Therapeutic & Diagnostic Services – Nursing Assistant

A program that prepares individuals to work under the supervision of licensed health care professionals in performing nursing care and services for persons of all ages. Course work emphasizes growth and development throughout the life span, personal care, vital signs, communication, nutrition, medical asepsis, therapeutic activities, accident and fire safety, household environment and equipment management; family resources and services; and employment skills. Graduates of this program may be eligible to be listed on the Division of Health Service Regulation (DHSR) Nurse Aide registry as a Nursing Assistant I and the N.C. Board of Nursing Nurse Aide II registry as a Nursing Assistant II. They may be employed in home health agencies, hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, extended care facilities, and doctors’ offices.

(For Certified Nursing Assistant & Nursing candidates)

Diploma, D45930

PrefixNoTitleClassLabClinicCredit
Fall Semester 1
ENG111Writing & Inquiry3003
BIO168Anatomy & Physiology I3304
NAS101
NAS103
PSY150
Totals147318
Spring Semester 1
BIO169
CHM131
CHM131A
NAS102
NAS107
Totals910615
Summer Semester 1
HSC110
MED121
MED122

Offered Online: No

Online Percentage: 0