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 our website to be included on our roster of prospective students (seating capacity limitations will apply). Mandatory class enrollment 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.