Elevate for Humanity Career and Technical Institute provides workforce development and technical training services. Programs, funding eligibility, certification preparation, employer participation, and training availability may vary. Elevate for Humanity does not guarantee employment, certification issuance, wage outcomes, or licensure approval.

Indiana HHA Certification

Home Health Aide — Indiana HHA certification in 4 weeks.

Indiana state HHA certification and CCHW credential for in-home and community care careers. Free with WIOA or Workforce Ready Grant.

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Free with WIOA + WRG
Indiana HHA state cert
CCHW credential
ETPL approved

ETPL Approved

Home Health Aide

Home health aide training for in-home patient care.

4 weeks20–25 hrs/week3 credentialsHybrid

Delivered directly by Elevate for Humanity.

$4,700

WIOA Eligible

Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act — covers tuition for eligible Indiana residents through WorkOne.

Workforce Ready Grant

Indiana state grant covering tuition for high-demand programs. Eligibility determined through WorkOne.

FSSA IMPACT

Indiana Manpower Placement and Comprehensive Training — pays for training at no cost to current SNAP or TANF recipients. Contact FSSA at 800-403-0864 (press 3) or ask your DFR eligibility worker for a referral.

Self-Pay Available

Flexible payment plans, BNPL options, and income-share available.

New Applicant

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Program at a Glance

Answers workforce boards and applicants need before applying.

When do I start?

Rolling enrollment — next cohort date confirmed after application

Day or evening options — monthly cohort start dates

How long does it take?

4 weeks · 20–25 hrs/week

10–15 participants per cohort

What credential do I earn?

Home Health Aide (HHA) Certification — issued by Indiana State Department of Health

What job can I get?

Home Health Aide ($28,000–$35,000)

Indiana

What does it cost?

$4,700

Is funding available?

WIOA, Workforce Ready Grant, FSSA IMPACT for eligible participants

Credentials You Earn

Each credential is issued by its certifying authority upon passing required exams or completing supervised hours — not by Elevate.

Home Health Aide (HHA) Certification

Issued by Indiana State Department of Health — nationally recognized in this field

State-recognized HHA certification required for employment with licensed home health agencies.

Validity: Annual renewal

Certified Community Healthcare Worker (CCHW)

Issued by Indiana State Department of Health — nationally recognized in this field

Community health worker certification for in-home and community care settings.

Validity: 2 years

CPR/AED Certification

Issued by American Heart Association — nationally recognized in this field

BLS-level CPR and AED certification required for all HHA positions.

Validity: 2 years

Full credential disclosure and issuing-authority mapping

Training to Employment Pathway

How this program connects instruction, credentialing, employers, and wages — the sequence workforce boards use to evaluate programs.

Step 1 · Training
4 weeks · Day or evening options — monthly cohort start dates
Step 2 · Credential
Home Health Aide (HHA) Certification (Indiana State Department of Health)
Step 3 · Experience
Hands-on lab and/or clinical or work-based practice
Step 4 · Employer pathway
Introductions to partners including Home health agencies
Step 5 · Entry role & wage
Home Health Aide · $28,000–$35,000
Step 6 · Advancement
Personal Care Assistant ($28,000–$36,000)

Employment is not guaranteed. Outcomes depend on individual performance, credential attainment, and local labor market conditions.

$28,000–$42,000

Typical wage range

80 hrs

Total training hours

3 credentials

Industry recognized

22% (much faster than average)

Job growth (2024)

Aligned with:ETPL Program ID #10004626Indiana HHA Certification StandardsWIOA Title I

Full Workforce Pathway

Built for agency deployment: intake to wage outcome in one system.

Step 1

Eligibility & Intake

Funding and readiness screening to start the right track immediately.

Step 2

Training & Assessments

Structured modules, lessons, and checkpoints in a tracked LMS path.

Step 3

Credential

Industry credential completion plus verifiable training records.

Step 4

Employer Placement

Placement support through named employer partners and matching workflow.

Step 5

Wage Outcome

Target entry wages aligned to $28,000–$42,000.

What You'll Learn

Full curriculum broken down by module. Every topic is covered in class and assessed before you advance.

