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Nurse Assisting

Three young women in scrubs are in a classroom setting, with two using stethoscopes and one having her blood pressure taken.

Description

Provides students options for a multitude of entry-level careers in the healthcare field. Students receive foundational training in long-term care and home health aide.  In addition, students are introduced to basic medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, CPR, and First Aid. Students practice skills in real-world simulations on campus and complete 16 hours of clinical practice in an actual work setting.

Application

Applicants must complete a SouthernTech Application for Admission. Additional information and applications are available at the SouthernTech campus and online by visiting our Student Portal (please create an account prior to showing interest or applying by clicking the blue Sign In button). Enrollment for this career program is open to adults and in-district High Schools (juniors/seniors).

Financial Aid and Scholarships

This program is approved for Federal Financial Aid; scholarships are also available for those who qualify.

Financial Aid Information

Courses (480 hours)

  • Long Term Care Aide
  • Core Healthcare Provider CPR & First Aid
  • Health Careers Core
  • Anatomy & Physiology

Schedule

  • Secondary: 8:00-11:00 AM
  • Post-Secondary: 12:45-3:45 PM

Estimated time to complete: 10 months

Additional Nurse Assisting Information

A blood pressure cuff and gauge rest on a table in the foreground, while a nurse uses a stethoscope to examine a patient in the blurred background.

Instructors

Kristina Frodsham

Nurse Assisting Instructor

Taylor Runyan

Anatomy & Physiology Instructor
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Targeted Certifications and/or Credentials

  • Long Term Care Nurse Aide
  • CPR
  • First Aid

Certifications may vary by Program and are subject to change without notice.