
NURSING AIDE COURSE OVERVIEW 144 hrs.- Residential
The program includes theory, lab skills, and clinical practicum. nursing aides (NAs) receive a broad range of training including; infection control, communication and interpersonal skills, safety and emergency procedures, personal care skills, psycho-social needs, basic restorative services and skills, basic nursing skills, quality improvement, etc. The nursing aide assists patients with activities of daily living (feeding, dressing, bathing, etc). They work in hospitals, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, healthcare agencies and work on private cases. nursing aides or nurse aides (NAs) also typically assist in patient charting and instruction, documenting any care that is given and report significant observations to the nursing staff.
Nursing aides enjoy solid job security and work a flexible schedule. Typical work settings for the Nursing Aide include long-term care facilities, hospitals, clinics and in the home.
The program is short, thorough, fast and offers you great experience and the ability to get into the health care field in just a few weeks. Total Instructional and Clinical Hours are 144, after which student take the NA state board certification exams.
NURSING AIDE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Our admission process is designed to be transparent, friendly and stress free as possible. We therefore require all applicants to read about the admission process thoroughly before applying. In case you need help at any point in the admission/application process, please call for assistance on (571) 379-7045
Entry Requirements:
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There is no pre-requisite educational requirement when applying for the Nursing Aide Program; high school preferred. English fluency is strongly recommended.
ADMISSION PROCESS
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Interested applicants must submit their application online or in person and pay a NON REFUNDABLE Application fee of $75.00
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Applicants must furnish the school with the following documents subsequently: ID, SSN card, PPD/Chest X- Test, Valid CPR and criminal background check
If an applicant decides not to pursue admission into the program or does not show up in class at all, the amount of $225 shall be refunded.
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Submit the required documents by the required date
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The cost of the NA Textbook and Workbook is $45
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Contact the school to purchase text books/study materials
Schedule
Morning Schedule:
Monday : 9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday: 9am - 5:30pm
Friday : 9am-5:30pm
Weekend Schedule:
Saturday – Sunday: 9am-5:30pm