Please refer to the College Catalog and the Schedule of Classes

The link below offers information regarding other

Community College CNA programs

http://ca-hwi.org/ccchealth/program_detail.cfm?pk=170

Course Description:

A course in selected fundamental nursing skills needed to care for the hospitalized patient. This course includes clinical practice in a skilled nursing facility, with emphasis on the role and responsibilities of the nurse assistant. Skills also include safety principles and infection control, basic patient care skills, and the emotional, social, and spiritual needs of the patient. The purpose of this collegiate program is to prepare the participant to receive a certificate of completion, take the California Certificate Examination, and to provide a mechanism to begin preparation for the next level of nursing education.

Application Procedure:

• Obtain Pre-Admittance Packet (see below) from the Allied Health and Public Safety Division Office (ALLB-307)

• Obtain COC application, complete and submit

• Schedule placement tests with testing center and obtain placement tests results

• Schedule an appointment for advisement/orientation

• Register for class through regular college registration process
  NOTE: All transcripts of high school and/or college credits should be forwarded to COC as soon as possible and preferably prior to your counseling/advisement session.

In order to register, a Pre-Admittance Packet must be picked up in the Allied Health and Public Safety Division Office (ALLB-307)

All students are required to provide the following documentation to the Allied Health and Public Safety Division Office prior to the first day of class:                 (forms and instructions are included in the packet)

• Application for Nurse Assistant/Home Health Certification

• Clear Background Check

• Emergency Information

• Physical Examination

• Clear Drug Screening

• Covered Employee Notification of Rights Material

• Current CPR Card for Healthcare Professionals

• Current L.A. City Fire Card

• Malpractice Insurance

• CNA Nursing Patch

• Student CNA Badge
  
  Counseling Information: Students are advised to make an appointment with a COC counselor prior to advancement to the next level of nursing education.