Academic Programs
Nursing Assistant, Certificate
Overview
Nursing Assistant is a three-credit class designed to prepare students for entry-level jobs in nursing homes and other healthcare facilities and introduces concepts of basic human needs, health/illness and basic nursing skills.
Locations
Granite Falls, Jackson, Luverne, Marshall, Pipestone, Worthington
Skills are demonstrated in a supervised laboratory setting and in a clinical environment. The nursing assistant will be able to perform tasks that are related to patient/resident care and supportive of nursing care. Clinical experience in a nursing home is included.
This course is designed to prepare one to successfully complete the Minnesota Nursing Assistant Certification Competency Examination and be able to apply for the Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry.
Link to:
Nursing Assistant Registration Packet
Minnesota West Nursing Program
CNA Test-Out Dates
Test-Out or Challenge Candidate Application - Form 1001MN
Medication Administration for Unlicensed Personnel
This 48-hour course meets Minnesota requirements for medication administration. It will review information required for unlicensed personnel to administer medications while under the direction and supervision of a licensed Registered Nurse.