Personal Care Aide Transition to Home Health Aide

The Personal Care Aide Transition to Home Health Aide (PCA to HHA) program is designed for certified Personal Care Aides who wish to upgrade their skills and credentials to become Home Health Aides. This transition course focuses on the additional competencies required by the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) to perform more advanced client care duties in home healthcare environments.

Students will receive supplemental training in areas such as basic healthcare procedures, infection control, vital sign measurement, nutrition, and emergency response. The program combines classroom instruction and hands-on lab practice to ensure competency and confidence in performing HHA-level tasks. Upon successful completion, graduates are eligible for entry in the New York State Home Care Registry as Home Health Aides.

What you will learn in this course:

Note: An HHA may work as a PCA; however, a PCA cannot work as an HHA.

Cost Includes full training, books and training supplies.