# Caregiving Essentials (Noncredit Certificate of Completion)

Chaffey College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Gerontology

Source: https://chaffey.curriqunet.com/catalog/iq/19210/20265/18867/20092/18970

### Description

The Caregiving Essentials Certificate provides students with the foundational skills needed to serve as an informal caregiver of family members and/or other older adults. Students also gain a competent understanding of the critical concepts and resources essential to caregiving. This certificate also prepares students for employment as a formal caregiver in a variety of settings, including residential care facilities, adult day care, and home care.

### Program Learning Outcomes

Upon the successful completion of this program, students should be able to:

1.  Demonstrate the necessary understanding and skills necessary to assist community-dwelling and institutionalized individuals in attaining and maintaining independence.
2.  Demonstrate the personal care and communication skills necessary for working in the patient's home, assisted living, independent living, and hospice environments.
3.  Identify and analyze key community-level programs and services for older adults, as well as the potential barriers that may preclude utilization.

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Requirements for the Noncredit Certificate of Completion (NCCL):** | | 128-144 |
| GERO 600 | Principles of Caregiving: Older Adults and Their Care | 48-54 |
| GERO 655 | Resources and Services for Older Adults | 80-90 |
| **Total** | | **128-144** |

### Other Information

Health and Wellness

Local Program (Major) Code: O230

Program Control Number: 37985

TOP Code: 1309.00\*

CIP Code: 19.0702