Less-than-1-year Certificate in Patient Care Assistant at Coral Ridge Nurses Assistant Training School Inc

 

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Less-than-1-year Certificate in Patient Care Assistant at Coral Ridge Nurses Assistant Training School Inc

Coral Ridge Training School
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Patient Care Assistant

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If you’re looking for a stepping-stone to the professional ladder of nursing, but need a short-term training program that quickly gets you into the job market, then the Patient Care Assistant Program is what you want. As a Patient Care Assistant, you perform basic nursing functions under the supervision of the nurse, Registered Nurse, or Licensed Practical Nurse. Graduates completing this Program can work in all health care facilities including nursing homes, and retirement homes. Since this Program also includes the Home Health Aide training components, you also have the flexibility to provide care to patients in their own residences, as well.

Note: Certified PCA's may upgrade to Patient Care Technician by completing the phlebotomy and EKG programs and there by obtain employment in a hospital setting.

This 400-hour (12-16 Week) Program is comprehensive and includes specifics such as:
  • Introduction to health care facilities
  • Legal and ethical responsibilities
  • Medical terminology
  • Emergency care
  • Infection control
  • Nutrition and therapeutic diets
  • Gerontology
  • Nursing procedures

    This Program includes an appropriate period of Lab and Externship Hours.

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