031 according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Faster than the average for all occupations:

  • Fast Job Growth – Home Health Aide is one of the fastest-growing healthcare careers, with strong job security.
  • Diverse Work Settings – Have more flexibility in your schedule and work directly from patients homes.
  • Meaningful Patient Interaction – Assist patients with medical procedures, vital signs, and overall healthcare needs.
  • Pathway to Career Advancement – Home Health Aide provides a strong foundation for career growth in nursing, healthcare administration, and other medical fields.

Program Benefits

  • Accelerated Training – Get Career-ready in only 50 course hours.
  • Flexible Scheduling – Day, evening, and weekend classes available.
  • Experienced Instructors – Learn from industry professionals who bring real-world expertise.
  • Job Placement Assistance – We help you connect with dental offices hiring in your area.
  • Affordable Tuition & Payment Plans – Get quality education without the burden of student debt.

What You’ll Learn

Monitor Patient's Condition

Monitors patient condition by observing physical and mental condition, intake and output, and exercise.

Provide For Patient's Needs

Supports patients by providing housekeeping and laundry services; shopping for food and other household requirements; preparing and serving meals and snacks; running errands.

Assist With Patients Personal Hygiene

Assists patients by providing personal services, such as, bathing, dressing, and grooming.

Help With Patient's Mobility

Helps patients care for themselves by teaching use of cane or walker, special utensils to eat, special techniques and equipment for personal hygiene.

Instruct Family Members on Patient Care

Helps family members care for the patient by teaching appropriate ways to lift, turn, and re-position the patient; advising on nutrition, cleanliness, and housekeeping.

Learn How to Maintain a Safe Environment

Maintains a safe, secure, and healthy patient environment by following asepses standards and procedures; maintaining security precautions; following prescribed dietary requirements and nutrition standards.