Nurse Aide Specialist

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Nurse Aid Specialist
Nurse Aid Specialist
Nurse Aid Specialist

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the healthcare industry is exploding. Employment of healthcare occupations is projected to grow 14 percent from 2018 to 2028, much faster than the average for all occupations, adding about 1.9 million new jobs. Healthcare occupations are projected to add more jobs than any other occupational groups.

This high growth rate is driven by development of new technology and treatment modalities, aging of the population, increased healthcare spending, and the need to replace healthcare workers who retire or leave their jobs for other reasons. Growing demand for qualified healthcare workers means excellent employment opportunities for a wide variety of people. Most health support occupations require less than four years of college and many employers offer competitive wage and benefit packages including insurance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible hours to allow for continued education.
The Pre-Nursing program is designed to prepare students to pursue a profession in nursing, as well as provide a foundation for students interested in pursuing another health-related field.  By completing the certifications in Nurse Aide (NA) and/or Advanced Unlicensed Assistant (AUA), students become qualified to work in hospitals and long term care facilities. High school students may also begin working toward pursuing one of our other adult health programs.

 

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At A Glance

Open To

Adults

Campus

Reno, Rockwell

Total Hours Required

619 hours

Length

Full-time: 5.5months of instruction

Part-time: 11months of instruction

Program length may vary based on progress rate and/or summer school attendance.

Times

Rockwell Campus: 2 sessions, Monday through Friday,8:00 am -10:55 am and 12:30 pm -3:25 pm

Part-time students enroll in either the AM or PM session. Full-time students attend both sections.

Reno Campus: Full Time Evening only, 7-9months,3:45 pm –10:00pm, Monday -Thursday

Courses

  • Professional Skills 75 hours
  • Alzheimer’s 25 hours
  • CPR & First Aid 15 hours
  • Home Health Deeming 16 hours
  • Nurse Aide 140 hours
  • Medical Terminology 45 hours
  • Advanced Unlicensed Assistant 240 hours
  • Phlebotomy 48 hours
  • Medication Administration Technician 15 hours

Tuition & Costs

Costs for In-State Adult Students

Licensure / Certifications

  • CPR/First Aid
  • Medication Administration Technician Certification
  • Alzheimer’s Certification
  • Home Health Deeming Certification-$10.00
  • Phlebotomy Certification
  • Long Term Care Nurse Aide Certification -$80.00
  • Advanced Unlicensed Assistant State Certification -$100.00 -$170.00

Tuition & Fees

  • In-State Tuition -$1,361.80
  • Application Fee (non-refundable) -$15.00

Textbooks, Supplies, and Certifications (Estimated)

  • Textbooks -$165.00-$200.00
  • Background Check and Drug Screen -$75.00
  • Scrubs and Shoes -$75.00
  • Immunizations for clinical (approximate) -$250.00 -$300.00

Total Estimated Costs for In-State Adult Students

In-State Adult Students -$1,991.80*

This career major is available for Financial Aid
Financial Aid Information

*Immunization costs can vary widely depending upon the specific immunizations needed and where they are obtained. Add cost of clinical immunizations to the estimated total. Additional scrubs may be purchased for approximately $30.00 each, if desired.With instructor approval, Francis Tuttle will pay the cost of one certification. Add additional desired certifications not paid by Francis Tuttle to the total estimated cost. To take certification exams, students must have a social security card or proof of US citizenship and must be able to pass a background check. All students are required to pass a drug screen prior to attendance at clinicals.

Costs for Out-of-State Adult Students

Licensure / Certifications

  • CPR/First Aid
  • Medication Administration Technician Certification
  • Alzheimer’s Certification
  • Home Health Deeming Certification-$10.00
  • Phlebotomy Certification
  • Long Term Care Nurse Aide Certification -$80.00
  • Advanced Unlicensed Assistant State Certification -$100.00 -$170.00

Tuition & Fees

  • Out-of-State Tuition -$2,723.60
  • Application Fee (non-refundable) -$15.00

Textbooks, Supplies, and Certifications (Estimated)

  • Textbooks -$165.00-$200.00
  • Background Check and Drug Screen -$75.00
  • Scrubs and Shoes -$75.00
  • Immunizations for clinical (approximate) -$250.00 -$300.00

Total Estimated Costs for Out-of-State Adult Students

Out-of-State Adult Students -$3,353.60*

This career major is available for Financial Aid
Financial Aid Information

*Immunization costs can vary widely depending upon the specific immunizations needed and where they are obtained. Add cost of clinical immunizations to the estimated total. Additional scrubs may be purchased for approximately $30.00 each, if desired.With instructor approval, Francis Tuttle will pay the cost of one certification. Add additional desired certifications not paid by Francis Tuttle to the total estimated cost. To take certification exams, students must have a social security card or proof of US citizenship and must be able to pass a background check. All students are required to pass a drug screen prior to attendance at clinicals.

Employment & Outcomes

Salary Range

$9.00 -$15.00

per hour

Gainful Employment

This program leads to gainful employment in a recognized occupation. For more information on occupational outcomes, job placement rates, on-time completion rates, loan debt, and other useful information, see

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Pass Rate

86%

completion

Employment Opportunities

Graduates of this program are qualified to work for:

Hospitals and Long-Term Care facilities, Healthcare Provider Offices

NA/AUA

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