Home Health Aide (HHA) Certification Program

Total Hours: 80 (50 Theory + 30 Lab) Format: Combination of Online Learning & In-Person Skills Training The CaresLink Home Health Aide Certification Program prepares you to become a compassionate, skilled, and job-ready HHA in Florida. Designed to meet state requirements, this program blends online interactive coursework with hands-on, in-person training to give you the knowledge, skills, and confidence to excel in home health care. What You’ll Learn Our curriculum covers every essential aspect of the HHA role, from basic care to advanced patient safety, ensuring you are work-ready upon completion. Online Learning (Theory Hours) Delivered through CaresLink’s easy-to-access online platform, these courses allow you to learn at your own pace while mastering the fundamentals of home health care: Introduction to HHA & Role of an HHA – Understanding your responsibilities and scope of practice (HHA 100). Verbal & Written Communications – Communicating effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams (HHA 101 – theory portion). Safety in the Home Health Environment – Preventing hazards and ensuring patient well-being (HHA 102). Laws & Ethical Standards for Home Health Aides – Legal and ethical guidelines for quality care (HHA 103). HIV/AIDS Education – Understanding transmission, prevention, and patient care (HAE 100). CPR – Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (Theory) – Life-saving principles before hands-on practice (CPR 100 – theory portion). Physical Comfort and Patient Safety – Comfort measures, mobility assistance, and injury prevention (HHA 104 – theory portion). Infectious Control Procedures (Theory) – Infection prevention and handling contaminated materials (HHA 105 – theory portion). Patient Care Procedures, Sanitation & Emergency Procedures (Theory) – Safe handling of emergencies and maintaining cleanliness (HHA 106 – theory portion). Nutrition – Dietary needs, meal planning, and feeding assistance (HHA 107 – theory portion). Home Health Aide Care – Comprehensive patient care strategies in home settings (HHA 108 – theory portion). In-Person Skills Training (Lab Hours) Hands-on learning is completed at an approved training site, where you will work directly with instructors to develop practical skills: Communication Practice – Role-playing patient and family interactions (HHA 101 – lab). CPR Certification – Performing chest compressions, rescue breathing, and AED use (CPR 100 – lab). Physical Comfort & Safety Skills – Safe lifting, transfers, and positioning techniques (HHA 104 – lab). Infection Control Techniques – Proper handwashing, PPE use, and sanitization (HHA 105 – lab). Patient Care Procedures – Bathing, grooming, toileting, and mobility support (HHA 106 – lab). Nutrition & Feeding Skills – Preparing and serving meals, feeding assistance (HHA 107 – lab). Home Health Aide Care Practice – Simulated home care situations (HHA 108 – lab). Why Choose CaresLink’s HHA Program? Meets Florida State Requirements – 80 total hours with the perfect blend of theory and practice. Flexible Online Access – Learn core theory from anywhere. Hands-On Skills Labs – Practice essential caregiving skills in person. Career-Ready Preparation – Gain the knowledge and confidence to begin working as an HHA immediately after certification.