Nursing Assistant
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To become a Nursing Assistant, just follow
the 5 easy steps below. The Nursing Assistant course is typically
5 weeks in length and prepares you to take the Nursing Assistant
state exam. The NAR class is also a prerequisite to HTC’s
Practical Nursing program. |
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Step One - Apply to HTC
You can apply to HTC by clicking on the link below or
you can download a paper application and send it to the Admissions office in the
mail.
Step Two - Take the entrance test
After applying to HTC you will need to call and schedule an appointment for
the entrance test.
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Brooklyn Park Campus - 763-488-2579
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Eden Prairie Campus - 952-995-1450
Step Three - Register for class
After successful completion of the entrance test with a passing
score, you will need to register for a specific Nursing Assistant class.
This needs to be done with the Registration office on campus, by mail
or fax. You will need to turn in your test scores and
registration form all at once. (Find a class that fits your schedule
by clicking the schedule link below. Search for NURS 1001.)
Step Four - Pay Tuition
The Nursing Assistant course is 4 credits. Learn about the tuition
costs and payment options below.
Step Five - Take the state exam
This is your last step after completing the course. Visit the
course schedule online for available Nursing Assistant state exam
dates or stop by the registration office. (NA Written Test and NA
Skills Test).
Nursing Assistant Course Description (NURS 1001)
This course introduces concepts of basic human needs,
health/illness continuum and basic personal care skills. It includes
theory with skills demonstrated in a supervised laboratory setting and
24 hours of clinical care of selected adult patients in a long term
care setting. The role of the nursing assistant in a long term care
facility as well as working with various populations is discussed.
Upon successful completion of this course the candidate is eligible to
take the Minnesota Competency Evaluation for Nursing Assistants.
Individuals successfully completing this examination are placed on the
Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry. (Prereq: Qualifying score on
reading and listening assessment test, or equivalent. The ability to
lift and move 25-50 pounds. Full-time attendance is required at all
sessions).
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More
program details from the "HTC At A Glance" flyer (PDF)
Contact HTC at 952-995-1300 or
info@hennepintech.edu
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