About
This program prepares students to care for sub-acutely ill clients and to work as a member of the health-care community. Students who successfully complete the five-credit-hour course may take the Arizona State Certification test to become a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). This course is approved by the Arizona State Board of Nursing and meets OBRA requirements. Students learn the basic concepts of communication, client safety, anatomy and physiology, nursing process, client rights, legal and professional responsibilities, and specific client care skills. Students learn to recognize and meet the basic physical, psychosocial, and cultural needs of client. Although all ages are covered special emphasis is placed on the needs of geriatric client.
Organization
Cochise College
Cochise College
Cochise College provides accessible education across multiple campuses and centers in Southern Arizona, empowering students and enriching communities. The college offers diverse programs, including workforce development, cybersecurity, nursing, and aviation, fostering social responsibility, community engagement, and lifelong learning to build strong foundations for academic and professional success.
Highlights:
- Recognized as one of the top 150 colleges in the nation
- Offers accessible education across multiple campuses in Southern Arizona
- Diverse programs including workforce development, cybersecurity, nursing, and aviation
- Mission is to empower students and enrich communities through social responsibility, community engagement, meaningful careers, and lifelong learning