Apprenticeship C N A Course Nurse Assistants aid in the physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of clients. CNAs work in health care settings such as hospitals, home care, nursing homes or assisted-living facilities. Students learn basic care skills including monitoring vital signs, controlling infections, transferring and feeding clients as well as the Heimlich maneuver. Communication skills, body mechanics, bed making, restorative care and care of the dying client are among topics covered. This state-approved program includes 50 hours of classroom instruction and 40 hours of clinical training. In addition, coursework prepares students to take the state licensure examination. Students must have COVID vaccination. Required - textbooks available in the college bookstore. 9 CEUs

Students must attend a mandatory orientation on Wed. Aug. 3, 2016 at 10:00-11:00am in the Continuing Education Center Bldg. Please contact the Continuing Education Division at 856-415-2216 with any questions.