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Pursuing a credential as a Home Health Aide can open up many rewarding career opportunities in the healthcare industry. Downey Adult School offers a comprehensive certification program that's designed to equip students with the skills necessary to provide excellent patient care. The course covers numerous essential topics, from understanding patient rights and observing ethics in healthcare to conducting appropriate bedside manner. As a Certified Home Health Aide (HHA), you will be relied upon to perform a variety of duties, including monitoring patient medical conditions, helping with daily tasks such as bathing and dressing, and offering emotional support to patients and their families. The role requires high levels of compassion and patience and can be physically demanding, but it's deeply fulfilling to know you're making a difference in people's lives every day. Start your career in home health care with Downey Adult School's robust HHA certification program today.
Organization
Downey Adult School
Downey Adult School
Established in 1940, Downey Adult School is a higher education institution offering a wide range of career technical education programs designed to provide adults with relevant and industry-specific skills. With flexible day, evening, and online classes, the school emphasizes student success through excellent teaching, student externships, and job readiness skills development. It employs approximately 108 staff members to provide accessible and industry-relevant education.
Highlights:
- Offers comprehensive career technical education programs
- Provides flexible day, evening, and online classes
- Focuses on student success and job readiness
- Features unique programs like Massage Therapy and Court Reporting
- Offers a notable 3-4 week hybrid Phlebotomy Technician program with hands-on training
- Accredited by the California Department of Public Health and the Council on Occupational Education (COE)