Nursing Assistant Technical Diploma

Employment Potential

A graduate of this program will have the potential for employment in the following areas:

• Nursing Home
• Home Health Environment
• Hospital Setting
• Assisted Living
• CBRFs

Requirements for Program Entry

• Be at least 16 years old.
• Getting Started:
• * Requirements for program entry must be completed prior to start of the program.
• * Submit clinical requirements. A fee is charged for this service. Details can be found on admission checklist.
• For instructions on how to get started, download the application checklist for this program.
• If you are under the age of 18 when the Nursing Assistant class begins, complete this packet.

Application Checklist

Program Outcomes

• Communicate effectively with clients, family, and co-workers.
• Protect rights of clients.
• Demonstrate ethical and legal responsibilities.
• Work cooperatively in a team environment.
• Provide holistic, safe care to diverse populations.
• Demonstrate reporting and documentation.
• Assists clients with rehabilitation and restorative care.
• Provide safe care for clients with acute and chronic health conditions.
• Complete educational requirements for the WI NA competency evaluation.

Clinical Experience

Students will be required to purchase a nametag and uniform, provide their own transportation to assigned sites, and cover any other expenses related to clinical experiences. Students may be expected to travel distances to meet clinical requirements.

Wisconsin Caregiver Law

NWTC is required to comply with the Wisconsin Caregiver Law (1997 WISCONSIN ACT 27). The completion of a caregiver background check includes the review of criminal records for convictions of serious crimes or a history of improper behavior. Students accepted into this program must complete a background check through www.castlebranch.com AND complete a Background Information Disclosure (BID) form disclosing any acts, crimes, or convictions prior to program entry. The information provided in the BID form must be truthful and match any findings on the criminal record check. Information regarding this process is provided to students immediately upon acceptance into the program. Students with a criminal history may be denied access to placement at the discretion of the clinical or practicum site. Consequently, should a student have a history of convictions of serious crimes or a history of improper behaviors, NWTC cannot guarantee clinical/practicum placement or guarantee graduation within typical program timing.

Note

• Class requirements include work on the Internet. Access to high speed Internet is highly recommended. Laptops are available to use during class, if you do not have access to a computer or the internet, please contact your instructor.
• You must attend EVERY classroom and clinical session per class schedule.
• Bring photo ID to first class session.