CNA 101 Certified Nursing Assistant (6 Units)

Limitations on Enrollment: Must pass physical exam and have current CPR card specifying "For Health Care Provider," current immunizations and a copy of Social Security card.

Course Advisories: ENG 098.

Hours: 191 (64 lecture, 127 lab)

Content follows the California State-approved CNA curriculum which teaches basic care-giving skills focusing on the elderly. Upon completion, student meets requirements to take the CA CNA test that grants CNA certification. Students must apply through the Health Technologies office.

Transfer Information: CSU Transferable

CNA 102 Home Health Aide (1.8 Unit)

Corequisites: Prior or concurrent enrollment in CNA 101.

Limitations on Enrollment: Up-to-date physical exam, immunizations, and CPR card specifying "For Health Care Provider," and a Social Security Card.

Hours: 51 (25 lecture, 26 lab)

Content builds upon the basics taught in the CNA course, focusing on care of the client in the home. On completion, student receives a CA Home Health Aide license (HHA).

Transfer Information: CSU Transferable

CNA 103 Acute Care Skills For The CNA (1.5 Unit)

Corequisites: Prior or concurrent enrollment in CNA 101.

Limitations on Enrollment: Must pass physical exam and hold current CPR card specifying "For Health Care Provider" and a Social Security card.

Hours: 45.5 (18 lecture, 27.5 lab)

The long-term care skills of the CNA are expanded to include basic nursing skills used in an acute-hospital setting. Classroom lecture and supervised experience in an acute-care hospital included.