[{"content":" Start Your Career in Healthcare Today # ✔ 110-hour program ✔ 50% classroom / 50% clinical ✔ State of Hawaii licensed ✔ BLS/CPR certification included Tuition includes BLS/CPR certification, textbook, and scrubs.\nProgram Overview # Our 110-hour program is structured to give you both the knowledge and real-world experience you need to enter the workforce with confidence.\n50% Classroom Instruction Build a solid foundation in healthcare knowledge and essential patient care skills before you ever set foot in a clinical environment.\n50% Clinical Training Hands-on, supervised experience in real healthcare settings — so you're ready from day one on the job.\nWhat You\u0026rsquo;ll Learn # Healthcare fundamentals: Anatomy, safety protocols, infection control, and medical terminology Hands-on patient care: Vital signs, activities of daily living (ADL) assistance, and safe patient movement Communication skills: Working effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams Life-saving certifications: BLS, First Aid, CPR, and AED Grading: Pass/Fail — based on course completion and skills evaluation Why Become a Nurse Aide? # Fast entry into healthcare — complete training in weeks, not years High demand across Hawaii — skilled CNAs are needed in hospitals, care facilities, and home settings Meaningful work — make a real difference in patients\u0026rsquo; lives every day A strong foundation — the CNA credential opens the door to further healthcare careers Why Choose HHCS? # State of Hawaii licensed training program Structured 110-hour curriculum with proven outcomes Balanced classroom and clinical experience Caring instructors who take time to ensure you truly understand the material Connected to real employment opportunities through the GPH family What Sets HHCS Apart # At Hawaii Healthcare School, our focus is simple — we prepare students to succeed from day one. Our Nurse Aide program is designed to ensure graduates can confidently enter hospitals, care facilities, and home care settings.\nWe emphasize real-world skills, hands-on experience, and genuine understanding — because being prepared matters. Our instructors are patient and supportive, taking the time to make sure every student builds both knowledge and confidence.\nYour success in the workplace is our priority.\nCNA / NA Class\nFlexible Learning (Coming Soon) # To better serve our students, HHCS will soon offer:\nOnline classroom instruction — complete coursework on your own schedule In-person clinical training — hands-on experience remains essential and in-person This will allow students to balance their education alongside work and family commitments, while still gaining the real-world skills employers expect.\nCertification # After completing the Nurse Aide Course, students qualify to sit the Prometric Hawaii Nurse Aide certification exam — the pathway to the Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) credential.\nPrometric Hawaii Nurse Aide Exam →\nContinuing Education (Coming Soon) # HHCS will also serve as a platform for continuing education for practicing Nurse Aides and CNAs — supporting skill development, ongoing training, and career advancement.\nOur commitment goes beyond initial training. We\u0026rsquo;re here to support your long-term career growth.\nLocation: Interstate Building, 1314 S King Street Suite 622, Honolulu, HI 96814\nPhone: (808) 909-9104\n 110-hour State of Hawaii licensed Nurse Aide training — 50% classroom, 50% clinical — with BLS/CPR certification and a pathway to the CNA credential.","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/courses/nurse_aide_training/","section":"Our Courses","summary":"","title":"Nurse Aide Course","type":"courses"},{"content":" BLS Provider \u0026amp; CPR Certification Classes # Get certified with confidence. Our BLS (Basic Life Support) Provider and CPR classes are designed to equip you with the essential life-saving skills needed in emergencies. Whether you\u0026rsquo;re a healthcare professional or a community member looking to be prepared, our courses follow the latest American Heart Association (AHA) guidelines and are taught by certified instructors with real-world experience.\nBLS Provider class with instructor Jonathan Domingo\nWhat You\u0026rsquo;ll Learn # High-quality adult, child, and infant CPR Use of an AED (Automated External Defibrillator) Effective team dynamics in multi-rescuer scenarios Relief of choking in responsive and unresponsive individuals Recognition and response to life-threatening emergencies Who Should Take This Course # Nurses, doctors, EMTs, and other healthcare providers Medical students and allied health professionals Teachers, coaches, fitness instructors, and childcare workers Anyone who wants to be prepared to save a life Certification # Upon successful completion, participants will receive an American Heart Association BLS Provider Certification, valid for 2 years.