This course leads to the ability of those completing the course to become eligible for testing as a Nursing Assistant Certified. The course covers communication and interpersonal skills, infection control, safety and emergency procedures, promoting resident independence, respecting resident rights, basic nursing skills, personal care skills, mental health and social services needs, care of the cognitively impaired resident, basic restorative care, resident rights, HIPAA, First Aid and CPR for the healthcare provider, seven hours of HIV/AIDS Bloodborne Pathogens training, dementia, and cultural awareness. Concurrent enrollment into NA 102 lab is required. Students are required to demonstrate competencies in skills associated with each of the course subjects within the laboratory or clinical setting. $10.72 per quarter malpractice insurance fee.
Prerequisite
This is a selective admission program. Students must apply and be accepted into CBC's Nursing Assistant program prior to enrolling.