Nursing Assistant

[C45480] Certificate

PROGRAM COMPETENCIES

Upon successful completion of the Nursing Assistant program, the graduate should be able to

1.  Define and function within the role and scope of practice of a Nursing Assistant as a member of the healthcare team. 
2.  Provide care for clients in areas such as personal care, restorative care, basic nursing skills as well as advanced nursing skills.
3.  Identify psychological and social needs of clients in a variety of healthcare settings.
4.  Transfer knowledge and skills from inpatient settings to provide safe care for clients in a home setting.
5.  Demonstrate skills necessary to qualify as a Nursing Assistant I with the North Carolina Nurse Aide I Registry.
6.  Demonstrate skills necessary to qualify as a Nursing Assistant II with the North Carolina Board of Nursing.

Students may enroll in either the fall or spring semester(s) to complete this certificate.