2026 Home Health Training Program Application

Hudson Valley Hospice Home Health Aide Training

Hudson Valley Hospice is offering a New York State Home Health Aide Training and Certification program for those who qualify with no cost to the student! We will be holding different training classes, depending on your current certification, all held at our Poughkeepsie office (374 Violet Ave). We have a three-week intensive training course for those with no prior certifications, a PCA to HHA upgrade (five day conversion class), and a CNA to HHA upgrade (two-day conversion class):

* Participants will not be paid for attending the class. Completion of the program does not guarantee employment.

2026 HHA Training Program Class Schedule - all times are 8:30am-4:30pm for classes:

• January 5th - 9th (PCA to HHA Upgrade)
• February 2nd - 18th (Full HHA Course Program)
• March 3rd - 4th (CNA to HHA Upgrade)
• May 4th - 20th (Full HHA Course Program)
• June 15th - 19th (PCA to HHA Upgrade)
• July 8th - 9th (CNA to HHA Upgrade)
• August 3rd - 19th (Full HHA Course Program)
• September 14th-18th (PCA to HHA Upgrade)
• October 7th - 8th (CNA to HHA Upgrade)
• November 2nd - 18th (Full HHA Course Program)

During each training program, you will learn the necessary skills to care for patients and support their loved ones, emerging with a portable skill that is in critical need throughout our country. Upon completion of the HHA Program and passing the exam, you will receive your HHA certification. If you feel this is the right fit for you and meet the following criteria, apply to our program today!!

What you will do as a Home Health Aide:

• Complete Home Health Aide duties following established plan of care. This may consist of toileting, bathing, repositioning, transferring, feeding and any other ADL (activities of daily living) that are outlined by the RN.
• May provide 24-hour continuous care for patient/families in their home, as needed.
• Report changes in the client/patient's condition to family members, nurses, or doctors.
• Maintain adequate records of all patient/family care services by documenting in the patient chart.
• Offer companionship, helping clients/patients maintain social connections, and encouraging participation in activities to reduce feelings of isolation.
• Ensure clients/patients take prescribed medications at the right times.
• Complete required competencies, infection control and in-services to maintain HHA Certification.

Qualities needed as a Home Health Aide:

• Dependability/Reliability
• Compassion & Empathy
• Attention to Detail
• Professionalism
• Physical Stamina & Strength
• Strong Communication Skills

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Valid Driver's License with Reliable transportation and be comfortable driving from one patient home to another
• Ability to lift at least 40 pounds
• Flu Shot (when in season)

The completion of the HHA Program does not guarantee employment. If you are interested in working with Hudson Valley Hospice after successful completion of the program, please inquire about opportunities!