HLTH5110 - Adult Residential Care Home (ARCH) Modules
Course Description
Adult Residential Care Home (ARCH) program provides participants basic knowledge about geriatric diseases, preparation of special diets, fulfillment of existing orders and therapies, and behavior management. Participants also acquire simple accounting skills, an understanding of the Department of Health rules and regulations governing ARCH. The program consists of three in a single track of courses that include ARCH Module 12- 14.
Course Outline
Adult Residential Care Home (ARCH) program provides participants basic knowledge about geriatric diseases, preparation of special diets, fulfillment of existing orders and therapies, and behavior management. Participants also acquire simple accounting skills, an understanding of the Department of Health rules and regulations governing ARCH. The program consists of three in a single track of courses that include ARCH Module 12- 14.
Learner Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:
- Function as a member of the Adult Residential Care Home team providing safe and effective personal care to the residents.
- Distinguish resident's needs based on physical and cognitive changes associated with the aging process.
- Apply federal, state and local health and safety regulations.
- Recall the legal and ethical responsibilities of the Adult Residential Care Home Primary Caregiver.
Notes
For information or assistance on:
- On-line registration or general registration and payment call 808-455-0477 or email: workdev@hawaii.edu
- Financial assistance, program advising, or attending an information session, please complete the online inquiry form and an advisor will contact you.
- Click here to learn more about financial assistance and student support resources.
Coordinator: Patrick Leddy
Workforce Development Coordinator
psleddy@hawaii.edu
Prerequisites
- Resident of the State of Hawai'i.
- Twenty-one (21) years old or older.
- Completion of a State of Hawai`i CNA Program (valid if the program was taken within the last 5 years) OR a copy of your CURRENT CNA (Certified Nurse Aide) card administered by the American Red Cross or Prometric AND have at least one (1) year of work experience as a Certified Nurse Aide or equivalent as an employee in a state licensed care facility; or a state licensed LPN, RN or Physician.
- Copy of your photo ID.