With the Nurse Aide credential, students can get an entry-level healthcare position as a certified nursing assistant, nurse aide, nurse assistant, geriatric aide, or hospital attendant.
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Study disciplines related to delivering healthcare including, the optimization of health and abilities, prevention of illness and injury and the diagnosis and treatment of individuals and communities.
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Gwinnett Tech’s Nurse Aide certificate provides interactive, hands-on learning. Students learn patient care by taking vital signs, obtaining lab specimens, assisting with activities of daily living, and observing and charting patient information. With the Nurse Aide credential, students can get an entry-level healthcare position as a certified nursing assistant, nurse aide, nurse assistant, geriatric aide, or hospital attendant.
This program prepares graduates for careers in the healthcare field. This one-semester program (after you complete your prerequisite courses.)
This program is offered at Gwinnett Tech’s Lawrenceville campuses.
What can I expect from this program?
This program provides interactive, hands-on learning. Students learn patient care by taking vital signs, obtaining lab specimens, assisting with activities of daily living, and observing and charting patient information.
What duties do Nurse Aides perform in the work field?
Nurse aides provide intimate, hands-on healthcare to patients in diverse settings, helping with bathing, dressing, and basic living activities. Your duties may include repositioning bedridden patients, taking vital signs, feeding patients, and so much more…
How much will it cost?
Gwinnett Tech offers affordability at $107 per credit hour + fees. Great opportunities for scholarships and financial aid with HOPE Grant, HOPE scholarship, HOPE Career Grants and more!
What are my program options?
What career options will I have?
- Nurse Assistant
- Nurse Aide
Take the first step toward a career as a Nurse Aide and apply for next semester! Important dates and deadlines are listed to get you started, and if you’re looking for ways to pay for your education, explore our scholarships for this program and state and federal funds for which you may be eligible. You can also learn about our faculty and clubs and organizations to join!
For more information on the process and prerequisite courses please attend one of our Monthly Information Sessions to learn more.
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