Nursing Assistant/Geriatric Nursing Assistant Classroom (In-Person)

This course provides training in general nursing assistance with a specialization in caring for elderly patients in long term care facilities. You will learn basic nursing skills such as taking vital signs, patient safety, and caring for patients in a variety of clinical settings.  After successful completion of the classroom/lab section, you will be able to attend the clinical section of the course.  Once you have completed the course, you will receive a Certificate of Completion from Montgomery College. You will also be able to apply for CNA certification through Maryland Board of Nursing and will be eligible to take a GNA certification specialization exam. Course prerequisites: You must first complete the Interest Indicator Form found on MC CNA/GNA webpage to be included on our roster of prospective students (seating capacity limitations will apply). Mandatory class registration requirements are: 1) Attendance at a CNA/GNA Information Session; and 2) an 80% or higher score on both a Math and Reading test. A criminal background check, alcohol/drug tests, BLS CPR, TB test, and other immunizations will be required prior to clinical placement.