This course consists of 175 hours, which includes 95 hours of lecture/lab and competency testing and 80 hours of clinical experience.

Students will learn to set up oxygen, complete dressing changes, assist with IV therapy, administer tube feedings, suction patients, perform trachea care, perform catheter insertions and wound care, and provide care for patients with impactions.

In order to pass the course, students must meet attendance requirements, pass the final written exam and competency testing, and successfully complete the skill modules mandated by the North Carolina Board of Nursing.

Requirements: Student must provide proof of high school diploma or GED and must be listed on the NC NA I registry in good standing throughout the duration of the course.

Other costs associated with this course are uniforms, ID tag, textbook , criminal background check, and drug screen. Students will be required to show proof of immunizations prior to clinical assignment – around the 2nd week of class.

Other Requirements: (Bring all of the following on registration day):

• High school diploma or GED

• Driver’s license or state ID

• Social security card

• Proof of NA I listing on the NCNA registry

• Tuition in full

Total hours: 175

To view current schedule, registration dates, and costs, please click on the “Register Now” button to the left.

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Registration is on a first-come first-served basis, and begins on a pre-determined day each semester.  If you need additional information, please call Nina Schrenkel at (704)991-0342.