HLTH 1090 - Personal Care Aide

The Personal Care Aide (PCA) training will prepare students to provide non-medical support services in the homecare and long term care environment. Learn the core competencies to provide care and comfort of disabled, elderly, and chronically ill patients. The course provides behavioral interventions and proactive strategies to assist in daily activities, personal hygiene, and communication with individuals and their families.

Location: L
Credits: 3.5
Classroom Lecture Hours: 38
Lab Hours: 45