Our Home Health Aide course at College of the Desert (COD) builds on your Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training and prepares you to provide compassionate, professional care for clients in their homes. Upon successful completion, you'll earn a Certified Home Health Aide Certificate, approved by the Department of Public Health.
If you still have questions after reading through the materials below, please feel free to contact the Health Science/Nursing Office at (760) 773-2578 or nursinginfo@collegeofthedesert.edu
All requirements will be reviewed during orientation, and deadlines will be issued. Valid requirements must be completed by the first day of class to participate in clinical rotations.
DO NOT SUBMIT FOR SCREENING EARLY. INSTRUCTION WILL BE GIVEN DURING ORIENTATION.
Background check and drug screening must be completed within 30 days before the first class meeting. Students must clear both screenings, no exceptions.
A Live Scan will be completed during the first class meeting for registered students.
January 5th, 2026 - January 15th, 2026
Please note that the costs are estimated. Depending on insurance coverage and financial assistance, costs may vary. The total cost of the program is estimated at $593.00. Click here for a detailed list of associated costs.
This program is approved by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH)
CA Dept. of Public Health
PO BOX 997416, MS 3301
Sacramento, CA 95899-7377