CNA/HHA Principles and Skills

Catalog description

This course introduces the student to the fundamental training and skills necessary to take the certified nurse aide and home health aide exams. Students learn the importance of professionalism and develop the traits, behaviors and skills that employers are demanding of today's health care workers. Emphasis is placed, upon communication, safety, infection control procedures and basic personal care skills for patients/residents in sub-acute, long-term care and in an individual's home. Topics include work ethics and performance, personal values, personal traits of the health care professional, interpersonal relationships, teamwork, communication skills, and cultural competence. Other topics will include vital signs, documentation, the legal and regulatory practices for the nursing assistant/home health aide.This course will also provide certification in CPR training and basic first aide training.A minimum grade of C+ must be earned in this course. Students must attend all course meetings and complete all clinical requirements in order to be eligible to take the state certification exam. Note: This course is open to accepted Allied Health Patient Care Technician Program students only. MEETING DETAILS:2.5 hrs lec; 6 hrs lab; 1.5 hrs clin