Course Description

Open to Grades: 12 (grade 11 may enroll if space is available),

1 Sem., 2 Hour Block, 2 Credits.

Prereq. Orientation to Health Occupations with a C or better and Teacher Signature Required. Students will be introduced to the health care field occupation of a Nursing Assistant. They will be provided academics and experience in the classroom and clinical area that result in the development of basic competencies required of Nursing Assistants. Satisfactory completion of this program will provide students with the competencies needed for employment as a Nursing Assistant and eligibility to write the board of nursing exam to become certified.  White pants and shoes will be required for clinical practice. Fees will be required for the CNA board exam. Due to the nature of this class, all students must be non-drug users.

Students will be expected to participate in training offered beyond normal school hours.  Two-3 hour blocks of practical experience will be scheduled between 5 PM to 9 PM during the semester.  The student will be responsible for providing personal transportation to Elmore Medical Center on those two evenings.