Core Subjects:

1. • Basic Nursing Skills: Learning to assist with activities such as bathing, dressing, feeding, and toileting.
   • Vital Signs Monitoring: Training in measuring and recording vital signs like blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration rate.
   • Infection Control: Understanding protocols to prevent the spread of infections in healthcare settings.
   • Communication Skills: Learning effective communication techniques for interacting with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
   • Ethics and Professionalism: Understanding ethical principles and maintaining professional boundaries in patient care.
   • Clinical Training:
     • Hands-on Experience: Practical training in healthcare facilities, where students apply their classroom learning under the supervision of experienced CNAs or nurses.
     • Patient Interaction: Opportunities to work directly with patients, providing care, observing their condition, and reporting any changes to the nursing staff.
2. Certification Preparation:
   • Exam Preparation: Training to prepare for the state certification exam, which typically includes written and skills demonstration components.
   • Practice Sessions: Opportunities to practice essential skills and procedures to ensure readiness for the certification exam.
3. Professional Development:
   • Continuing Education: Understanding the importance of ongoing learning and professional development to maintain certification and stay updated on best practices in patient care.
   • Career Advancement: Exploring opportunities for career growth within the healthcare field, such as pursuing further education to become a licensed practical nurse (LPN) or registered nurse (RN).