L.EXP 140 - Health Profession Experience: CNA

Credits: 3

This course, intended for those interested in healthcare, allows students an opportunity to experience healthcare from the inside. Students will learn the skills and knowledge necessary to be a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) and put these lessons into practice during supervised clinical work. Upon successful completion of the course students will be eligible to take the Iowa written and skills competency exams required to be a certified nurse aide. Students will use this experience to develop a clearer picture of the healthcare field and reflect on their future role in it. Training and clinical work will occur locally but off campus.
Prerequisite: Tuberculosis screening and background check.
Co-requisite: None
General Education Classification: Not Applicable