This course is intended as a self-study course for those interested in exploring a career as a Home Health Aide or Personal Care Aide.
Foundations for Assisting in Home Care
Foundations for Assisting in Home Care
Instructors: Erin O'Hara-Leslie
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There are 13 modules in this course
Contains the syllabus, grading and logistics, and references
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1 video8 readings
Introduction to Home Health Care
What's included
14 readings1 assignment
Human Needs, Culture & Diversity, Communication Skills, Developing a Therapeutic Relationship, Patients' Rights
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74 readings1 assignment
Working with the Elderly
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27 readings1 assignment
Working with Children
What's included
31 readings1 assignment
Working with People Who Are Mentally Ill
What's included
18 readings1 assignment
Working with People with Developmental Disabilities
What's included
30 readings1 assignment
Working with People with Physical Disabilities
What's included
12 readings1 assignment
What's included
1 video50 readings1 assignment
What's included
12 readings1 assignment
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2 videos17 readings1 assignment
What's included
27 readings1 assignment
What's included
28 videos72 readings1 assignment
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TJ
5
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2021
This was a very good course. The course provide all the skill and information needed to ensure the care of any patient,
CH
5
Reviewed on Jul 14, 2019
Terrific course. Material covers a wide range of topics. I highly recommend taking this course for all home health care professionals.
AF
5
Reviewed on Aug 31, 2023
Enjoyed doing this course gain a lot of knowledge which will assist me taking care of my uncle and may use to turn into a career in the near future.
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