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NURSING ASSISTANT PROGRAM

(a) Intro

This course is designed to prepare the students with the training and skills necessary to provide quality medical care to patients in hospitals and to residents at convalescent homes; assisted-living facilities; and board and care. To become state-certified, it is a requirement to pass the Nurse Assistant Certification Exam.

Schedule of Classes:
Weekday Program - Monday to Thursday 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Weekend Program - Saturday and Sunday 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Weeknight Program - Monday to Thursday 4:30 AM - 8:00 PM

(b) Admission Requirements

1. Must be at least 16 years old, if 16, with parental consent
2. Current CPR card (BLS Health Care Provider)
3. Physical exam and TB test done within the last 6 months. Chest X-ray is needed if tested positive for TB. Chest X-ray report is valid for 2 years.
4. Livescan fingerprinting
5. TABE (Test on Adult Basic Education) online for prospective students who do not have a high school diploma or GED. ***
   
   *** A prospective student who does not have a standard high school diploma or a GED and wishes to enroll in a health care program must meet ability to benefit literacy levels. Students are assessed using a federally approved ability to benefit (ATB) test. By passing the ATB test, students will become eligible for admission to the CNA program.

(c) Fees

The tuition fee is $530.00 plus $145 additional cost

Additional Cost Breakdown:

2 School Patch	$6.00
2 Sets of White Uniform	$37.00
Medical Equipment	$27.00
Textbook & Workbook (set)	$75.00

Livescan is included in the tuition fee. Physical Exam varies if you use your own physician. In order to go through the school's primary care provider, there is a fee of $40. Regional Testing Center Fee (State Exam Fee) is $90 money order. NO cash, personal checks, or credit cards may be accepted.

Please visit the school or call (310) 834-3065, or email trinityvocationalcenter@yahoo.com for fee information regarding Nurse Assistant Program.

*** Payments must be made in cash, credit card, money order, manager’s/cashier’s check. No personal check.

*** Prices subject to change without prior notice.

*** Class schedule subject to change without prior notice depending on class size.

(d) Schedule

Weekday: 4-6 weeks (M-Th 07:30-16:00)
Evening: 8-10 weeks (M-Th 16:00-20:00)
Weekend: 8-10 weeks (S-Su 07:30-16:00)

(e) Course Descriptions

MODULE 1: INTRODUCTION
The purpose of this module is to introduce the students to Title 22 – Division 5 California Code of Regulations (which regulates health care facilities), the roles and responsibilities of the Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA), requirements for NA Certification, professionalism, ethics, and confidentiality.

MODULE 2: PATIENT/ RESIDENT RIGHTS
The purpose of this module is to introduce the students to patient/resident rights. The fundamental principle behind resident rights is that each resident is a member of a family and society as a whole and must be cared for in a manner that protects their rights and meets the individual familial, psychosocial and spiritual needs in a long term care setting. These rights are protected by federal and state regulations.

MODULE 3: COMMUNICATION & INTERPERSONAL SKILLS
The purpose of this module is to introduce the concepts and skills required for students to communicate effectively and interact appropriately with residents, resident’s families and guests, and other members of the health care team.

MODULE 4 & 12: COMMUNICATION & INTERPERSONAL SKILLS
The purpose of this module is to introduce the students to the concepts, procedures and general rules related to emergency and resident safety in the long-term care environment. In addition, it discusses the role of the NA in preventing and responding to emergency situations such as fire and disasters.

MODULE 5: BODY MECHANICS
The purpose of this module is to provide students with an understanding of the efficient and proper use of the body in performing tasks related to the role of the NA. Students will understand the principles of positioning and transporting residents and will implement these principles in providing resident care.

MODULE 6: MEDICAL and SURGICAL ASEPSIS
The purpose of this module is to present information about asepsis and infection control. Procedures and precautions to protect residents, health care workers, and others from infection are presented including hand-washing, universal precautions, and hazardous waste management.

MODULE 7: WEIGHTS and MEASURES
The purpose of this module is to introduce the Common System of Measurement used by NAs.

MODULE 8: PATIENT CARE SKILLS
The purpose of this module is to teach students the skills needed to support and/or assist the resident in performing Activities of Daily Living, particularly in the areas of personal hygiene and elimination. In addition, students are taught the use of prosthetic devices, procedures on bowel and bladder retaining, and measurement of resident in terms of height and weight.

MODULE 9: PATIENT CARE PROCEDURES
The purpose of this module is to provide learning experiences that will prepare the student to safely carry out procedures; which will support the resident in meeting physical care needs that cannot be performed independently.

MODULE 10: VITAL SIGNS
The purpose of this module is to prepare students to know how, when and why vital signs (i.e., temperature, respiration, and blood pressure) are taken and how to report and chart these procedures.

MODULE 11: NUTRITION
The purpose of this module is to examine the body’s need for food and the effect of food on the body. This module includes the basic food groups, nutrients, and common therapeutic diets as well as assisting the resident to meet nutrition and hydration needs.

MODULE 13: LONG TERM CARE RESIDENT
The purpose of this module is to introduce students to the basic structure of the body and to review the effect of aging to body structure and function. Common physical and psychological conditions found in elderly patients are presented along with approaches to care. Community resources commonly available to assist elderly patients with their psychological, recreational, and social needs are also offered.

MODULE 14: REHABILITATIVE NURSING
The purpose of this module is to introduce the students to restorative care. Procedures on how NAs help individuals attain optimal level of functioning are discussed and demonstrated.

MODULE 15: OBSERVATION and CHARTING
The purpose of this module is to prepare students to know how and when to use objective and subjective observation skills. They will report and record observations on appropriate documents using medical terms and abbreviations.

MODULE 16: DEATH & DYING
The purpose of this module is to introduce to the students the various stages of the grieving process and death as a normal stage of life. The health care worker must learn how to recognize the physical, psychological, and spiritual needs of the resident during this period to understand coping mechanisms and provide support to the resident and family members.