EARN A CERTIFICATE IN 14 WEEKS!
This entry-level certificate program is designed to prepare individuals to enter the workforce and provides the skills necessary to move upward in the healthcare field.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Personal Care Aides (PCAs) assist consumers who are sick, injured, mentally or physically disabled, elderly and/or frail. They work in the home and help their clients with daily activities, such as bathing and bathroom functions, feeding, grooming, taking medication, and some housework. PCAs help clients make and keep appointments with doctors, provide or arrange transportation, make and serve meals, make sure clients take their medicine and provide companionship.
PROGRAM INFORMATION
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FREE training program that includes three noncredit classes
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Noncredit classes are zero units and tuition-free
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Includes local employer visits and job referrals
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No textbook needed - course materials are provided
- Students who successfully complete required courses earn a Certificate of Completion
SPRING/INTERSESSION 2025 SCHEDULE
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Course # |
Course Name |
CRN |
Dates |
Days |
Time |
Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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ALH A001N |
Personal Care Aide I - Knowledge, Attitudes & Skills |
44617 |
February 4 - March 20 |
Tues/Thurs |
5:30 pm - 7:50 pm |
ALH SCI 202 + Hybrid* |
|
ALH A002N |
Personal Care Aide II - Person-Centered Care |
44618 | March 25 - May 2 |
Tues/Thurs |
5:30 pm - 8:20 pm |
ALH SCI 202 + Hybrid* |
|
ALH A009N |
Personal Care Aide: Caregiving Skills to Assist Clients with Alzheimer's & Dementia |
44619 |
May 6 - May 29 |
Tues/Thurs |
5:30 pm - 7:35 pm |
ALH SCI 202 + Hybrid* |
* SCHEDULE NOTE:
Classes meet in-person on Thursday and Live Online via Zoom on Tuesday.
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Visit the online Course Catalog for course descriptions.
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this information, however, we encourage students to review the online class schedule for the most updated information: www.orangecoastcollege.edu/classschedule
INSTRUCTOR CONTACT INFORMATION:
Raenie Kane
Email: rkane2@cccd.edu
@occadulteducation