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Overview

  • The course meets the Nebraska Health and Human Services System training requirements for nursing assistant certification and employment in long-term care facilities.
  • The course combines classroom lecture, laboratory application, and clinical experience for development of basic skills needed to care for the elderly.
  • Course content focuses on teaching nursing assistants to provide safe, effective, and caring services to the elderly or chronically ill patients of any age in a long-term care facility.
  • Course includes 70 hours of classroom/lab instruction and 24 hours of clinical experience. Students earn 6.5 hours of college credit.

Types of Jobs: Certified Nursing Assistant.

Prerequisite: 16 years of age, complete and submit application packet.

Post Completion Credit Equate: 6.5 Quarter Credits.

Is the Credential Stackable for additional certifications: Medication Aide (HLTH 1300).

Are post completion credits eligible for degree options: Licensed Practical Nurse and Registered Nurse program.

Time Requirement to Complete Credential: 94 hours of instruction: 70 hours of classroom/lab instruction and 24 hours of clinical experience.

Leading Industry Employers: Metro Area hospitals and assisted living facilities.

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