Free home health aide classes near me

It takes a lot of compassion to care for the elderly, people with disabilities, and individuals with chronic illnesses. Our Home Health Aide training could be a huge step toward a rewarding career helping others maintain their quality of life and independence at home.

Our program is designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge you need to be confident in your ability to take care of patients in their homes. When you choose Ashworth College’s Online HHA Classes, there are no prerequisites to enroll—so you can get started right away and graduate in as few as four months.

Home Health Aide Training Curriculum Online

Our online Home Health Aide Classes are designed to help you take the next steps toward preparing to provide care for the ill, disabled, or elderly in their own homes. Through 4 self-paced online classes, you’ll cover the knowledge and skills necessary to becoming a successful home health aide. Your courses include:

• Safety Issues
• Home Care Fundamentals
• Specialized Care

Learn more about curriculum, tuition, and enrollment requirements

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• Our affordable tuition payment plan options.

• How online education works.

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What you get

• eBook: Being a Caregiver in a Home Setting
• Student Portal dashboard for instant access to lessons and support
• Learning Resource Center online libraries and labs
• ProQuest® digital access to thousands of sources for research
• An active online community of fellow students, staff, and grads

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Job opportunities

As the baby boomer population ages, there will be more and more demand for qualified home health aides who can support elderly and ill patients in their homes. In fact, the U.S. Department of Labor predicts an astonishing 40% growth rate in home health and personal care aide roles by 2026*. That's more than four times the average growth rate for all occupations.

A REWARDING
CAREER

Spend your days helping people maintain their independence and feel safe in their homes.

DEVELOP PRACTICAL SKILLS

Monitor vital signs, collect specimens for testing, assist with dietary and mobility restrictions, and more.

FLEXIBLE
LEARNING

With HHA training online, you can complete classwork from home, whenever works for you.

A REWARDING CAREER

Spend your days helping people maintain their independence and feel safe in their homes.

DEV

ELOP PRACTICAL SKILLS

Monitor vital signs, collect specimens for testing, assist with dietary and mobility restrictions, and more.

FLEXIBLE LEARNING

With HHA training online, you can complete classwork from home, whenever works for you.

Success story

Great things happen when you have the tools to succeed. SEE ALL SUCCESS STORIES

"Being at Ashworth College made me feel a part of something and I really would recommend it for anybody. There is no reason not to go to school, especially with a place like Ashworth, because it’s giving you the opportunity to better yourself and gain a sense of accomplishment."

Susan Donaldson, Career Diploma in Home Health Aide

Frequently asked questions

You may be taking your first steps into higher education. Or you may be considering online study for the first time. Whatever your situation, we're here to guide you through the process and answer any questions you have.

Where do people who have home health aide online training find work?

The specialized skills you will learn in our HHA training online program are in high demand across America. Tens of thousands of people require home health aides—such as people with disabilities, the elderly, and patients who are recovering from illness and injuries. Home health aides work for home health organizations, rehabilitation centers, and home care placement services.

Will Ashworth College provide any career services for me after I complete my HHA training?

All graduates keep access to their accounts on the Ashworth College Central Network, an online toolkit that provides step-by-step guidance through resume templates, cover letters, thank you letters, and more. As a student, you will interact with the Ashworth College Central Network throughout your lessons to make you comfortable with the tools and prepare you to make a good impression on potential employers once you've graduated!

What happens if it takes me longer than four months to complete my HHA training?

We allow you up to one year from the date of your enrollment to complete your Home Health Aide online training. A self-paced, flexible study schedule is one of the many benefits of pursuing your education at Ashworth College.

Related programs

In addition to our HHA training program, we have a number of other programs in healthcare you might benefit from, including:

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State requirements

A career in this field may require you to meet certain licensing, training, and other requirements that can vary by vocation and state. You should check with your state, local government, and/or licensing board to find out which requirements may be applicable in your state. Click here for contact information on state licensing/regulatory boards and certain professional licensing information.

Ashworth College has determined that the curriculum does not meet the educational requirements for licensure or certification in the following states: California, Indiana, Mississippi, New Jersey, New York, and Washington D.C.

*Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Home Health Aides and Personal Care Aides (October 24, 2017)

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