Nursing Assistant Long Term Care

Hours

120 Hours. Approximately 4 months.
Tuesday & Thurdsday, 5pm – 9pm
Clinical Times Vary.

Start Dates

Cost

Approximately $1,187

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Courses & Clock Hours

OCPCourse NumberCourse TitleLength
APRN0090Nurse Aide and Orderly120 hours

Program Topics

  • Safe and efficient work practices
  • Legal and ethical responsibilities
  • Basic patient care
  • Care of the elderly patient
  • Nutrition
  • Restorative activities.

Program Overview

Do you want a career where you can make a difference in people’s lives? Would you like to become a hero and become a positive influence for those in need? Can you see yourself as a Nursing Assistant, part of a healthcare team working side by side with nurses and other healthcare professionals providing care to those in need? Our top notch, board approved Nursing Assistant Program is your answer!

Cape Coral Technical College offers two types of Nursing Assistant Programs, Articulated and Long Term Care.

Nursing Assistant Program graduates are trained caregivers and eligible to take the Florida State Nursing Certification Exam.

Our small classes are designed to provide you with hands-on, personal instruction, guiding you toward becoming a competent and caring Nursing Assistant. You will work directly with patients and nurses at hospitals and other patient care facilities.

The healthcare industry is in high-demand for qualified Nursing Assistant employees. With Cape Coral Technical College’s approved Nursing Assistant Program, the training for hospital positions qualifies and prepares you to become a member of this exciting field.

Industry Certifications

  • Our Nursing Assistant program has been approved by the Florida Board of Nursing.
  • After successful completion of the program students receive a certificate of completion and are eligible to take the Florida Certified Nursing Assistant State Exam. This certification is required to gain employment at Lee Health as well as other health care facilities working as a CNA, (Certified Nursing Assistant).
  • Other certificates awarded after successful completion are:
  • American Heart Association – Basic Life Support (BLS).