NCAA 110: Introduction to Home Health Caregiving | West Valley College

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NCAA 110: Introduction to Home Health Caregiving

Course Description

This course introduces students to the roles and responsibilities of a home health aide. Students have an opportunity to explore workplace safety, infection control, and basic caregiving principles through lectures, discussions, and interactive assignments. Ethical and professional standards, as well as cultural, social, and family dynamics, are examined to prepare students for real-world caregiving scenarios. The course provides foundational knowledge and builds critical thinking skills.  

Units: 0

  • Non-Credit
  • Not transferable

Course Details

  • Grade Options: Satisfactory Progress
  • In-Class Lecture Hours: 48 – 54
  • In-Class Lab Hours: 0
  • Retake Policy: This is a noncredit course. Students can re-enroll as many times as necessary to achieve satisfactory progress.

Requisites and Advisories

  • Prerequisites: None
  • Co-Requisites: None
  • Advisory: None

Transfer Details

  • CSU/UC: Not transferable
Last Updated 6/30/26