Certification: Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA)

7007 College Blvd. Suite 705 Overland Park , KS 66211

Certified Home Health Aides support individuals in the comfort of their own homes. Their responsibilities typically include assisting with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, and meal preparation, monitoring and recording vital signs, medication management, and offering emotional support to clients. CHHAs are highly valued for their dedication, compassion, and ability to maintain the dignity and independence of their clients, making it a truly rewarding profession. With the aging population and the growing demand for in-home care, CHHAs play a crucial role in ensuring the well-being of vulnerable individuals, making this certification an essential and respected asset in the healthcare workforce.
More information about this certification

More than two years of education or training after high school required?
No
More than two years of work experience required?
Yes
Oral or Written Exam Required?
Yes
Renewal Required?
Every 1 Year(s)
Renew through Continuing Educational Units(CEU)?
Yes
Renew through Re-Examination?
No
Renew through Continuing Professional Development(CPD)?
No
Does applicant have choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)?
No

Core

  1. The certification does not have a minimum education level or has an education level below a two-year Associates of Arts or Associates of Sciences degree and the certification does not have a minimum requirement for work experience or requires two or less years of work experience.
  2. The certification has an education level of an Associates of Arts or Associates of Sciences degree or higher, but has a work experience requirement of less than 2 years of work experience.
  3. The certification has a work experience requirement of more than 2 years but does not require a two-year Associates of Arts or Associates of Sciences degree.

  • This certification is considered in demand.