Nursing Assistant

This competency-based course is designed to prepare students with knowledge of the basic nursing assistant skills which are necessary to assess, plan, provide, and evaluate care to patients in various healthcare settings. Students will engage with interactive videos, while learning about infection control, personal care skills, mental health needs, and legal responsibilities. Using virtual reality, students will learn how to obtain and record standard vital signs, identify basic body parts, demonstrate wheelchair assistance and ambulation, and perform a modified bed bath. Upon completion of this course, students will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to earn a digital badge as a Nursing Assistant, and will be better prepared for the certification exam. Ultimately, this course is designed to provide students with a competitive edge for entry into the healthcare global marketplace