The Nursing Assistant Certificate program provides instruction
in basic nursing care skills, including: CPR and First Aid for the Healthcare Provider, HIV/AIDS, and clinical training in a long term care facility. After successful completion of the Nursing Assistant Program, students are eligible to sit for the State of Washington Nursing Assistant examination for
State certification. Students receiving their certification will be eligible to apply for employment in a long term care nursing facility, hospital, or community health agency.
Course objectives are based on the laws of Washington State that govern the certification and practice of Certified Nursing Assistants in Washington State. More information about state requirements is available from the Department of Health website and the DSHS website. This program also has an I-BEST option.
Participation Requirements
- 18 years of age or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Clear criminal background check
- Proof of up-to-date immunizations and TB test
- Attendance at mandatory Nursing Assistant Orientation
Prerequisites
-
ENGL095, ENGL096 (equivalent or higher), or a satisfactory English placement
test score taken within the last 3 years:
- CASAS: 220 minimum (reading and listening scores)
- COMPASS: 40 minimum on the reading portion (non-native English speakers must take the CASAS reading and listening test)
- Submission of on-site writing sample related to Nursing Assistant program
- Attendance at a Nursing Assistant Information Session
- Ability to read, write and speak English proficiently as assessed by interview with an English specialist (On occasion, students may be asked to interview with an English specialist to further assess English listening and speaking skills.)
Admission
Admission to the Na-C Program is with instructor permission and by completing the following tasks:
- Attend an Information Session
- Complete and submit an application to the NA-C program to the Instructor in the Information session
- Complete a writing sample, answering the question, Why do you want to be in the Nursing Assistant program at NSCC this year? This writing sample must be completed in the Information Session and given to the Instructor in the Information Session.
- Provide documentation of 1 of the following:
- CASAS scores in Reading and Listening The CASAS test must be taken by non-native English speakers (Minimum of 220 in both tests required)
- Compass Reading test score (Minimum of 40 required) is for native English speakers
- College transcripts showing completion of precollege or college level English with a minimum grade of 2.0.
Admission to this program will be denied to anyone who has
- Been discharged from any job due to safety and/or security issues.
- Been discharged from any vocational/academic program due to safety and/or security issues.
- Incurred any event from the list of disqualifying crimes against persons as listed in Washington State Law
- Incurred any event from the list of disqualifying crimes against persons as listed under the Secretary's List of disqualifying crimes under Federal Law.
- Priority for admission will be given to Adult Basic Education (ABE), English as a Second Language (ESL) and/or Workforce Education students. The program's intent is to assist students in progressing along a career pathway to obtain immediate employment.
- This program is funded in part by a grant awarded under the President's Community-Based Job Training Grants, as implemented by the U.S. Department of Labor's Employment & Training Administration.
- The Seattle Community Colleges are an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
| Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Total | 14 | |
| NUR105 | First Aid and CPR for the Healthcare Provider | 2 |
| NUR107 | Nursing Assistant | 12 |
Total credits for certificate: 14
All course work must be completed at North Seattle Community College. Experiential Learning and transfer-in credits can not be applied to this certificate. All program requirements must fulfill a 2.0 GPA or above.
Throughout this program of study the importance of a responsible and professional work ethic is stressed. Factors leading to such a work ethic are identified and discussed. Instruction is also provided in effective leadership and how it enhances the work environment. Input from this program's industrial advisory committee is essential to curriculum content pertaining to the work ethic and leadership as well as the technically oriented curriculum.
Safety and industrial hygiene are included throughout the curriculum through lectures and actual demonstrations of safe laboratory techniques.
For additional information about this program, contact the Health and Human Services Division.
Effective Fall 2009
Nursing Assistant Certificate of Achievement
51.1614 / 329C
Information Sessions for Spring 2010
- Feb 3, 2010 (3:00pm – 4:00pm) in room IB 1303
- Mar 2, 2010 (6:00pm – 7:00pm) in room IB 3409
- Mar 1, 2010 (10:00am – 11:00am) in room IB 1303
For more info about these information sessions, please contact Jeanie Burgdorf (206-528-4627, jburgdorf@sccd.ctc.edu).
This information is also available from the NSCC Calendar for your convenience.
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