\nClass Details # BLS Provider \u0026amp; CPR Class\nDate: TBA Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Instructor: Jonathan Domingo Location: Interstate Building, 1314 S King Street Suite 622, Honolulu, HI 96814\n American Heart Association BLS Provider and CPR certification for healthcare professionals and community members — valid for two years.","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/courses/bls_provider/","section":"Our Courses","summary":"","title":"BLS Provider Course","type":"courses"},{"content":" Certified Medical Reimbursement Specialist (CMRS) Course # Prepare for Certification. Advance Your Career.\nStart your healthcare career in medical administration — no clinical background required. This intensive course is specifically designed to prepare students for the Certified Medical Reimbursement Specialist (CMRS) exam, administered by the American Medical Billing Association (AMBA).\nThrough a curriculum aligned with AMBA\u0026rsquo;s national standards, students gain in-depth knowledge in medical billing compliance, accurate claim processing, and payer relations.\nLearn from an Industry Leader: Jonathan Domingo # This course is led by Jonathan Domingo, a National Advisory Board Member of AMBA with over 25 years of experience in revenue cycle management. His instruction ensures students receive accurate, real-world knowledge that reflects current industry practices and AMBA\u0026rsquo;s expectations.\nJonathan Domingo leading a Medical Billing course\nCMRS-Aligned Curriculum # This course provides comprehensive instruction on topics essential for CMRS certification, including:\nInsurance Billing \u0026amp; Reimbursement Workflow CMS-1500 Claim Form Completion ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS Coding Overview Medical Terminology for Billers HIPAA Compliance \u0026amp; Patient Privacy Payer Communication \u0026amp; Denial Management Revenue Cycle Management Fundamentals Intensive CMRS Exam Preparation The Value of CMRS Certification # Earning your CMRS certification demonstrates:\nVerified knowledge and professional credibility in medical billing A strong commitment to industry standards and ethical practices Enhanced employability and career advancement opportunities Competence in managing complex reimbursement and regulatory requirements Continued learning through AMBA\u0026rsquo;s ongoing education standards The CMRS credential is nationally recognized and positions you as a trusted professional in today\u0026rsquo;s dynamic healthcare environment.\nAMBA Hawaii State Chapter # As a member of the AMBA Hawaii Chapter, you gain access to:\nContinuing education and training resources Professional networking events and career opportunities Up-to-date tools, publications, and industry news A supportive local community of medical billing professionals AMBA Official Website →\nCourse Schedule # Orientation\nDate: TBA Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM Class Dates: TBA\nClass Days: Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays\nTime: 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM\nFormat: Live Online via Zoom\n Intensive CMRS exam prep program taught by an AMBA National Advisory Board member. No clinical background required. Live online format.","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/courses/medical_billing/","section":"Our Courses","summary":"","title":"Medical Billing Course","type":"courses"},{"content":" 6 Principles of Care \u0026amp; Abuse Prevention # On-Demand Video Course | Approx. 63 minutes\n✔ On-Demand — watch anytime ✔ Taught by RN Mona ✔ CNA / NA / Care Home focus ✔ Lifetime access after purchase About This Course # This video course covers the 6 core principles of patient-centered care and provides practical guidance on recognizing and preventing abuse, neglect, and exploitation in healthcare and care home settings.\nTaught by RN Mona, this course is designed for Nurse Aides, CNAs, Adult Residential Care Home (ARCH) workers, and anyone providing direct care to patients or residents in Hawaii.\nWhat You\u0026rsquo;ll Learn # The 6 principles of high-quality, patient-centered care Types of abuse and neglect — physical, emotional, financial, and sexual Signs and symptoms to watch for in vulnerable populations Legal and ethical obligations when abuse is suspected Proper reporting procedures under Hawaii state guidelines How to build a culture of safety and dignity in your care setting Who Should Take This Course # Nurse Aides (NA) and Certified Nurse Aides (CNA) Adult Residential Care Home (ARCH) workers and operators Home health aides and personal care attendants Healthcare professionals seeking a refresher on abuse prevention Anyone new to providing hands-on care in Hawaii Course Format # This is a self-paced online video course. After purchase, you will receive access to stream the full video through the HHCS student portal. You may pause, rewind, and rewatch as many times as you like.