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ALH 1120 Nurse Aide Training

Provide education to individuals in the basic skills necessary to provide personal care services and activities, under the delegation and supervision of a registered or licensed practical nurse, to residents in a long-term care facility. Three classroom, three clinical lab hours per week.

Division: Health Sciences
Department: Allied Health
Repeatable Credit: No
Offered Online: No

Prereqs: DEV 0015 AND MAT 0050 AND Approval of Division Advisor AND background check, health certificate and student health insurance will be required to complete the clinical portion of the course. 

Outcomes

  • Identify signs and symptoms of infection, including behaviors that prevent the spread of infection.
  • Demonstrate ability to act properly regarding safety and emergency procedures.
  • Exhibit behaviors in support and promotion of residents' rights.
  • Demonstrate observation skills needed in support of the assessment of long-term care residents' health, physical conditions and well-being, including appropriate documentation.
  • Demonstrate basic verbal and nonverbal communication techniques, including the identification of factors which may impair communication and the methods to enhance interpersonal skills.

Credit Hours: 4

Classroom Hours: 3
Clinical Hours: 3