Nursing Assistant Certified

Emphasis: Nursing Assistant Certified

Degree: Certificate of Completion
Total Units: 13

PURPOSE: The Nursing Assistant Certified (NAC) Certificate of Completion is designed for students who are interested in pursuing an entry-level career in healthcare. Completion of the certificate components prepares students to work in the specific specialties of Mental Health, Dementia, and Nurse Delegation in addition to regular NAC roles. Upon successful completion of this certificate program, students should be prepared to take the NAC State Certification exam and receive additional industry-recognized endorsements.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES: Upon successful completion, students will have demonstrated the ability to:

• Understand the Long-term Care Ethical and Legal Responsibilities and the Uniform Disciplinary Act as it pertains to the Nursing Assistant role.
• Describe the role of a Nursing Assistant.
• Exhibit communication and interpersonal skills.
• Respect resident’s rights and independence.
• Pass the state Nursing Assistant certification exam.
• Pass the state Fundamentals of Caregiving exam.
• Pass the state Mental Health certification exam.
• Pass the state Nurse Delegation & Diabetes exam.
• Pass the state Mental Health exam.
• Pass the state Dementia exam.
• Pass the HIV/AIDs certification.

Successfully complete the 45-hour clinical experience.