Become a Nurse Assistant (NA)
The nurse assistant program aims to equip students with the skills to work as entry-level healthcare professionals within a team.
The curriculum focuses on training students to provide direct care to patients/residents, administer comfort measures, and accurately handle data. Throughout the program, students will learn about principles of critical thinking, team membership, ethics, caring, communication, and cultural sensitivity. The program consists of classroom lectures, laboratory exercises, and clinical care experiences to ensure that students receive a well-rounded education. This program is only offered at the City of Industry campus.
Program at a Glance
Hours: 164 hours (62 hours theory; 102 hours laboratory/clinical)
Time to Complete: 8 weeks
Prerequisite: High School Diploma or GED
Location: City of Industry
What You’ll Learn
Develop critical thinking, logical reasoning, and communication skills to assist patients and healthcare professionals in reporting and addressing health issues promptly.
- Learn effective methods to communicate with patients and their families as you navigate the complexities of patient care, perform various medical procedures, and organize patient information efficiently.
- Understand patient care, including safety principles, infection control, and methods for providing both physical care as well as emotional and social support.
- After completing the Nurse Assistant program, you will be eligible to take the Licensing Examination, allowing you to become a Certified Nursing Assistant and start your career.
Admission to the NA Program
Launch your healthcare journey by enrolling at Angeles College. To guide you toward your future, we offer a direct admissions pathway, filled with hands-on support and resources from our staff as you navigate the application process.