Nursing Assistant
Less than One Year Technical Diploma
Program Number:
305431 Program Courses offered at the following Campuses:
About
The Nursing Assistant program is a 3 credit, 120 hour program. It is offered fall, summer & spring semesters. A variety of course schedules are offered at most MATC campuses. The Nursing Assistant Program prepares students for employment as nursing assistants. Students learn communication skills, basic nursing and personal care skills, client rights, and care of clients with dementias. A supervised clinical experience with direct client care is a major component of the course. This program is recognized by the Department of Health Services as a nurse aide training program. Upon successful completion of the program, students are eligible for certification testing (written & skills) for the Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry. Certification is required for employment in nursing homes, hospitals, home health agencies, hospices and home for the developmentally disabled.
Completing the Nursing Assistant program is a prerequisite for other nursing programs throughout the state - including the nursing programs offered at MATC. Upon completion of this training, there is an additional testing fee required for the certification exam to be on the Wisconsin Department of Regulation & Licensing Nurses Aide Registry.
Admissions
This program does not require an application to the college. Students register for individual courses during the open registration period each semester. For more information, please contact the center office.
Review admission Information. PDF (32.93KB)
Review the Essential Functions (PDF 15.43KB)
Students must have a test score of COMPASS Reading of 61 or higher, OR Asset Reading 35 or higher, OR ACT Reading of 14 or higher OR have transcripts on file showing a college level English course with a grade of C or better. Lower scores required remedial classes as indicated on the testing results grid and can be referred to an Advisor for help.
For testing schedules and study guides:
matcmadison.edu/compass-schedules-and-study-guides
Please reveiw the following information:
CBC (Background Information Disclosure form) PDF, 55KB
Any crime relating to the use of violence, drugs or thefts of any kind, including disorderly conduct, domestic abuse, retail theft and fraud may prevent a student from participating in the clinical portion of the course. Felony convictions will prevent participation in the clinical portion of the class.
IF YOU HAVE ANY CRIMINAL CONVICTIONS, YOU MUST SPEAK WITH THE PROGRAM COORDINATOR 608/258-2479 BEFORE REGISTERING FOR CLASS.
Health History Form (Medical Physical History form) PDF, 124KB
A health screening is required to begin the class. You must have an appointment set up with your health care provider so that you have the Health History completed prior to the first class meeting.
Program Outcomes
Program Outcomes:
- Communicate and interact effectively with clients, family, and health care team.
- Maintain and protect client rights
- Perform basic nursing skills
- Provide for client personal care and hygiene
- Assist with client rehabilitation and restorative care, promoting independence
- Provide care for clients with long-term, disabling conditions including dementia
Employment
Career Potential:
- CNA
- Nursing Assistant
- Nurse Aide
- Home Health Aide
- Psychiatric Aide
Additional Info
Additional Info about the Program:
The Nursing Assistant program prepares students for employment as nursing assistants. After completion of the 120-hour course, students will be required to demonstrate the following skills :
- Communication;
- Basic nursing and personal care skills;
- Attention to client’s rights; and
- Care of clients with dementias.
The program is recognized by the Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services as a nurse-aide training program. Upon successful completion of the program, the student is eligible for certification testing (written and skills) for the Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry. Certification is required for employment in nursing homes, hospitals, home health agencies, hospices and homes for the developmentally disabled.
Last Modified: October 21, 2009