\nDuration: Approximately 63 minutes\nFormat: Streaming video\nAccess: Lifetime — watch at any time, on any device\nLanguage: English\nQuestions? Contact us at info@hi-hcs.com or (808) 909-9104\n Understand the 6 core principles of patient-centered care and how to recognize and prevent abuse in healthcare and care home settings. Taught by RN Mona.","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/courses/video_6principles/","section":"Our Courses","summary":"","title":"6 Principles of Care \u0026 Abuse Prevention","type":"courses"},{"content":" Care Home Nutrition # On-Demand Video Course | Approx. 41 minutes\n✔ On-Demand — watch anytime ✔ Taught by Stacy, RD ✔ ARCH / Care Home focused ✔ Lifetime access after purchase About This Course # Proper nutrition is critical to the health and wellbeing of care home residents. This course gives care workers a clear, practical understanding of the three most common therapeutic diets encountered in Adult Residential Care Homes (ARCH) and skilled nursing facilities.\nTaught by Stacy, this course uses real clinical examples to help you confidently support residents with diabetes, heart disease, and swallowing difficulties.\nWhat You\u0026rsquo;ll Learn # Carbohydrate-Controlled Diets: Understanding carbohydrate counting for diabetic residents, foods to encourage and limit, and blood glucose management Cardiac Diets: Sodium and fat restrictions for residents with heart disease, reading nutrition labels, and safe meal planning Dysphagia Diets: Texture-modified foods (minced, pureed, thickened liquids), safe feeding techniques, and recognizing signs of swallowing difficulty Documentation practices for resident dietary needs When to refer to a dietitian or notify a nurse Who Should Take This Course # Adult Residential Care Home (ARCH) workers and operators Nurse Aides (NA) and Certified Nurse Aides (CNA) Personal care attendants and home health aides Anyone responsible for meal preparation or feeding assistance in a care setting Course Format # This is a self-paced online video course. After purchase, you will receive access to stream the full video through the HHCS student portal.\nDuration: Approximately 41 minutes\nFormat: Streaming video\nAccess: Lifetime — watch at any time, on any device\nLanguage: English\nQuestions? Contact us at info@hi-hcs.com or (808) 909-9104\n Master special dietary needs for care home residents — carbohydrate-controlled, cardiac, and dysphagia diets. Taught by Stacy, RD.","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/courses/video_care_nutrition/","section":"Our Courses","summary":"","title":"Care Home Nutrition","type":"courses"},{"content":" Clinical Documentation in ARCH # On-Demand Video Course | Approx. 72 minutes\n✔ On-Demand — watch anytime ✔ ARCH \u0026 Expanded ARCH focus ✔ Expert instructors ✔ Lifetime access after purchase About This Course # Accurate clinical documentation is a legal requirement and a cornerstone of quality care in Adult Residential Care Homes (ARCH) and Expanded ARCH facilities in Hawaii. Errors or omissions in documentation can affect resident outcomes, regulatory compliance, and reimbursement.\nThis course is taught by two of Hawaii\u0026rsquo;s leading healthcare and billing experts:\nNatalie Kitamura, MSN, APRN-Rx, BC — Advanced Practice Registered Nurse with deep experience in ARCH and community health settings Jonathan Domingo, CPC, CMRS, CMCS, CHAM — National Advisory Board Member of AMBA with over 25 years in healthcare administration and revenue cycle management What You\u0026rsquo;ll Learn # The importance of clinical documentation in ARCH and Expanded ARCH facilities Hawaii State Department of Health requirements for resident records What to document, when to document, and how to document accurately Common documentation errors and how to avoid them Incident reporting and adverse event documentation How documentation connects to licensing, billing, and compliance Best practices for maintaining resident confidentiality (HIPAA basics) Who Should Take This Course # ARCH and Expanded ARCH operators and administrators Care home nurses and aides responsible for resident documentation Healthcare administrators new to ARCH facility management Anyone pursuing licensing or continuing education for ARCH operations in Hawaii Course Format # This is a self-paced online video course. After purchase, you will receive access to stream the full video through the HHCS student portal.\nDuration: Approximately 72 minutes\nFormat: Streaming video\nAccess: Lifetime — watch at any time, on any device\nLanguage: English\nQuestions? Contact us at info@hi-hcs.com or (808) 909-9104\n Learn accurate clinical documentation for Adult Residential Care Homes and Expanded ARCH facilities — with Natalie Kitamura, MSN, APRN-Rx, BC and Jonathan Domingo, CPC, CMRS, CMCS, CHAM.","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/courses/video_clinical_docs/","section":"Our Courses","summary":"","title":"Clinical Documentation in ARCH","type":"courses"},{"content":" Skill Refresher Series # On-Demand Video Course | 9 Videos, Approx. 