Nursing Assistant Training

The nursing assistant program at Florida Keys Community 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 Florida colleges that offer nursing assistant training.

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Florida Keys Community College (FIU)

11200 S. W. 8 Street, Miami, FL

Florida Keys Community College, located in Key West, Florida, is the southernmost post secondary institution in the continental United States. Sometime referred to as Key West Community College, the school serves the residents of the Florida Keys. The school is home to the Tennessee Williams Fine Art Center, and is named for the famous playwright who lived in Key West.

The Florida Keys are home to the only living barrier reef in the northern hemisphere and the school offer maritime programs that reflect the unique location of the school. In 2011 Lagoon Landing was opened to students of FKCC. Lagoon Landing is a 100 bed residence hall located on campus and priced affordably for students.

Academics

Florida Keys Community College offers a variety of programs. Aside from the transfer programs to 4 year institutions, FKCC offers vocational and career programs, including specialized marine technology programs designed to fit the needs of the Key West community.

Programs offered include:

• Nursing
• Business Administration
• Marine Technology
• Addiction Studies
• Computer Information Technology

Admissions and Financial Aid

Students wishing to enroll at FKCC must complete and submit the admissions application (online or hardcopy) along with all relevant documents and fees. Financial aid is available to eligible students and is administered through the college's financial aid office.

Students wishing to apply for financial aid should complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and fall within the financial aid guidelines listed on the school's website.

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).