Nursing Assistant Training

The nursing assistant program at George C Wallace State Community College – Selma 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 Alabama colleges that offer nursing assistant training.

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George C Wallace State Community College – Selma

801 Main St NW, Hanceville, AL

George C Wallace State Community College has been educating students since 1963. It has improved the lives of over one million residents of Alabama. The college is located in Selma, Alabama and offers an affordable education. Student enrollment is over 1,700 students. Tuition is $109 per credit.

The college strives to offer cutting edge programs that meet the needs of students and employers. George C Wallace State Community College offers programs that prepare students for transfer to other colleges and universities. The college also offers vocational and career education that leads students into immediate employment, re-trains existing employees, and promotes local and state economic stability and competitiveness. Wallace Community College also works with individuals to formulate their educational goals.

WCCS offers 16 technical programs. These programs are: Auto Body Repair, Air Conditioning/Refrigeration, Auto Mechanics, Cosmetology, Drafting & Design Technology, Electrical Technology, Office Administration, Office Administration (Accounting), Information Processing (Secretarial), Information Technology, Medical Transcription, Practical Nursing, Nursing Assistant, Masonry, and Machine Tool Technology & Welding.

The school offers health care to students as well as numerous activities. WCCS provides the opportunity to participate in athletic competition including football, basketball, volleyball, and baseball. Students can also become a member of the student government.

Wallace State Community College offers community services to meet the economic, cultural, and educational needs of Selma and the surrounding area. The mission of the college is to offer facilities and equipment to businesses, high schools, and non-profit groups in the area for community programs.

Students Enrolled in the Nursing Assistant Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. George C Wallace State Community College – Selma has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Less Than Two-Year Award

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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).