Community Caregiver
Certificate of Achievement Gerontology · Chaffey College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Description
The Community Caregiver certificate prepares students for employment as a formal caregiver in a variety of settings, including residential care facilities, adult day care, and home care. The certificate also prepares students for informal caregiving of family members and other older adults. Community caregivers provide direct care to persons with chronic conditions, disabilities, and/or dementia and also to other individuals who need non-medical personal care including assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon the successful completion of this program, students should be able to:
- Explain how cultural ethnic, racial, gender, and social class diversity as well as disability and dementia affect aging.
- Demonstrate the personal care and communication skills necessary for working in the patient's home, assisted living, independent living, and hospice environments.
- Demonstrate appropriate skills to assist patients in attaining and maintaining independence.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Requirements for the Certificate of Achievement (CA): | 12 | |
| GERO 11 | Introduction to Gerontology | 3 |
| GERO 22 | Dying and Death | 3 |
| GERO 400 | Principles of Caregiving: Older Adults and Their Care | 3 |
| GERO 455 | Resources and Services for Older Adults | 3 |
| Total | 12 | |
Other Information
Health and Wellness
Local Program (Major) Code: B232
Program Control Number: 36475
TOP Code: 1309.00*
CIP Code: 19.0702