| DESCRIPTION |
| The Nursing Assistant program prepares individuals to perform routine nursing-related services to patients in hospitals or long-term care facilities under the training and supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse. The program includes instruction in: infection control, communication and interpersonal skills, safety and emergency procedures, personal care skills, and basic nursing skills. Direct patient care training & instruction is facilitated in the classroom, lab, and clinical settings. |
| CAREER CONNECTION |
License or Certification Information: Bloodborne Pathogens, Certified Nursing Assistant. Students are required to have proof of legal presence in the US in order to test for or renew certification or licensure. All testing will be conducted on-site at EVIT. For more information on the Arizona State Board of Nursing Licensure requirements, visit www.azbn.gov . www.azbn.gov/licensure-certification/applications-forms
Career Pathway: Nursing Assistant, Licensed Practical Nurse, Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Physician’s Assistant, Doctor
Occupational Profile: www.onetonline.org/link/summary/31-1014.00
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| PROGRAM & COURSE INFORMATION |
| Program Courses & Course Sequence |
Intro to Nursing Assistant - 2 Semesters - 3 credits (Optional)
Nursing Assistant I - 1 semester - 1.5 credits
Nursing Assistant II - 1 semester - 1.5 credits
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| Pre/Co Requisite |
6 high school credits (required) and a 2.0 GPA (recommended). Students who skip MC29, must have taken Anatomy and Physiology, Chemistry, or Biology in HS. |
| Length of Program |
2 - 4 Semesters |
| Embedded HS Credit |
The first year of this program may qualify for an embedded HS science credit at the student's home school. Please ask your home school counselor or EVIT admissions representative for additional information.
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| College Credit |
College credit may be available |
| ADE Program Standards |
https://www.azed.gov/cte/ns/ |
| Technology Requirements |
Computer access with Windows OS, Adobe Reader, webcam, microphone and anti-virus protection. |
| Supply Fees |
Year 1 - estimated supply fee $85
Year 2 - estimated supply fee $232
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| Start Date |
End Date |
Days |
Times |
Campus |
| July 24, 2023 |
May 22, 2024 |
Monday - Friday, Daily (morning) |
8:00am - 10:35am |
Main, Power |
| July 24, 2023 |
May 22, 2024 |
Monday - Friday, Daily (afternoon) |
12:00pm - 2:35pm |
Main, Power |
Get started! Enroll in the EVIT Nursing Assistant program.
For announcements and updates about the EVIT Nursing Assistant program, text EVIT to 855-998-3848.
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