This semester-long program is designed for high school students, preparing to become a nurse aide or nutrition assistant. The curriculum will introduce you to basic patient care skills, medical terminology and systems of the human body. The 13-credit-hour program will prepare you to become certified as a nurse aide. It also serves as the foundation for more advanced healthcare programs at Washburn Tech such as medication aide, practical nursing and surgical technology. Upon completion, you will be eligible to take the CNA exam from the Kansas Department of Aging and Disability Services. A recommendation form is required to enroll in this program.
CERTIFICATIONS: Certified Nurse Aide or CNA; First Aid & CPR
To enroll in this program, you must score a minimum of 4 in both reading and math on the Accuplacer test.
