TCC's Nursing Assistant Certified program prepares students for employment in healthcare, as a Certified Nursing Assistant. This certificate program includes classroom and clinical training. Course work provides students with basic nursing assistant knowledge and skills including, but not limited to: Clients/Resident Rights Communication Safety and Emergency Procedures CPR Basic Nursing Skills Basic Restorative Services Personal Care Life Transitions Upon successful completion of the courses, students will receive a Certificate of Completion from Tacoma Community College and will be qualified to take the examination to become a Washington State Certified Nursing Assistant. Mission To provide the community with innovative nursing assistants who will provide safe basic nursing care to diverse populations. We provide entrance into the nursing field by reducing barriers for traditional and non-traditional students. The faculty will accomplish this through experiential learning in an environment that promotes caring, diversity, ethics, excellence, holism, integrity, and patient centered care.
Total Number of Credits
10
Effective Term
Fall 2022
CIP Code
51.3902 - Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide.