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)