Nurse Assisting (CNA) (Adults Only)
*NOTE*
Due to the current situation surrounding COVID-19 restrictions, we will be canceling our CNA and Phlebotomy classes this Fall (2020).
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Certifications
- New York State Certification as a Nursing Assistant
Adult Education Course – 152 Course Hours
Plattsburgh Main Campus & Mineville Campus
Enter the world of health care! Learn skills used across the industry in a wide variety of health care occupations. Didactic, lab practice, job shadowing and clinical experiences are integral parts of the program. Students receive preparation for entering a health career as a Certified Nurse Assistant. CNAs are an integral part of the medical team. They have direct contact with patients/ clients and families, and deliver personal care to clients who need assistance. Students will learn basic principles and skills required to care for clients.
Program Highlights
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- Patient Care Skills
- First Aid
- CPR
- Medical Terminology
- Vital Signs Measurement
- Infection Control
- Medical Abbreviations
- Body Structure & Function
- Nutrition
- Safety in the Health Care Environment