This class consists of 40 hours of clinical skills practice in a facility and 8hrs of prep time for the State Examination. The prep time will be done in the Skills Lab. The times/days of clinical hours will be discussed at the beginning of the class. The clinical times will be planned according to the availability of the facility and the clinical instructors schedule. This skills training provides the opportunity to practice skills learned in the classroom and skills lab, on the residents of an approved facility, and also provides an opportunity to meet with the Human Resources Department at the facility, to discuss job placement when State Certified. After successful completion of NURA 1001 and NURA 1060 the student will be eligible to apply for the State Examination. On passing the exam the student will receive Certification as a Nurse Aide in the State of Texas. Information will be given in class on how to facilitate the process of applying to test. The State test is given in 2 parts, Written and Skills. Combined the cost is $104.50. If a student requires special accommodation to test, this information must be discussed with the class Instructor at the beginning of the first class. An original Social Security Card or ITIN (Individual Taxpayer Identification Number) and a Picture ID must be shown to the Examiner on test day prior to approval to test. IT IS NECESSARY TO HAVE YOUR NAME SPELLED EXACTLY THE SAME ON THESE 2 DOCUMENTS.

Preparation for entry level nursing assistants to achieve a level of knowledge, skills, and abilities essential to provide basic care to residents of long-term care facilities. Topics include resident's rights, communication, safety, observation, reporting and assisting residents in maintaining basic comfort and safety. Emphasis on effective interaction with members of the health care team. Must register for and complete NURA 1060 prior to applying to take registry exam.