Service Description

The 75-hour HCA certification course at Acaasa Academy [a computer with audio/video capability is required, mobile devices are not recommended] 1. Orientation & Safety - 5 Hours: This initial segment is crucial for establishing foundational knowledge and safety protocols required before trainees can engage in direct caregiving. It is divided into: - Orientation (2 Hours): Conducted via ZOOM:, this session introduces trainees to the program's structure, ethical guidelines, and overall expectations of their roles as Home Care Aides. - Safety Training (3 Hours): Also delivered virtually, this training covers essential safety procedures, including emergency response, infection control, and accident prevention, to ensure the well-being of both caregivers and clients. 2. Population Specific Training - 16 Hours: Tailored to equip caregivers with specialized skills to care for specific client groups, this training includes: - Mental Health Specialty, Level 1: Capable Caregiving for Mental Wellness (8 Hours): Focused on providing care for clients with mental health issues, this module covers techniques for effective communication, crisis management, and promoting mental health stability. - Dementia Specialty: Dementia Capable Caregiver, Level 1 (8 Hours): Dedicated to dementia care, this module teaches caregivers about the nuances of dementia, managing challenging behaviors, and creating a supportive environment for clients with dementia. 3. Core Basic Training - 54 Hours: The bulk of the training involves comprehensive instruction and practical skills development in caregiving: - Fundamentals of Caregiving & Enhancements (38 Hours): This extensive virtual training covers a wide range of topics necessary for daily caregiving tasks, including person-centered care, nutrition management, medication handling, and more. - Hands-on Skills Practice (16 Hours): Conducted over two days in a skills lab, trainees apply their learned skills in practical settings to solidify their ability to perform caregiving tasks confidently and competently. Upon completion of these modules, participants will be thoroughly prepared with the knowledge and skills essential for effective home care assistance. They will be ready to pass the Washington State Department of Health Home Care Aide certification knowledge and skills exams and become licensed.

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