Burlington County

Certified Homemaker Health Aide (for CNA Applicants)

Provided by BCIT Adult Education

The CHHA provides essential support and compassionate care for individuals in their own homes.. CHHHAs play a crucial role in improving patient quality of life while working under the direct supervision of a registered nurse. -Personal Care: Assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility. -Homemaking Services: Providing essential household support, including shopping, errands, laundry, meal planning and preparation (including therapeutic diets), and serving meals. -Childcare: May include providing basic childcare support to family members of the patient. -Legal Framework: Operates within the scope of practice defined by N.J.A.C. 13:37-6.2, the regulations governing home health aides in New Jersey. -Patient-Centered Care: Focuses on providing compassionate and personalized care that enables individuals to maintain their independence and quality of life in their own homes. -Essential Support: Provides crucial assistance with daily living tasks, allowing individuals to remain safely and comfortably at home. -Important Role in Healthcare: CHHHAs play a vital role in the healthcare system, providing essential support to individuals who require assistance with daily living activities. By providing essential support and compassionate care, CHHHAs play a crucial role in improving the quality of life for individuals in need.

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Program Information

  • Apprenticeship: No
  • Requires/Includes Externship/Internship: No
  • Eligible for Credential: Yes
  • Duration: N/A
  • In-Person/Virtual: IP
  • Category: Workforce Training

Occupation Details - Home Health and Personal Care Aides

  • Median Salary: $33,530
  • Median Hourly Pay: $16.12
  • Number of Jobs (2023): 3,961,900
  • Job Outlook (2023-2033): 21%
  • Employment Change (2023-2033): 820,500
Source: Occupational employment data and wage estimates are sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook (OOH). Latest data available as of May 2023. For the most current information, visit bls.gov/ooh.

Provider Information - BCIT Adult Education

BCIT Adult Education programs prepare adolescents and adults of Burlington County: -To respond to societal needs through the development of career and technical education programs reflecting the technological advances of greater community while meeting the needs of both adolescents and adult learners -To provide programs enabling all students to become productive, self-fulfilled, life-long learners -To support community-wide social, cultural, counseling and career and technical education training programs, while jointly developing apprenticeship and occupational training programs with local businesses, industries, and educational institutions.

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