Course Code: CNA

The Nurse Aide/Nursing Assistant program is designed to prepare students for a career in the healthcare industry, focusing on providing essential care to patients in various medical settings.

This comprehensive course covers the fundamental skills and knowledge required to assist licensed nurses in the daily care of patients, including elderly individuals in long-term care facilities, hospitals, and home healthcare environments.

Students will learn how to perform essential duties such as taking vital signs, assisting with personal hygiene, feeding, and mobility, as well as understanding patient rights, infection control, and effective communication within the healthcare team.

The program combines classroom instruction with hands-on clinical experience, ensuring that students are well-prepared for the Nurse Aide Competency Exam (NACE) and are equipped to begin a rewarding career as a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) / Nursing Assistant.

 

At the completion of this program, the student will qualify for work in:

  • Nursing Homes
  • Hospitals
  • Assisted Living Facilities
  • Home Healthcare Agencies
  • Rehabilitation Centers
  • Hospices
  • Private Homes
  • Long-Term Care Facilities
     

Course Topics

  • Introduction to Healthcare and the Role of the Nurse Aide
  • Basic Nursing Skills
  • Patient Rights and Ethical Considerations
  • Infection Control and Safety Procedures
  • Personal Care and Hygiene
  • Mobility and Transfer Techniques
  • Nutritional Care and Feeding Techniques
  • Vital Signs Monitoring
  • Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • Clinical Practice and Hands-On Experience

 

Section : Morning
5 Weeks
Section : Afternoon
5 Weeks
Section : Evening
5 Weeks
Section : Weekend
18 Weeks
Jan 29Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-2:30 PMMonday-Friday 1:00 PM-6:30 PMMonday – Friday 5:15 PM-10:00 PMJan 25Saturday or Sunday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Feb 24Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-2:30 PMMonday-Friday 1:00 PM-6:30 PMMonday – Friday 5:15 PM-10:00 PMFeb 22Saturday or Sunday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Mar 31Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-2:30 PMMonday-Friday 1:00 PM-6:30 PMMonday – Friday 5:15 PM-10:00 PMMar 29Saturday or Sunday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Apr 28Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-2:30 PMMonday-Friday 1:00 PM-6:30 PMMonday – Friday 5:15 PM-10:00 PMApr 26Saturday or Sunday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
May 26Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-2:30 PMMonday-Friday 1:00 PM-6:30 PMMonday – Friday 5:15 PM-10:00 PMMay 31Saturday or Sunday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Jun 30Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-2:30 PMMonday-Friday 1:00 PM-6:30 PMMonday – Friday 5:15 PM-10:00 PMJun 28Saturday or Sunday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Jul 28Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-2:30 PMMonday-Friday 1:00 PM-6:30 PMMonday – Friday 5:15 PM-10:00 PMJul 26Saturday or Sunday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Aug 25Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-2:30 PMMonday-Friday 1:00 PM-6:30 PMMonday – Friday 5:15 PM-10:00 PMAug 30Saturday or Sunday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sep 29Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-2:30 PMMonday-Friday 1:00 PM-6:30 PMMonday – Friday 5:15 PM-10:00 PMSep 27Saturday or Sunday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Oct 27Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-2:30 PMMonday-Friday 1:00 PM-6:30 PMMonday – Friday 5:15 PM-10:00 PMOct 25Saturday or Sunday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Nov. 24Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-2:30 PMMonday-Friday 1:00 PM-6:30 PMMonday – Friday 5:15 PM-10:00 PMNov 29Saturday or Sunday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Dec 01Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-2:30 PMMonday-Friday 1:00 PM-6:30 PMMonday – Friday 5:15 PM-10:00 PMDec 06Saturday or Sunday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
*Please call the school to see if the schedule is available