Duration: 24 weeks, 3 hours per week
Week 1: Introduction to Nursing Assisting
- Course overview and expectations
- The role of a nursing assistant
- Healthcare settings and interdisciplinary teams
Week 2: Medical Terminology
- Basic medical terminology
- Abbreviations and symbols
- Anatomical positions and directions
Week 3: Anatomy and Physiology I
- Introduction to human body systems
- Integumentary system
- Musculoskeletal system
Week 4: Anatomy and Physiology II
- Circulatory system
- Respiratory system
- Digestive system
Week 5: Anatomy and Physiology III
- Urinary system
- Nervous system
- Endocrine system
Week 6: Medical Law and Ethics
- Legal responsibilities and scope of practice
- Confidentiality and HIPAA
- Ethical principles in healthcare
Week 7: Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Verbal and nonverbal communication
- Active listening and empathy
- Communicating with diverse populations
Week 8: Infection Control and Safety
- Standard precautions and hand hygiene
- Personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Environmental safety and emergency procedures
Week 9: Basic Nursing Skills I
- Bed making and linen changes
- Bathing and personal care
- Assisting with mobility and transfers
Week 10: Basic Nursing Skills II
- Feeding and nutrition
- Elimination and toileting assistance
- Hydration and fluid balance
Week 11: Vital Signs I
- Temperature, pulse, and respiration
- Blood pressure measurement
- Pain assessment
Week 12: Vital Signs II
- Oxygen saturation
- Height and weight measurements
- Recognizing and reporting abnormal findings
Week 13: Patient Care I
- Activities of daily living (ADLs)
- Promoting independence and dignity
- Patient-centered care and cultural competence
Week 14: Patient Care II
- Skin integrity and pressure ulcer prevention
- Fall prevention and safety
- Incontinence care and management
Week 15: Specialized Patient Care
- Dementia and cognitive impairment
- Care for patients with disabilities
- End-of-life care and hospice
Week 16: Documentation and Reporting
- Accurate documentation and record-keeping
- Reporting changes in patient condition
- Incident reporting and legal considerations
Week 17: Basic Life Support (BLS)
- CPR and AED use
- Choking management
- First aid basics
Week 18: Mental Health and Emotional Well-being
- Recognizing mental health issues in patients
- Supporting emotional well-being
- Self-care and stress management for nursing assistants
Week 19: Nutrition and Hydration
- Nutritional requirements and special diets
- Feeding techniques and adaptive equipment
- Monitoring intake and output
Week 20: Rehabilitation and Restorative Care
- Range of motion exercises
- Ambulation and mobility assistance
- Adaptive equipment and assistive devices
Week 21: Preparing for Clinical Rotations
- Professionalism and workplace expectations
- Clinical site orientation
- Time management and organization
Week 22-23: Clinical Rotations
- Hands-on experience in healthcare settings
- Supervised practice of nursing assistant skills
- Applying classroom knowledge to real-world situations
Week 24: Final Exam and Certification Preparation
- Review of course content
- Test-taking strategies
- NAC certification exam overview and registration process
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Nursing Assistant Certification Course
Non-FictionThe AMCA NAC (American Medical Certification Association Nursing Assistant Certification) Course is a training program designed to prepare individuals for a career as a nursing assistant. The course equips students with the necessary knowledge and s...
