At River Parishes Community College - Westside Campus, there's a focus on providing an exquisite training program for those wishing to secure a career assisting in the medical field. Our curriculum involves a detailed, comprehensive learning plan which not only provides the required knowledge for the certification but also ensures a real-world understanding of the role. Composed of essential elements that contribute to robust health care delivery, this program's key focus is nurturing the potential of our students, shaping them into competent medical assisting professionals. By integrating practical scenarios into our teaching methods, students will acquire the tools needed to operate effectively in a dynamic health care setting.

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification class offered by RPCC - Westside Campus in Baton Rouge, LA is a comprehensive, three-credit hour program designed to teach and certify students on the basics of nursing care. This class is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge to care for patients with complex medical needs and to provide basic personal care to those in need. Upon completion of this course, students will be eligible for certification to work as CNAs in various care settings.