The Nursing Assistant-Certified program at North Seattle Community College is a one quarter (11 week) program that provides graduates with the opportunity for immediate employment in long-term care and/or home health agencies as well as hospitals.
The program provides instruction in personal care skills, basic technical skills, restorative services, communication and interpersonal skills, clients' rights, infection control, HIV/AIDS certification, safety and emergency care (American Red Cross CPR) as well as an understanding of community health and social service resources and state rules and regulations.
The program includes 96 hours of theory instruction, 104 hours of laboratory practice and clinical experience in a long term care setting.
Course objectives are based on the laws of Washington State that govern the certification and practice of Certified Nursing Assistants in Washington State. More information about state requirements is available from the Department of Health website and the DSHS website. This program also has an I-BEST option.
This program is funded in part by a grant awarded under the President's Community-Based Job Training Grants, as implemented by the U.S. Department of Labor's Employment & Training Administration.
The Seattle Community Colleges are an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
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