Cert in Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants

The Nursing Assistant certificate gives students the knowledge and skills to pass the state certification exam after a single quarter of classes and labs. Graduates are prepared to provide personal care, move patients, take vital signs and make beds. Learning outcomes include supporting daily living, mobility and nutrition, applying infection prevention and safety protocols, maintaining confidentiality and dignity, and reporting changes in a patient's condition to the care team. Ties with nearby care centers and agencies give students practical experience. The program totals eight credits and is offered at the Walla Walla and Clarkston campuses and online. Prospective students can contact the department listed on the program page, and the college financial aid and scholarship offices can explain ways to fund study.