Acute Care Nursing Assistant Certificate
An Acute Care Nursing Assistant (ACNA), which is also called nursing assistant, orderly, patient care technician, patient care assistant (and others), cares for individuals and their needs in a hospital environment. The ACNA may work on a specific hospital unit (pediatrics, adult, obstetrics) or the emergency room. The skills learned during the ACNA course prepares the student to perform skills safely and correctly in the fast-paced environment of a hospital.
Approvals
The Acute Care Nursing Assistant Program at Crafton Hills College is approved as a college certificate program. Local hospital partners have approved this curriculum as an experiential course in a hospital setting.
| Track | Accepted | Retention | Completion | State Test PASS results | Job Placement rates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2023 | 20 | 16 | 80 | ||
| Spring 2024 | 20 | 19 | 95 |
If you are already a CNA and wish to take the ACNA class, follow the Steps for Enrollment.
Course Offerings
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