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Accredited by the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians and Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools.

Member of Better Business Bureau, National League for Nursing, and California Association of Private Postsecondary Schools.

Approved by Department of Health Services and Department of Consumer Affairs.

HOME HEALTH AIDE PROGRAM

(a) Intro

The objective of this program is to prepare the student to fulfill requirements for HHA Certification in the State of California which will enable the student to provide nursing care and services to clients in the home health setting.

The NA Training and Certification is a required prerequisite to the HHA course as required by law. Students must submit proof of California State Nurse Assistant Certification/License upon admission.

(b) Admission Requirements

1. Must be at least 16 years old. If 16, with parental consent
2. Current CPR card (BLS Health Care Provider)
3. Have clearance from the Department of Justice
4. Proof of Nurse Assistant State Certification
5. Physical exam and TB test done within the last 6 months. Chest X-ray is needed if tested positive for TB. Chest X-ray report is valid for 2 years.
6. Livescan fingerprinting

(c) Fees

The tuition for the program is $200 plus $95 additional cost (Only for TVC NA students in the last 3 months)

The tuition fee for prospective HHA students (Non-TVC students or TVC students over 3 months) is $250 plus $95 additional cost

Breakdown for Additional Cost:

ID	$10.00
Syllabus	$10.00
Registration (Non-Refundable)	$75.00

Please visit the school or call (310) 834-3065, or email trinityvocationalcenter@yahoo.com for fee information regarding Home Health Aide Program.

*** Payments must be made in cash, credit card, money order, manager’s/cashier’s check. No personal check.

*** Prices subject to change without prior notice.

*** Class schedule subject to change without prior notice depending on class size.

(d) Schedule

20 Hrs. Theory
20 Hrs. Clinical

Can start Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Friday only - 4 days ( 1 month)
Saturday only - 4 days ( 1 month)
Sunday only - 4 days ( 1 month)

Friday and Saturday only - 2 weekends
Saturday and Sunday only - 2 weekends

(e) Course Descriptions

MODULE 1: INTRODUCTION TO AIDE and AGENCY
This module is designed to train the students in basic nursing care performed at home and on how to become efficient caring members of the health care team.

MODULE 2: INTRODUCTION OF MEDICAL and SOCIAL NEEDS of PEOPLE BEING SERVED
This module is designed to familiarize the students with the medical and social needs of the patient, family and caregiver. The students are familiarized with the different problems that arise when the patient’s needs are not met.

MODULE 3: PERSONAL CARE SERVICES
This module is designed to train students in providing personal care services like giving oral hygiene, back rub, and baths (bed, partial, and shower bath).

MODULE 4: NUTRITION
This module is designed to train students in preparing a balanced diet for their patients including factors to take into consideration when purchasing foods.

MODULE 5: CLEANING AND CARE TASKS IN THE HOME
This module is designed to familiarize the students with the tasks that need to be done at the patient’s home.