HSC 178 - Advanced Nurse Aide

4 credits

This course is designed as an optional additional unit of instruction to be given either in conjunction with or following the approved 75 hour Nurse Aide course. The 75 hour Nurse Aide course meets the OBRA (Nursing Home Reform) requirements for nurse aides who work in long term care. This additional material provides the learner with content emphasizing the knowledge, attitude and skills necessary for providing patient care in the acute setting.

Prerequisite:
HSC 173, HSC 174, documentation by a transcript or certificate of completion of an approved nurse aide course.

Semester Typically Offered:
Spring Only