Courses
Workforce Credit Certificate Courses
Prerequisites: HCP 0102C, HCP 0311, completion of 10th grade,
18 years of age, health clearance, and completion of a basic course in cardiopulmonary
resuscitation. Corequisite: HCP 0001. This course includes knowledge and skills
relating to various client care activities and associated non-professional
services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of clients
in non-complex situations. This care may be given in a general hospital, a
nursing home or the home of the client. Family differences and ethical, safe
practices will be stressed and instruction is limited to those supportive services
necessary to assist the client toward independent living in a safe environment.
The role of patient care assistants as assistants to and under direction of,
the registered nurse is emphasized. Upon successful completion, graduates will
be able to take the state of Florida examination to become certified nursing
assistants and will also be eligible to function as home health care aides.
