Oct 09, 2026  
2026-2027 College Catalog 
    
2026-2027 College Catalog
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NUR 27 Nurse Aide I

5 credit(s)


Upon successful completion of this course, students are eligible to sit for the competency evaluation required by the Virginia Board of Nursing in order to be placed on the nurse aide registry.

Teaches care of older patients with emphasis on the social, emotional, and spiritual needs of geriatric patients; procedures; communication and interpersonal relations; observation, charting and reporting; safety and infection control; anatomy and physiology; personal care, nutrition and patient feeding; death and dying. May include laboratory or clinical hours.
 

NOTE: This course includes a course fee. These fees help ensure this program has the equipment, supplies, and materials needed to provide students with quality educational experiences. Course fees are charged in addition to standard tuition and will appear on your SIS student account bill. Federal and state financial aid may be applied toward these course fees. More information can be found online at Course Fees - VCCS.
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  Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 6 hours. Total 9 hours per week.



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