Home Health Aide Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

The following common skills and qualifications are required of a Home Health Aide:

  • High school degree
  • Previous working experience as home health aide for (x) years
  • In-depth knowledge of monitoring vital signs and collecting specimens
  • Current CPR certificate
  • First Aid training
  • Excellent knowledge of nutrition standards
  • Caring and compassionate personality
  • Physical stamina
  • Valid driver’s license

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Home Health Aide skill, qualifications and experience. Job requirements for specific Home Health Aide roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.