Health Assisting/Pre-Nursing
The Health Assisting/Pre-Nursing program provides a foundation of skills and experience that students can apply to a range of professions including certified nurse assistants (CNA), home health aides, activities assistants, Alzheimer’s patient caregivers, and pharmacy technicians. Through clinical affiliations with area hospitals, nursing homes, and retirement communities, students gain valuable hands-on experience in administering patient care.
Highlights
- Health careers
- Body mechanics
- Administering personal patient care
- Monitoring vital signs
- Communications skills
- Child growth and development
- Clinical rotation to prepare for the Certified Nursing Assistant exam
Technical Program Spotlight Video
Career Opportunities in Health Assisting/Pre-Nursing
Entry-Level Occupations
- Activities Assistant
- Alzheimer’s Caregiver
- Dietary Aide
- Geriatric Aide
- Home Health Care Aide
- Nursing Assistant
- Pharmacy Technician
- Rehabilitation Aide
- Rehabilitation Facility
- Teacher Aide in Pediatric
With Experience and/or Advanced Training
- Central Supply Technician
- Dental Aide
- Electrocardiogram (EKG) Technician
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)/Paramedic
- Medical Assistant
- Patient Care Technician
- Phlebotomist
- Physical Therapy Aide
- Respiratory Therapy Aide
Related Occupations
- Dental Assistant
- Laboratory Technician
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Medical Assistant
- Medical Records Technician
- Medical Secretary
- Professional Nurse (with Bachelor of Science)
- Respiratory Technician
- Technical Nurse (with Associates Degree)
- X-Ray Technician