About
This program teaches students how to care for patients with renal failure and how to use the dialysis equipment proficiently. Students will learn how to take vital signs, obtain vascular access, take blood samples and work comfortably with patients and their families.
Upon completion, students will take the California Dialysis Council (CDC) Exam and be able to apply for Certification at the California Department of Health.
Eligible students will be able to complete a Student Internship Program at any DaVita Dialysis Facility in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Job Assistance is provided to all students for employment in dialysis clinics.
Organization
Northern California Nursing Academy - Daly City
Northern California Nursing Academy is a healthcare-focused training institution in Daly City, California. It prepares people for careers in Acute Care Nurse Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, Electrocardiogram (ECG/EKG), Hemodialysis Technician, Home Health Aide, and Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN/LPN) license fields, among others. Established in 2010 by experienced educators, the academy emphasizes preparation for nursing, technician, and other healthcare roles. Its stated educational features include focused learning and flexible schedules, along with financing options and job assistance. The academy also identifies healthcare organizations and community partners connected with its work, including Kaiser Permanente, UCSF, Walgreens, DaVita, and LeadingAge California. Its training scope includes both foundational patient-care occupations and specialized healthcare support functions.