Nursing Assistant Training

The nursing assistant program at Summit College prepares students for careers as a CNA, nursing assistant, nurse aide, home health aide, or psychiatric aide. The program focuses on routine nursing-related services to patients. Program courses include: documentation, communication, and interpersonal skills, as well as infection control, anatomy and physiology, legal and ethical issues, nutrition and hydration, gerontology and family issues, and pet-assisted therapy. Get more details below including other California colleges that offer nursing assistant training.

Summit College (Soka)

1 University Drive, Aliso Viejo, CA

Summit Career College was founded in 1991 and received its ACCET accreditation 1994, which allowed it offer federal financial aid and title IV benefits. Located in Colton, CA, the college opened a second campus in Anaheim, CA  in 2003 which has seen large growth due to the efforts of the faculty and staff.

Academics
Summit Career College offers a total of nine program across the fields of health care, business and industrial services. The programs are of varying lengths and offer a certificate/diploma when completed. Summit Career College prides itself on educational excellence and works closely with students to ensure their future success.

Some programs offered include:

• Certified Nursing Assistant
• Dental Assistant
• Medical Assistant
• Legal Administrative Assistant
• Welding Technician

Admissions and Financial Aid
Individuals interested in enrolling at Summit Career College should contact the school and set up an appointment. If you find a program that suits your needs you will then take an entrance exam. Only the licensed vocational nurse program requires a high school diploma. Once admitted, you will meet with a financial aid counselor to discuss payment and possible financial aid opportunities.

Students Enrolled in the Nursing Assistant Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Summit College offers a less than one year certificate program in nursing assistant.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Nursing Assistants

Description

Provide basic patient care under direction of nursing staff. Perform duties such as feed, bathe, dress, groom, or move patients, or change linens. May transfer or transport patients. Includes nursing care attendants, nursing aides, and nursing attendants.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).