The Health Careers Core Curriculum, Medical Terminology and Anatomy And Physiology are included in this career option. Students in this career option complete a long-term care career option and the first two courses of the Licensed Practical Nurse career option. The advanced acute care nursing assistant cares for patients with routine healthcare needs, bedside care, and basic nursing procedures. Students must pass the Oklahoma State Department of Health’s certification exam for long term care assistants to work in most facilities as nursing assistants.
Financial Aid Eligible: Yes, for those who qualify.
Student Organization: Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA)
Tuition, Fees and Cost of Living:
Available to view on the Financial Aid & Tuition page
Salary Range: $8.62/hour
Helpful Attributes and Abilities:
- Reading and math skills at the 10th grade level or above
- A positive attitude
- A general interest in health careers
- Good communication skills
- The ability to relate to people in a caring, empathetic manner
- Good eye-hand coordination
- Good physical and mental health
- Dependability
- Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of personality types
Career Opportunities May Include: Certified Medication Aide (CMA), Certified Nurse Aide (CNA), Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA), Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA), Nurses’ Aide, Nursing Assistant
Certifications/Credentials: Students are eligible to test for the following certifications: Certified Nurse Aid, CPR, Feeding Assistant, Home Health Aid, First Aid and WorkKeys Certifications.
Accreditations: NWTC is accredited by the Oklahoma State Department of Education, The Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education.
Cluster: Health Science
CIP Code: 51.3902 – Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide
SOC Code: 31-1131.00 – Nursing Assistants
Fairview Instructor: Debra Button
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