I-BEST

Personal Care Aide Pathway

If you’re interested in starting a career in health and individual care, and helping others optimize their quality of life, the New I-BEST Personal Care Aide Pathway may be just what you’re looking for!

Pathway Purpose:

Prepares students for employment as Personal Care Aides and for further postsecondary education leading to success in health care careers requiring specific college degree(s) and/or credentials. Students will develop the skills and mindsets needed to be effective Personal Care Aides in homes or residential agencies, and to be successful learners in diverse educational settings.

Pathway Features:

• College credits for eight semester hours (COL 120, AHS 101, AHS 190) - Personal Care Aide I Certificate
• Prepares you for employment as Personal Care Aide and for further postsecondary education leading to success in health care careers requiring specific college degree(s) and/or credentials
• You will develop the skills and mindset needed to be an effective Personal Care Aide in homes or residential agencies
• You will be a successful learner in diverse educational settings
• National Certifications and/or Trainings in Healthcare

Pathway Eligibility:

• 18 years of age or older
• High school graduate (diploma or GED); near completion of GED will be considered
• Not currently a Tri-County student in a credit or non-credit program
• Meet residency requirements
• Satisfactory completion of drug screening and background checks (fees covered)