Professional Medical Careers
The Professional Medical Careers: Nursing program introduces students to the rewarding medical field and teaches knowledge and skills applicable to many medical occupations. Students explore medical careers in their areas of interest, as well as in targeted demand areas for future job openings. The program is designed to prepare students for initial certifications as a Nursing Assistant (NAC), including a 50-hour clinical internship, as well as continued training in nursing. Students spend time in the classroom and in community facilities learning many procedures for patient care including: taking blood pressure, temperatures, pulse and respiration, as well as learning how to bathe, groom, feed, lift, exercise and position patients. **Private transportation is required for clinical internship.