Nursing
Sarah Jornigan
Health Sciences Department Chair
Nurse Aide Program Coordinator & Phlebotomy Program Director
828-652-0639
Nurse Aide Certificate (C45840)
The Nurse Aide curriculum prepares individuals to work under the supervision of licensed nursing professionals in performing nursing care and services for persons of all ages.
Topics include growth and development, personal care, vital signs, communication, nutrition, medical asepsis, therapeutic activities, accident and fire safety, household environment and equipment management, family resources and services, and employment skills.
Upon completion, the student may be eligible for listing as a Nurse Aide I and other selected Nurse Aide registries as determined by the local program of study.
Current classes for Nurse Aide Training are listed on the McDowell Technical Community College Website under Academic Department: Nursing
In addition to the courses listed below, students may be required to take transition/co-requisite classes based on RISE criteria. These classes do not count toward hours required for graduation.
Major Courses | Title | Class | Lab | Clinical | Credit |
MED 121 | Medical Terminology I | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
MED 122 | Medical Terminology II | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
NAS 101 | Nurse Aide I | 3 | 4 | 3 | 6 |
NAS 102 | Nurse Aide II | 3 | 2 | 6 | 6 |
Total Credits | 18 |
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Recommended Semester Schedule
Major Courses | Title | Class | Lab | Clinical | Credit |
First Year-Fall Semester |
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NAS 101 | Nurse Aide I | 3 | 4 | 3 | 6 |
MED 121 | Medical Terminology I | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
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First Year – Spring Semester |
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NAS 102 | Nurse Aide II | 3 | 2 | 6 | 6 |
MED 122 | Medical Terminology II | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |