HOME HEALTH AIDE
Prepare for a career in caretaking with Indian River State College’s home health aide program for Certified Nursing Assistants. In just one month, you can learn the skills to work in home health care.
AT THE RIVER, YOU…
- Will meet the educational requirements set by the Florida Department of Education Curriculum Framework to become professionally certified as a home health aide in the state.
- Can complete your home health aide training in just one month, putting you on the fast track to a new or advanced career.
- Can join the Health Occupations Students of America, where you can develop the personal and professional skills needed in healthcare.
AVAILABLE PROGRAM
Home Health Aide
Career and Technical Education Programs
Credits or Hours: 165
You will need to complete an advising session and additional steps before you can be admitted to this program. Download the application booklet for more information. You will need to be at least 18 years old by the time you complete the course.
As a home health aide, you can be part of the team that provides essential services to patients as they regain their independence at home.
In this program, you will learn the skills you need to be a successful and compassionate home health aide, including observation, record keeping, and supporting daily needs such as nutrition, household management and safety.
This program is ideal for certified nursing assistants (CNAs) who want to expand their skills and credentials.
Additional Information:
- Home Health Aide Application Book
- Home Health Aide Program Expenses
- Home Health Aide Brochure
- Health Science Physical Examination and Immunization Form
- Background Check and Drug Screening Requirements
- Home Health Aide Student Handbook
- School of Nursing Division Handbook
- Post Exposure Protocol
- CPR Training
- Report Accident (Incident) Form
- AG Student Accident Claim Form
- Liability/Accident Insurance Coverage
- Insurance Procedures
- Allied Health Program Overview
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
At Indian River State College, our students who study Home Health Aide can go into these careers:
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