HEALTHCARE TECHNICIAN

Subject

Course Type

Course
HET-80 Nursing Assistant Training Program (NATP) Description: Provides theoretical and clinical laboratory components of state-mandated curriculum required to take the state certification examination for nursing assistants. Complies with federal regulations for preparing healthcare workers in long-term care settings. Focuses on the role, performance and responsibilities of nursing assistants (NAs) as members of the healthcare team. Requires evaluation of clinical performance through demonstrated competence on identified skills. 72 hours lecture and 108 hours laboratory. (Letter grade only) 6.00 Units Prerequisite: None. Limitation on enrollment: Must demonstrate a minimum of a sixth grade reading level on the Nelson-Denney Reading Test; required LifeScan fingerprint submission to meet the background clearance standards as per the California Department of Public Health and Safety; a clear drug screen; current American Heart Association BLS certification; required immunizations and titers; and signed medical clearance from healthcare provider, uniform and student ID badge. Must be at least 17 years of age.

Course

Nursing Assistant Training Program (NATP)

Description: Provides theoretical and clinical laboratory components of state-mandated curriculum required to take the state certification examination for nursing assistants. Complies with federal regulations for preparing healthcare workers in long-term care settings. Focuses on the role, performance and responsibilities of nursing assistants (NAs) as members of the healthcare team. Requires evaluation of clinical performance through demonstrated competence on identified skills. 72 hours lecture and 108 hours laboratory. (Letter grade only)

6.00 Units
Prerequisite: None.
Limitation on enrollment: Must demonstrate a minimum of a sixth grade reading level on the Nelson-Denney Reading Test; required LifeScan fingerprint submission to meet the background clearance standards as per the California Department of Public Health and Safety; a clear drug screen; current American Heart Association BLS certification; required immunizations and titers; and signed medical clearance from healthcare provider, uniform and student ID badge. Must be at least 17 years of age.