Personal and Home Care Aide

This course prepares the student to provide personal care to individuals in their homes and for employment in home care agencies and assisted living facilities. Instruction includes the role of the personal and home care aide or caregiver and procedures for assisting clients in performing their activities of daily living. Topics include communication, basic nursing skills, home safety, infection control, use of adaptive equipment, basic nutrition and meal preparation. Maintaining a clean, safe environment, emergency procedures, and workplace skills are integrated throughout the course. (FT)