Home Health Aide Program

At the Chuck Shaw Technical Education Center, the student is introduced to the concept of patient management in the home which includes physical comfort and safety, nutrition, and legal and ethical responsibilities.

The Purpose of Home Care

One of the most important reasons for offering health care in the home is that most people who are ill or disabled feel more comfortable at home. Health care in familiar surroundings improves mental and physical well-being. It has proven to be a major factor in the healing process.

Where do HHA’s Work?

• Private clients
• Hospitals
• Home Health Care Agencies
• Hospice Sites
• Assisted Living Facilities
• Long Term Care Facilities
• Nursing Homes

Day Sections - Room 123

The HHA Course Consists of 2 Required Sections

First Cohort - Fall

HSC0003A Basic Healthcare Worker
Daytime 8:00 - 1:00
Dates 8/17/23 - 9/19/23
90 Program Hours

HCP0330 Home Health Aide
Daytime 8:00 - 1:00
Dates 9/20/23 - 10/17/23
75 Program Hours

Second Cohort - Fall 

HSC0003A Basic Healthcare Worker
Daytime 8:00 - 1:00
Dates 10/18/23 - 11/27/23
90 Program Hours

HCP0330 Home Health Aide
Daytime 8:00 - 1:00
Dates 11/28/23 - 12/21/23
75 Program Hours

Tuition Includes

Registration Fee, Books, Fingerprinting, Scrubs, Physical Assessment Kit, CPR

Total Hours - 165
Please call for tuition information.
Tuition is subject to change

A Combination Class

The Chuck Shaw Technical Education Center’s Home Health Aide Program integrates medical theory with skills-based, practical training.
This course will combine three different classes:

• Basic Healthcare Worker
• Home Health Aide
• English for Speakers of Other Languages Classes (ESOL)

What Do Home Health Aides Do?

Home Health Aides (HHA) help the disabled and those with chronic illnesses perform activities of daily living. They often care for older adults who need assistance and are the “foot soldiers” of any team that provides direct personal care.

Typical Job Duties Include

• Assist client with daily personal tasks, like bathing or dressing
• Shop for groceries and prepare meals per the client’s dietary specifications
• Arrange transportation for medical visits and other outings
• Help schedule appointments
• Housekeeping and laundry

Prerequisites for the HHA Course

Level of English equivalent to level 5, 6 or 7 of English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)

First Cohort - Winter

HSC0003A Basic Healthcare Worker
Daytime 8:00 - 1:00
Dates 1/22/24 - 2/21/24
90 Program Hours

HCP0330 Home Health Aide
Daytime 8:00 - 1:00
Dates 2/22/24 - 3/27/24
75 Program Hours

Second Cohort - Winter

HSC0003A Basic Healthcare Worker
Daytime 8:00 - 1:00
Dates 4/1/24 - 5/1/24
90 Program Hours

HCP0330 Home Health Aide
Daytime 8:00 - 1:00
Dates 5/2/24 - 5/29/24
75 Program Hours