The Nursing Assistant (Articulated) certificate program prepares the student with the knowledge, competencies, and requisites to become a certified nursing assistant (CNA) in a variety of acute and long-term healthcare facilities. The program is composed of two (2) courses designed to provide rigor and challenging academic standards that will prepare students for employability.
The program is a combination of classroom instruction (didactic and skills/simulation laboratory) and clinical practice in long-term and other healthcare facilities.
Florida Gateway College (FGC), located at 149 SE College Pl, Lake City, FL 32025, is a premier public community college dedicated to delivering affordable and high-quality postsecondary education to the residents of North Central Florida 12 3. The expansive 132-acre campus is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, such as a recreational student center featuring video games, life-size chess, and a fully-equipped fitness center. Students can also enjoy the culinary offerings at the Gateway Grill restaurant on campus 1.
FGC offers an impressive range of academic programs, from quick-start certificate courses to comprehensive four-year bachelor's degree programs, with over 60 areas of study including health sciences, industry, public safety, and computer science. Remarkably, 20 of these programs are available entirely online, catering to a diverse student body 4. The college prides itself on its student-centered philosophy by facilitating small class sizes, flexible scheduling, and strong support services such as round-the-clock tutoring and childcare through the Little Wolves Child Care Center. Beyond academics, FGC cultivates a dynamic campus culture with vibrant student activities, clubs, athletics, and a proactive student government, all of which contribute to a nurturing and engaging educational environment 10.