35 minutes total\n✔ 9 skill demonstration videos ✔ Taught by Mona \u0026amp; HHCS team ✔ Watch in any order ✔ Lifetime access after purchase About This Course # Hands-on skills are the foundation of nursing aide practice. Whether you\u0026rsquo;re preparing for a skills evaluation, returning to the workforce after a break, or simply brushing up on best practices, this series provides clear, step-by-step demonstrations of the skills used most in daily patient care.\nEach video is short, focused, and filmed in a real clinical setting — so you can watch the technique, pause and practice, and re-watch as many times as you need.\nVideos Included # Proper Hand Washing Technique — The single most important infection control skill How to Apply a Brief for a Bedridden Client — Safe and dignified brief application How to Remove a Brief from a Bedridden Client — Technique for removing soiled briefs Perineal Care for a Bedridden Client — Gentle and dignified perineal hygiene How to Assist Bedridden Clients with Toileting — Safe technique preserving client dignity How to Empty a Urine Bag — Clean and safe catheter bag drainage How to Prevent Bed Sores — Positioning, skin checks, and turning schedules How to Remove \u0026amp; Change Bed Sheets — Occupied bed change for bedridden clients How to Transfer a Client from Bed to Wheelchair — Safe body mechanics for bed-to-chair transfer Who Should Take This Course # CNAs and Nurse Aides preparing for a skills evaluation or competency check Care workers returning to practice after a break New hires wanting to build confidence before starting clinical work ARCH workers seeking a practical skills reference Students in the HHCS Nurse Aide program looking for additional practice support Course Format # This is a self-paced online video course. After purchase, you will receive access to all 9 videos through the HHCS student portal. Watch them in any order, pause and rewind freely.\nVideos: 9 individual skill demonstrations\nTotal Duration: Approximately 35 minutes\nFormat: Streaming video\nAccess: Lifetime — watch at any time, on any device\nLanguage: English\nQuestions? Contact us at info@hi-hcs.com or (808) 909-9104\n 9 short skill demonstration videos covering essential CNA and Nurse Aide techniques — from hand washing to wheelchair transfers. Taught by Mona and the HHCS team.","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/courses/video_skill_refresher/","section":"Our Courses","summary":"","title":"Skill Refresher Series","type":"courses"},{"content":" All upcoming Hawaii Healthcare School course sessions for 2026. Reserve your spot today — spaces fill quickly.","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/schedule/","section":"Hawaii Healthcare School","summary":"","title":"2026 Course Schedule","type":"page"},{"content":" Our Mission # At Hawaii Healthcare School, our mission is to prepare compassionate and skilled healthcare professionals who are ready to serve the communities of Hawai\u0026rsquo;i. We are committed to providing high-quality training that equips students with the knowledge, hands-on experience, and confidence needed to begin a meaningful career in healthcare.\nWe believe in practical learning, professional development, and the values of compassion, reliability, and respect that are essential in the healthcare field.\nOur Purpose # We believe education creates opportunity. Our goal is simple: help individuals build meaningful careers while making our community a better place.\n Learn about Hawaii Healthcare School's mission and team. Founded by Greg Tatsuguchi. Instructors include Mona Gregory RN and Jonathan Domingo, CMRS.","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/about/","section":"Hawaii Healthcare School","summary":"","title":"About Hawaii Healthcare School","type":"page"},{"content":" Get in touch with Hawaii Healthcare School. We're here to answer your questions about courses and enrollment.","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/contact/","section":"Hawaii Healthcare School","summary":"","title":"Contact Us","type":"page"},{"content":" Register for open courses or join the notification list for upcoming sessions.","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/enroll/","section":"Enroll at Hawaii Healthcare School","summary":"","title":"Enroll at Hawaii Healthcare School","type":"enroll"},{"content":" Professional healthcare education in Honolulu, Hawaii. Enroll in BLS/CPR, Nurse Aide Training, and Medical Billing courses.","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/","section":"Hawaii Healthcare School","summary":"","title":"Hawaii Healthcare School","type":"page"},{"content":" Professional healthcare training in Honolulu, Hawaiʻi — Nurse Aide (CNA), BLS/CPR, and Medical Billing.","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/courses/","section":"Our Courses","summary":"","title":"Our Courses","type":"courses"},{"content":" Access resources and materials for enrolled Hawaii Healthcare School students.","externalUrl":null,"permalink":"/students/","section":"Hawaii Healthcare School","summary":"","title":"Student Portal","type":"page"}]