Students learn to meet the personal hygiene, nutritional, and safety needs of the older patient.
Skills are practiced in the school lab and in a local nursing home. Program completers are prepared for the Florida Nursing Assistant Certification Exam and employment in nursing homes or long term care facilities. Admission is limited and individuals interested in the program should apply to the division of allied health at least two months in advance of expected registration. Admission requirements for the program are listed in the program application packet. A grade of C or above is necessary in each course to receive a certificate.