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White Dove CHHA Training Academy

Start Your Healthcare Career with Confidence

New Jersey Board of Nursing–Approved Certified Homemaker-Home Health Aide Training Program

Compassionate care begins with quality education. Learn from experienced nursing professionals in a supportive, hands-on learning environment.

  • 76-Hour Program
  • RN-Led Training
  • Hands-On Clinical Skills
  • BLS/CPR Included
A home health aide providing gentle, hands-on personal care to a smiling senior

Your Journey Into Healthcare Starts Here

At White Dove CHHA Training Academy, we believe that exceptional caregivers are developed through quality education, compassionate mentorship, and practical experience.

Our New Jersey Board of Nursing–approved Certified Homemaker-Home Health Aide (CHHA) training program prepares aspiring caregivers with the essential knowledge, practical skills, and confidence needed to provide safe, compassionate, and professional care in the home.

As an academy founded by experienced nursing professionals and supported by White Dove Health Agency, we understand the importance of preparing caregivers for the real-world responsibilities of home care.

Whether you are beginning a new career, returning to the workforce, or pursuing a meaningful opportunity to make a difference, White Dove CHHA Training Academy is here to support your journey.

Our mission is simple: to educate, empower, and inspire the next generation of compassionate home health aides.

Learn From Nurses Who Know Home Care

1

Experienced RN Instructors

Learn from nursing professionals with real-world patient care experience.

2

Hands-On Skills Training

Practice essential caregiving skills in a supervised learning environment.

3

BLS/CPR Training Included

American Heart Association Basic Life Support training is part of the program.

4

Career-Focused Education

Build practical skills for providing professional, compassionate home care.

Comprehensive 76-Hour CHHA Training

Our Certified Homemaker-Home Health Aide training program combines classroom instruction with supervised practical training to help students develop the knowledge and skills needed for home-based personal care.

Classroom
60 hrs
Clinical / Practical
16 hrs
Total Training
76 hrs

60 hours of classroom instruction cover patient care, communication, infection prevention, safety, and professional responsibilities. 16 hours of supervised clinical/practical training let you practice personal care and home health aide skills under qualified nursing supervision.

A caregiver safely assisting a senior who walks with a walker through her home

What You Will Learn

  • The role and responsibilities of a Certified Homemaker-Home Health Aide
  • Infection prevention and control
  • Hand hygiene and personal protective equipment
  • Assisting with bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting
  • Safe transfers, positioning, and mobility assistance
  • Fall prevention and home safety
  • Nutrition, hydration, and feeding assistance
  • Observation, reporting, and documentation
  • Communication and patient rights
  • Caring for older adults and individuals with physical limitations
  • Recognizing and reporting changes in a client’s condition
  • Professional ethics, confidentiality, and compassionate care

Our goal is to prepare students not only to complete the training program successfully but also to deliver care with competence, dignity, and professionalism.

Four Steps to Your CHHA Certification Path

  1. 01

    Contact the Academy

    Call or submit an enrollment inquiry to learn about upcoming classes and available seats.

  2. 02

    Complete Enrollment Requirements

    Submit the required registration information and identification documents, and review the academy’s enrollment policies.

  3. 03

    Attend Training

    Participate in classroom instruction, practical training, and required evaluations.

  4. 04

    Complete the Certification Process

    After successfully meeting program requirements, students receive guidance on the applicable New Jersey Board of Nursing certification application process. Certification is issued by the Board, subject to its requirements.

What You’ll Need

Please have the following ready as you enroll and apply for certification:

  • An actual 2″ × 2″ color passport photograph (available at CVS, Walgreens, or Walmart)
  • Birth certificate
  • Marriage certificate, if your last name has changed since birth
  • New Jersey Board of Nursing certification application fee of $80 (subject to confirmation)
  • Applicable background check and fingerprinting requirements

The Board of Nursing application fee is paid to the State of New Jersey and is separate from the academy. Contact us for current class dates and full admission details.

Questions From Future Students

No previous healthcare experience is generally necessary to begin CHHA training. Students must meet the academy’s enrollment requirements and applicable New Jersey Board of Nursing requirements.
The program consists of 76 training hours: 60 hours of classroom instruction and 16 hours of supervised practical training. The calendar duration depends on the class schedule.
Yes. American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) training is included in the program.
Successful program completion is an important step. Students must also satisfy applicable New Jersey Board of Nursing certification requirements. Graduation does not automatically guarantee certification.
No employment guarantee is offered. The academy prepares students with skills relevant to home care employment and can provide information about career opportunities.

Take the First Step Toward a Rewarding Healthcare Career

Ask about upcoming classes and registration — our academy team will follow up with you directly.

Your information is kept private and only used to contact you about the academy.

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