Career and Technical Education

Students in the Certified Nursing Aid Pre-Nursing pathway will work with patients at various facilities including long-term care facilities. Students learn skills common to specific health career topics such as patient nursing care, dental care, animal care, medical laboratory, public health, and an introduction to healthcare systems. Medical Terminology prepares students with language skills necessary for effective, independent use of health and medical reference materials. The Healthcare Specialist: CNA prepares individuals desiring to work as nursing assistants with the knowledge, skills and attitudes essential for providing basic care in extended care facilities, hospitals and home health agencies under the direction of licensed nurses. In the capstone, students acquire additional knowledge and skills necessary to work in a variety of health care settings beyond a long term care facility, including hospitals, doctor’s 52 offices and clinics. Students can accomplish this goal by completing coursework that will cover topics such as Medical Law and Ethics, Electronic Health Records, and/or Behavioral Health.