Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA)
Become a Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) in New Jersey with ACE Healthcare Training Institute
If you want a career where you can make a direct, positive difference in people’s lives, becoming
a Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) is one of the most rewarding paths in healthcare. CHHAs
provide essential care to patients in their homes, helping them maintain comfort, dignity, and
independence.
At ACE Healthcare Training Institute (ACEHTI), our state-approved CHHA program
equips you with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to deliver compassionate care in a home
setting. Whether you are starting your healthcare journey or expanding your CNA skills,
ACEHTI’s CHHA training will prepare you for success.
Accreditations
State of New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services
4-11 Week Course
76 hours
In-Person
The program is offered
in both Dover & Union campuses
What is a CHHA?
A Certified Home Health Aide assists patients with activities of daily living and basic health-related tasks under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). Unlike facility-based healthcare workers, CHHAs often work one-on-one with patients in their homes, allowing for more personalized care and deeper relationships.
Common CHHA responsibilities include:
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Assisting with bathing, grooming, and dressing
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Helping with mobility and light exercise routines
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Monitoring vital signs and reporting changes to a nurse
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Providing companionship and emotional support
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Preparing meals and assisting with feeding
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Performing light housekeeping tasks to maintain a safe environment
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Following care plans developed by healthcare professionals
CHHAs work in home healthcare agencies, hospice programs, private residences, and community-based care organizations.
Why Become a CHHA in New Jersey?
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Short training period — get certified in as little as 3–4 weeks
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High demand — New Jersey ranks among the top states for home healthcare needs
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Flexible work schedules — full-time, part-time, and live-in positions available
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Deeply personal work — build strong connections with patients and their families
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Career advancement — CHHA certification can lead to roles like Certified Medication Aide (CMA) or Patient Care Technician (PCT)
CHHA Salary & Job Outlook in New Jersey
CHHAs in New Jersey earn an average salary of $30,180 per year, with opportunities for higher
pay through live-in or private care assignments.
According to state workforce data, home health aide employment is expected to grow by 22%
through 2032, much faster than average for other occupations. This strong demand ensures stable job opportunities and career longevity for certified CHHAs.
What You’ll Learn at ACEHTI
Our CHHA program blends classroom instruction with hands-on training to prepare you for real-world caregiving. Course topics include:
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Assisting with personal hygiene and grooming
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Safe patient mobility and transfer techniques
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Measuring and recording vital signs
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Infection control and home safety procedures
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Nutrition, meal preparation, and feeding assistance
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Communicating with patients and healthcare teams
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Providing emotional and psychological support
You’ll also gain supervised practical experience to ensure you are confident and competent in
delivering in-home care.
Program Format
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Location: ACEHTI Dover and Union – New Jersey
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Delivery Format: In-Person
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Length: 4-11 Week Course – 76 hours
Why Choose ACEHTI for CHHA Training?
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State-approved program recognized across New Jersey
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Flexible schedules — day, evening, and weekend classes
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Small class sizes for personalized instruction
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Experienced instructors with real-world caregiving expertise
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Affordable tuition with flexible payment options
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Job placement assistance to help you start working right after certification
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Approved by State of New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services
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Candidacy Status with the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools (MSA-CSS) – a mark of educational quality and institutional advancement
Start Your CHHA Career Today
Your future in home healthcare starts here. The need for compassionate, skilled CHHAs is growing— and ACEHTI can help you meet that demand.
Call us: Dover Campus: (973) 366-7171
Union Campus: (908) 851-2700
Visit us: www.acehti.com
Location: Union, NJ
Next CHHA classes starting soon — secure your seat today.
Contact Us to Get Started
Have questions or need help choosing a program? Call our Dover campus at (973) 366-7171 or our Union campus at (908) 851-2700, or fill out the form below to connect with our Admissions Team.