Geriatric Care Certificate (GC51)
The Geriatric Care Assistant Technical Certificate provides the basic knowledge and skills needed to qualify employment as a nurse aide in nursing homes, elder personal care homes, and home healthcare agencies. The certificate emphasizes geriatric patient care, CPR, and first aid. Students successfully completing the certificate are eligible to be
placed on the State Registry for nurse aides
Career Opportunities
Graduates may find employment as nurse aides in hospitals, nursing care facilities, home health care services, and community care.
Credit Required for Completion: Minimum of 15 credit hours
Curriculum
Occupational Courses
*A student who completes NAST 1100 is eligible to sit for the National Nurse Aide Assessment Program written/oral and skills competency exam and, if successful, may become a Certified Nurse Aide.