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ALLIED HEALTH :: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

The CNA course enables students to become familiar with basic principles of nursing, including procedures and techniques. Clinical experience is provided in extended care facilities. Students will learn to provide and meet the patient's basic physical and psychological needs and promote a spirit of restoration and independence in a safe, efficient and competent manner. State approved pre-certification program. Does not guarantee certification. Must achieve grade C or better to take state certification examination. Prerequisites: Documented clearance for any crime more serious than a minor traffic ticket. Finger prints must be obtained by completion of class. Co-requisite: Current Healthcare Provider CPR card. A mandatory orientation is usually scheduled before the semester begins, please check with the department for upcoming dates and times.

ESTIMATED COSTS

Registration & college fees = $129 - $139
Books, uniforms, supplies = $200 - $340
Liability Insurance = $15
Total Estimated Costs = $544 - $695
(Costs are approximate.)

PREREQUISITIES

None

MANDATORY ORIENTATION

You must attend one of the mandatory orientations in order to qualify for entry into the course.

Dates for upcoming semesters are:

SPRING 2012 ORIENTATION

Wednesday, January 18, 2012 @ 4:00 p.m.

OR
Thursday, January 19, 2012 @ 1:00 p.m.

Orientations are held in the classroom, Building 66A - Room 7. (Lower campus behind Construction Technology) Don't know where that is? Get a Campus Map here

CONTACT INFORMATION

General Information
Health Sciences/Allied Health Office Assistant 760-245-4271, Ext. 2463

Instructor
Carolan Selters 760-245-4271, Ext. 8640 (Voicemail only.)

Last Updated: 11/10/11