Nurse Aide Certification Training (G3 and FastForward Eligible)

Length: 1 semester

G3 and Fast Forward Tuition Assistance

Purpose

This program teaches you the skills needed to assist with nursing care in a variety of settings, including hospitals, nursing homes, and residences. This program is the first step in the pathway to becoming a nurse. The combination of class time and clinical rotations provides you with plenty of practice and the confidence to succeed. Following successful completion of the course you will be prepared to take the Virginia State Board of Nursing exam for licensure.

Admission Requirements

• Pass background check and drug screening scheduled by Rappahannock Community College
• Provide proof of required vaccinations/immunities through the document tracker. Applicants will be provided access to the tracker by Rappahannock Community College

Program Requirements

Clinical and behavioral requirements and supervised student experiences are required by the program and will be accomplished at selected agencies. Students are responsible for transportation to these facilities. Program preceptors will observe and evaluate student suitability for the profession across all domains of learning. If students do not exhibit the documented behaviors required of the healthcare professional, they may be asked to withdraw from the program. All students must comply with healthcare agency requirements for criminal background checks, drug testing, and CPR certification.

Student Estimated Costs

Call 804-333-6730 or email advisor@rappahannock.edu to register for the next Nurse Aide Certificatio