HSC199 — Nurse Aide
3.25 Credit(s) The Nurse Aide course provides the state-mandated training required for certification, balancing at least 30 hours of classroom instruction with additional hours of hands-on laboratory and supervised clinical experiences. Designed to ensure safe and effective resident care, the curriculum is divided into six units of study covering professional ethics, safety and infection control, personal hygiene, nutritional support, routine clinical procedures like vital signs, and specialized care for residents with unique behavioral or end-of-life needs. Throughout the course, students must demonstrate mastery of a state-defined skill set, with their progress documented via comprehensive skills checklists and competency evaluations to prepare them for professional practice.