Nursing Career Ladder - Nursing Assistant (CO)

Program
Degree Type
Certificate of Competence

Under the umbrella of the Nursing Career Ladder are Certificates enabling individuals to gain the education and training needed for entry to various nursing-related professions.  Grade C or better is required in all courses for a certificate or degree in Allied Health, unless stipulated otherwise.

Contact the Allied Health department at (808) 984-3250, or by email at ahoffice@hawaii.edu for information.

Nurse Assistant (CO)

Prepares individuals to work in hospitals, extended care facilities, private nursing agencies, and home health agencies under supervision of an LPN or RN.  Graduates are eligible to take the Certification Examination.

NURS 100 takes one semester; there is no selection process.

Prerequisite:  ENG 19 with grade C or better or placement at least ENG 22.

Course #
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
6
Total Credits
6