NA 101 - Nurse Aide

Institution:

Antelope Valley College

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Description:

5 units 162 hours total (50 hours lecture; 112 hours clinic) Limitation on Enrollment: TB skin test within one year prior to course. Physical examination is required. Fingerprints are required by the State of California. Necessary forms are available in APL 121B four weeks prior to start of course. Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in NA 101CL. Advisory: Eligibility for ENGL 099, READ 099 and MATH 070. A course in selected fundamental nursing skills needed to care for the long-term care patient. Emphasis on the role and responsibilities of the nurse aide, safety principles, infection control, basic patient care skills, and psycho-social needs. Course approved by the California Department of Health Services. The California Department of Health Services requires fingerprints to be on file with it before students go to the clinical area. The student may not have any felony convictions. After satisfactory completion of the course, a state examination is required for certification. The current cost is $90. (AVC)

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.avc.edu

Phone Number:

(661) 722-6300

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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