Students learn basic anatomy and physiology, communication and clinical math skills. Includes basic patient care skills necessary to work in a nursing home, private home or hospital setting. Personal care, restorative care skills, vital signs and lifting are some of the skills taught in a lab setting. This course also provides the opportunity to practice supervised basic patient care skills in a long-term care setting.
*HLTH 1001 must be completed prior to beginning the clinical portion of the course. The clinical portion is designated by HOSP in the CNM Schedule of Classes.
Note(s) Theory / Lab Hours (60 theory / 45 lab hours/ 45 clinical hours per term)