The Health Care Assistant
Program (HCA) is a one-semester, 16-hour college credit program. This
state-approved program combines classroom, lab, and clinical training
experiences. HCA students receive instruction in basic health care skills,
body structure and function, special care procedures, first aid emergency
procedures and Home Health Aid and Homemaker Services. For more information on this program read the gainful employment disclosure.
Students who successfully
complete the prescribed program of study are eligible to apply to write
the National Nurse Aide Assessment Program Examination administered by
Pearson VUE in order to become certified in the State of Mississippi to
practice as a Nurse Assistant. Employment opportunities include not only a
career as a Health Care Assistant but also Long-Term Care Aide, Homemaker,
and Home Health Aide. This program is especially helpful to those students
continuing their education by obtaining basic knowledge and work skills.
This program is offered both fall and spring semesters.
Admission requirements, curriculum, and other program information subject to change. See your program advisor/counselor for additional information.
