May 05, 2024  
2024-2026 Academic Catalog 
  
2024-2026 Academic Catalog

Home Health Aide, HHA (HHA.SAPP)

Location(s): Main Campus, Online


PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: Our Allied Health program encompasses multiple certification programs to allow students entry into the professional world of health care. Certified Allied Health medical staff are involved in a supportive role with the delivery of health related services under the supervision of physicians and nurses. As health care professionals, certified aides work in the promotion of optimum function and health in the improvement of health related quality of life. As an important component of the health care team, certified aides practice direct contact with patients and clients in nearly all departments and specialties for clinics, hospitals, personal residences, assisted living, or long-term care.Our Allied Health certification programs seek to prepare competent Allied Health medical staff who practice leadership and professionalism across multiple health care settings while collaborating with a variety of licensed medical professionals. We offer flexible course schedules to allow students to maintain a job while studying to achieve their certifications. Students have the opportunity to learn hands on skills in both a state-of-the-art lab and clinical experiences. We are an approved provider for the state of Kansas Department of Aging and Disabilities and upon completion of the course work students may sit for Kansas State certification exams.

Minimum Credit Hours Required for Completion = 2


Required Course (2 Hours)


Notes


* CORE CURRICULUM REQUIREMENT

English, Communications, Mathematics & Statistics, Natural & Physical Sciences, Social & Behavioral Sciences, Arts & Humanities, Student Success, Social Responsibility & Diversity

** REQUIRED PROGRAM COURSE

*** PROGRAM ELECTIVE COURSE

Other courses are subject for approval with submission of Graduation Substitution form.