Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification, IHE Certificate of Completion
Method of Delivery
In Person
When offered
Daytime Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
Nursing Assistant Program Synopsis A. Course Objective: Description: The
Nursing Assistant Program is 6 weeks program of full time education
which includes a total of 153 hours of instruction (as require by the
State Board of Nursing) The Program is designed to prepare students for
certification as nursing assistant. A Nursing Assistant is licensed
caretaker who assist in performing activities of daily living person in
skilled nursing facilities, hospitals, and doctors’ offices. Nursing
Assistants are supervised by Licensed Practical Nurses and Register
Nurses in the healthcare setting. The nursing assistant performs
delegated procedures that are commensurate with the Arizona Board of
Nursing Nurse Aide Practice Act. Competencies to be achieved:
Introduction to Nursing, Infection Control and safety measures, Body
Structure, Function and Vital Signs, Growth & Development throughout
the lifespan, body mechanics, positioning & transfers, Personal
hygiene and grooming, Nutrition and Fluid Intake/ Output, Wound, Surgery
& Respiratory Care, CPR & First Aid, Rehabilitation, Nursing,
Body Disorders, Digestive, Reproductive & Mental Health Disorders,
Developmental Disabilities& End of Life Care, Clinical Externship.
B. Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including
testing, licensure): Tuition- $2,713.00 Registration Fee- $32.00 Books-
$75.00 Uniforms-$60.00 Supplies/Materials-$ 80.00 Certification Exam-$
85.00 Total Program Cost $3,045.00 C. Provide a list of all books
required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition):
Mosby’s Textbook for Nursing Assistants Mosby’s Workbook for Nursing
Assistant D. Provide a list of all supplies required for the program
(even if costs are included in tuition): Drug Test Scrubs (2) sets Blood
Pressure Cuff Stethoscope Watch E. WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status
/Credential Verification: Name: Elizabeth Arredondo Email:
earredondo@rcbh.edu Phone number: (928) 315-7600 F. Direct Website link
to the program: http://www.rcbh.edu G. Additional information: •
Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions
for working in the occupation: RCBH College of Health Careers does not
require Background check for enrollment for the Medical Office
Specialist Program. • Other requirements needed: Students need to submit
to drug testing on the first day of enrollment as per requirement by the
program. Students who test positive for substances are not able to
continue enrollment.
H. Refund Policy:
http://www.rcbh.edu
Pg. 43 of
student Student Catalog
I. Credentials: (The following questions must
be answered along with a supporting explanation for each) • Industry
Recognized: (Developed and offered by, or endorsed by a
nationally-recognized industry association or organization representing
a sizeable portion of the industry sector) Yes or No: Yes Nationally
Recognized Industry Association or Organization: Arizona State Board of
Nursing Certification • Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials)
Yes or No: Yes Career Pathway: Advance Specialty Certifications: C.N.A,
Phlebotomy Technician, LNA, LPN, LVN, RN • Portable: (Recognized in
other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other
industries/companies) Yes or No (Explain): Yes- Nursing Homes, Long Term
Care Setting facilities, Hospitals, Medical Clinics, Home Care. State
Certification is required to enroll in any RN Program in the state of
Arizona. Certification valid in the State of Arizona. • Accredited
Curriculum: (This is referring to the course being accredited, not the
test or school) Yes or No: Yes Accrediting Agency and link to website:
Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES)/AZ State Board of
Nursing J. Credential Attainment Rate: Percentage of students in the
last 24 months who obtained a postsecondary credential, or secondary
school diploma or its recognized equivalent, during participation or
within one year after exit from the training program. 2015-2016
Credentialing Rate= 88% (52 Students) 2016-2017 Credentialing Rate=77%
(43 Students)
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
6
Hours
153
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
Regional Center for Border Health, Inc.
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Curriculum Competency Based
Nursing Assitant
Training Location(s)
601 Riverside Dr. Ste 7
Local WIB
11 - ARIZONA@WORK - Mohave and La Paz Counties
Name of Credential
Certified Nursing Assistant
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
Payment Plans Avaliable
Refund Policy
Yes
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes -
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$75.00
Testing/Exam Fees
$85.00
In-State Tuition
$2,713.00
Other Fees
$60.00 Uniforms
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$2,713.00
Registration Fee
$32.00
Supplies/Materials/Hand Tools (not included in tuition)
$80.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$3,045.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$3,045.00
