Long Term Care Nurse Aide Program
Program Overview
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Location
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Tuition$786
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Program Length2 years
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Learning EnvironmentIn-person
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Financial AidFAFSA Eligible
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Certification TypeCertificate of Competence
Program Description
The Long-Term Care Nurse Aide Certificate of Competence program consists of a single course, NURS 100 & 100L (150 hours), which focuses on training entry-level nurse aides to deliver fundamental nursing care to elderly, ill, and disabled individuals in long-term care, sub-acute, and home health settings. Students acquire essential skills in providing basic personal care, effective communication with patients and staff, upholding resident rights, and delivering both physical and emotional support.
Upon successful completion of the Long-Term Care Nurse Aide program and obtaining the Certificate of Competence, students become eligible to take the Hawaiʻi Nurse Aide Exam through Prometric. By passing this exam, students can earn certification as a nurse aide in Hawaiʻi, granted by the Hawaiʻi Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs (DCCA).
Degrees & Certificates
The Long Term Care Nurse Aide program is designed to fulfill the role and responsibilities of a nurse aide within the healthcare team. The tuition fee for all programs at Kapiʻolani Community College is $131 per credit for Hawaiʻi residents.
Certificate:
Certificate of Competence: Long Term Care Nurse Aide (6 credits) – Tuition: $786
