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Nursing Assistant - Technical Diploma
Program Code : 305431
Nursing Assistant program graduates are eligible for employment in a variety of settings which could include an acute care hospital , long-term care / rehab facility , or home health agency . As a member of the health care team , the nursing assistant provides personal and daily care to clients who need assistance . Why choose the Nursing Assistant program at NWTC ? Success--NWTC Nursing Assistant graduates competency exam pass rate is above the State of Wisconsin average pass rates . Quality--many students are offered employment during their clinical experience . Expertise--The Nursing Assistant faculty all have extensive work experience in taking care of elderly clients . The Nursing Assistant program is approved by the Office of Caregiver Quality within the Division of Quality Assurance as part of the Wisconsin Department of Health Services .
Delivery
Day Evening Full-time Part-time Weekend : Available in Green Bay and Marinette locations .
Explore Locations
This program is offered at :
Aurora Crivitz Green Bay Luxemburg Marinette Oconto Falls Shawano Sturgeon Bay
Curriculum
The Nursing Assistant program prepares students for employment as nursing assistants . The program also prepares students for other health-related programs . Students will be required to demonstrate the following skills under the supervision of a licensed nurse : communication , basic nursing assistant and personal care skills , attention to client ’ s rights , and care of clients with dementias . The program is recognized by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services as a nurseaide training program . Upon successful completion of the program , the student is eligible to take the Wisconsin Nursing Assistant competency evaluation for inclusion on the Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry and employment in nursing homes , hospitals , home health agencies , hospices , CBRF ' s , assisted living centers and homes for the developmentally disabled .
30543300 - Nursing Assistant 3
Total Credits 3
Curriculum Note : This course must be passed with a C or better .
Program Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition : $ 499 , Books : $ 70 , Supplies : $ 175 Total Approximate Costs $ 744
Estimates based on in-state residency . Learn more about tuition and fees . ( https :// www . nwtc . edu / admissions-and-aid / paying-for-college / tuition-and-fees )
Requirements for Program Entry
Be at least 16 years old . Getting Started : * Requirements for program entry must be completed prior to start of the program . * Submit clinical requirements . A fee is charged for this service . Details can be found on admission checklist . For instructions on how to get started , download the application checklist for this program . If you are under the age of 18 when the Nursing Assistant class begins , complete this packet .
Program Outcomes
Communicate effectively with clients , family , and co-workers . Protect rights of clients . Demonstrate ethical and legal responsibilities . Work cooperatively in a team environment . Provide holistic , safe care to diverse populations . Demonstrate reporting and documentation . Assists clients with rehabilitation and restorative care . Provide safe care for clients with acute and chronic health conditions . Complete educational requirements for the WI NA competency evaluation .
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