Certified Health Care Assistant (CHCA) Course

Certified Healthcare Assistant (CHCA) Course

Overview

The Certified Healthcare Assistant (CHCA) Course is designed to equip students with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills necessary for a career in healthcare. Through 16 detailed modules, this course covers various aspects of healthcare delivery, patient care, and professional ethics, ensuring students are well-prepared for entry-level roles in healthcare settings.

Course Content:

1. Introduction to Healthcare – Provides a foundational understanding of the healthcare system, roles, and responsibilities.
2. Basic Health Care Skills – Introduces essential patient care techniques, including personal hygiene and assistance.
3. Infection Control, Health and Safety – Focuses on preventing infections and maintaining a safe healthcare environment.
4. Patient Communication Skills – Teaches effective communication strategies with patients and healthcare teams.
5. Anatomy and Physiology – Provides a basic understanding of the human body, vital for patient care.
6. Vital Signs Monitoring – Covers how to accurately measure and record patient vital signs.
7. Assisting with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) – Focuses on supporting patients with everyday tasks such as bathing and dressing.
8. Nutrition and Hydration – Teaches the importance of diet and hydration in maintaining health.
9. Medication Management and Administration – Provides an understanding of safe medication administration and management practices.
10. Patient Mobility and Activity – Covers techniques for assisting patients with mobility and physical activity.
11. Reporting and Documentation – Teaches how to accurately report and document patient care.
12. Legal and Ethical Issues – Provides insight into the legal and ethical responsibilities of healthcare assistants.
13. Professional Development – Encourages continuous learning and professional growth within the healthcare field.
14. Emergency Response – Prepares students to respond to medical emergencies efficiently.
15. Mental Health Awareness – Highlights mental health conditions and appropriate care approaches.
16. CPR and First Aid Skills – Teaches critical life-saving skills in emergency situations.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon completing the CHCA course, students will:
– Acquire foundational knowledge of healthcare systems, ethical considerations, anatomy, and infection control.
– Develop practical skills in patient care, including vital signs monitoring, medication management, and assistance with daily living activities.
– Be proficient in patient communication, safety procedures, and emergency response techniques such as CPR and first aid.
– Understand the importance of documentation, legal obligations, and professional development within the healthcare industry.
– Gain specialized knowledge in mental health care and dementia management.

Award/Certification:
– Certified Healthcare Assistant (CHCA)
– Transcript of performance
– Professional Certificate in Mental Health Awareness (MHA)

Program Fee: 200 (£) Pounds