Infection Control & Safety

·Handwashing and PPE protocols
·Bloodborne pathogen exposure prevention
·Home environment safety assessment
·Emergency action procedures
·OSHA standards for home health

Personal Care Skills

·Bathing and grooming assistance
·Mobility and transfer techniques
·Nutrition and meal preparation
·Medication reminders (not administration)
·Skin care and pressure injury prevention

Vital Signs & Clinical Skills

·Blood pressure measurement
·Pulse and respiration monitoring
·Temperature measurement
·Oxygen saturation basics
·Recognizing and reporting changes in condition

Client Communication & Dignity

·Person-centered care principles
·Communication with clients and families
·Cultural competency in home care
·Maintaining client dignity and privacy
·HIPAA compliance in home settings

Documentation & Compliance

·Care plan documentation
·Incident reporting
·Medication reminder logs
·Agency compliance requirements
·Electronic health record basics

What's Included in This Program

All training components delivered as part of your enrollment

Partner-Delivered Training

Patient Safety & Care

Required

CareerSafe · 2 hours

Patient Safety Certificate

Bloodborne Pathogens Training

Required

Health & Safety Institute · 2 hours

Bloodborne Pathogens Certificate

Included Certifications

CPR/AED Certification

Health & Safety Institute / AHA · 4 hours

Infection Control & Prevention

CareerSafe · 2 hours

How You Can Start

Choose the path that fits your situation.

There's a path to enrollment whether you qualify for funding or not. We'll help you figure out which one.

Lowest Cost Path

Workforce-Funded Training

Must reside in Indiana

Federal and Indiana state workforce funding may cover 100% of tuition, books, and exam fees for eligible Indiana residents. We help you apply for every option you qualify for.

WorkOneWIOATrade ActSNAP E&TJRI

Apply Now — $0 Tuition if Eligible

Free to apply · no payment today · takes 2 minutes

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Self-Pay — All States

$4,700tuition

Enroll immediately without waiting for funding approval. Payment plans, BNPL (Klarna, Afterpay, Zip), and income-share options available.

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Self-pay options

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Adjust your deposit to see weekly payments. BNPL available at checkout.

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Not in Indiana or not currently funding-eligible? Talk to an advisor about self-pay and payment plan options — we'll map the right next step in about 10 minutes.

Next Step

Apply Now Request Information Indiana Career Connect

Start your workforce funding application online at Indiana Career Connect, or visit your nearest WorkOne career center to complete eligibility intake. WorkOne — not your training provider — approves WIOA and Workforce Ready Grant vouchers.

Funding & How to Start

ETPL-listed — workforce funding may cover tuition

Indiana ETPL-listed. FSSA IMPACT and WIOA Title I funding available. WRG eligibility determined by Indiana DWD.

Indiana ETPLWIOAWorkforce Ready GrantFSSA IMPACT

Is this program fundable?

Yes — for eligible Indiana residents

Federal and state workforce programs may cover tuition, tools, and certification fees when you are approved. Eligibility is decided by WorkOne or your workforce agency — not by Elevate for Humanity.

Self-pay option: $4,700 — WIOA and Workforce Ready Grant accepted. Self-pay: $4,700 with payment plans available.

How workforce funding works →

Indiana Career Connect

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How to start the funding process

Go to Indiana Career Connect online or visit your nearest WorkOne career center to begin eligibility intake.

1
Start online at Indiana Career Connect
Create or sign in at Indiana Career Connect and search for "Elevate for Humanity" as your training provider.
2
Or visit your nearest WorkOne career center
WorkOne staff complete the WIOA and Workforce Ready Grant eligibility assessment. Funding approval happens at WorkOne — not at your training school.
3
Complete eligibility with a WorkOne case manager
Bring ID and employment history. Your case manager determines whether you qualify for an Individual Training Account (ITA) voucher.
4
Enroll after your training voucher is approved
Return to Elevate with your WorkOne authorization to finish enrollment. Approved students often pay $0 for tuition and certification fees.

Indiana Career Connect (online)Find nearest WorkOne center

Employer Proof & Placement Pipeline

This pathway is aligned to active hiring demand. Placement follows intake profile matching, employer-ready credential completion, and supported introductions.

Named Employer Partners

Home health agencies
Assisted living facilities
Hospice organizations
Hospital home care departments

Placement Pipeline

Intake profile maps learner goals, schedule, and funding pathway.
Training milestones and credentials are tracked to completion.
Employer introductions are prioritized for interview-ready graduates.
Placement support continues through first wage outcome reporting window.

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Start Your Home Health Aide Journey

Free to apply · No payment required · An advisor will contact you within 1 business day

Ready to Start Your Home Health Aide Career?

$0 with WIOA or Workforce Ready Grant. Self-pay: $4,700.

Your path from application to career

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2–3 min form

Approved

24–48 hrs

Enrolled

Advisor call

Trained

Program runs

Placed

Career launch

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Home Health Aide Certification | HHA + CCHW | Indianapolis