About
The Certified Nursing Assistant class offered at Quality First Career Center in Washington, DC provides students with the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills to provide basic patient care in a hospital or long-term care facility setting. Students learn skills such as medical terminology, vital sign measurement, personal hygiene and other caring skills. Upon successful completion of the course, students are eligible to take the Maryland State Certification Exam for Nursing Assistants.
Organization
Quality First Career Center
Quality First Career Center is a healthcare training institution in Hyattsville, Maryland. It prepares learners for healthcare fields including Certified Medication Technician (CMT), Certified Nursing Assistant, CPR / Basic Life Support, First Aid (FA), and Phlebotomy. Training addresses clinical knowledge, practical skills, professional confidence, safe care, blood collection, medication administration, resident care, patient care, and emergency response. The institution’s stated mission focuses on preparing Nursing Assistants to provide competent care in hospitals, schools, acute care settings, group homes, and assisted living facilities. Its programs are intended for responsibilities in hospitals, assisted living communities, group homes, schools, and other care environments. Quality First Career Center serves the Baltimore/Washington Metropolitan Areas and emphasizes practical healthcare preparation for employment.