Home Health Aide Crafton - Certificate of Completion

This program map only provides one possible pathway for degree and/or certificate obtainment and is for reference only. Please schedule an appointment with a counselor to develop your individualized Student Education Plan.
It is also important to discuss your transfer options with a counselor because each university will require specific courses.
Please be advised: Online courses vary by semester. Refer to the current Class Schedule for accurate online course availability.

This program is approved by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), Licensing and Certification Division. Completion of the program ensures that the student has completed the requirements for certification as a Home Health Aide. Students must successfully complete the non-credit courses HHA 100 and HHA 101 concurrently. A minimum grade of pass in both courses is required.

The pathway below represents an efficient and effective course taking sequence for this program. Individual circumstances might require some changes to this pathway. It is always recommended that you meet with an academic counselor to develop a personalized educational plan.

The courses have been intentionally placed and should be prioritized in the order in which they appear. If you are unable to take all the courses in a semester, you should prioritize enrolling in the courses in the order below.

1. Explain the Federal and State regulations governing home health aides in California.

2. Deliver basic personal care and nutritional services to clients while improving and adapting to the home environment.

3. Apply theoretical concepts learned to interpret medical and social needs of clients in a home care setting.

Program Map

O Available Online
GE General Education
Program Requirement

1st Semester

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Students interested in applying to the Home Health Aide Certificate program must follow the Steps to Enrollment, be 18 years old or older, and attend a mandatory information session. Once provisionally accepted, must attend a mandatory orientation, meet all health requirements, and clear background check. No high school or GED required. Active CA Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification is required unless a recent graduate of the Crafton Hills College CNA program (within 1 month). For more information or questions call ZsaQuita Bender at 909-389-3286 or email cna@craftonhills.edu. 

CNA/N 624
Home Health Aide Theory
This noncredit course focuses on the fundamental principles of basic nursing care necessary to meet the hygiene, comfort, and safety needs of residents. The identification and reporting of resident abuse along with development of skills in communication and interpersonal relations will be discussed. The role of the CNA as part of the health care team and practice of skills to pass the state certification exam are highlighted. The course follows the guidelines established by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH). Successful completion of the course does not ensure certification, which is obtained through the CDPH. Application and related forms are provided at the information session.

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    CNA/N 625
    Home Health Aide Skills Lab
    Skills practical lab for the home health aide student. Practice fundamental skills needed to assist clients in a home care setting

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    CNA/N 626
    Home Health Aide Clinical
    This noncredit course focuses on the application of the fundamental principles of basic nursing care necessary to meet the hygiene, comfort, and safety needs of residents in the home. The identification and reporting of resident abuse along with development of skills in communication and interpersonal relations will be discussed. The role of the HHA as part of the health care team and practice of skills to safely function independently in the home environment are highlighted. The course follows the guidelines established by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH). Successful completion of the course does not ensure certification, which is obtained through the CDPH. Application and related forms are provided at the information session.

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