Nursing Assistant Training

The nursing assistant program at L E Fletcher Technical 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 Louisiana colleges that offer nursing assistant training.

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L E Fletcher Technical Community College

300 Howard Ave, Houma, LA

About
L.E.Fletcher Technical Community College, located in Houma, Louisiana, was founded in 1948, when it was known as the South Louisiana Trade School. As the school grew, so did its offerings, expanding into a full technical college, followed by becoming a branch of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System. In 2003 the school separated from the LCTCS, becoming a separate institution and taking its current name.

Academics
L.E. Fletcher Technical Community College offers a number of technical programs aimed at preparing students for a high demand career, particularly those within the school's service area. In addition, transfer opportunities are available through certain courses and curriculums. Career training programs provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to enter the workforce as a professional in their chosen field. Graduates will receive a diploma or certificate upon completion of the program, demonstrating competency and allowing students to find entry level positions immediately after graduation. These programs take between one and two years to complete.

Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Criminal Justice
• General Studies
• Nursing
• Phlebotomy

Admissions and Financial Aid
As a public two year open enrollment institution, any individual applying for admissions will be admitted if they meet the minimum standards set by the school and state. Students must complete an admissions application as well as provide any transcripts, after which it is recommended that new students meet with an academic advisor and participate in orientation prior to the start of classes.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans and grants. Students in need of financial assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the resulting student aid report from which will be used to determine need, eligibility and awards. Students may be asked to provide additional financial information prior to the disbursement of funds to ensure the accuracy of the information provided.

Students Enrolled in the Nursing Assistant Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. L E Fletcher Technical Community 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).