The Nursing Assistant program offers an introduction into the healthcare field with an emphasis on entry level employment as a nursing assistant and/or advanced careers through continued education. In this program, students will be provided instruction through classroom theory, lab and clinical skills in preparation for the New York State Nurse Aide Certification exam. Nursing assistant skills will be demonstrated and practiced on mannequins and peers in the nursing lab and at clinical rotations.

Additional Program Notes:

Students in this program are required to have a current physical, and health immunizations. Students will participate in supervised clinical rotations at local healthcare facilities by providing hands-on care to residents/patients. Program Length: Two years (may be eligible for NYS CNA certification after second year)

Industry Alignment:

NYS Department of Health Nurse Assistant/Aide; NYS Education Department Health Core Curriculum; American Heart Association - First Aid, CPR, and AED - Adult, Child and Infant Standards

Integrated Academic Coursework:

Career and Financial Management (½ credit); Science (½ credit per year); Health (½ credit); English (½ credit per year)

4+1 Pathway Option:

Prometric - New York State Nurse Aide Competency Exam

College Credit Opportunities:

DUAL CREDIT: Cayuga Community College: BIO 209: Introduction to Nutrition FIRST-YEAR: CHEM 101 Introduction to Chemistry SECOND-YEAR: Articulation Agreements: Bryant & Stratton

College Credential Opportunities:

New York State Department of Health - Nurse Aide Certification; American Heart Association - First Aid, CPR and AED (Adult, Child and Infant Certifications); Technical Endorsement on Graduation Diploma

Industry Assessments:

New York State Nurse Aide Competency Exam

Program Supplies, Materials, Assessments Provided: Scrubs; Shoes; American Heart Association – First Aid, CPR, AED (Adult, Child and Infant Certifications); New York State Nurse Aide Competency Exam (if eligible)