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Nursing Assistant Fundamentals Specialization

Master CNA Skills with Healthcare Knowledge. Equip students with essential CNA skills, professional practices, and knowledge of anatomy.

Instructors: Jennifer Zabel

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3 course series

Get in-depth knowledge of a subject

4.6

(30 reviews)

Beginner level

Recommended experience

3 months at 2 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Earn a career credential

Share your expertise with employers

3 course series

Get in-depth knowledge of a subject

4.6

(30 reviews)

Beginner level

Recommended experience

3 months at 2 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Earn a career credential

Share your expertise with employers

What you'll learn

Describe the nursing assistants’ role and responsibilities as a member of the healthcare team
Analyze and understand medical terminology
Gain an understanding of the expectations of an allied healthcare professional in the workplace
Provide safe and high-quality patient care

Overview

The Nursing Assistant Fundamentals specialization prepares students for a successful Nursing Assistant career in diverse healthcare settings, emphasizing patient care assistance, health care setting navigation, effective communication in healthcare, hygiene and safety protocols, and patient mobility and comfort.

IMPORTANT: This specialization is not designed to prepare students for national certification. Enrollees will gain the foundational/fundamental knowledge on subject matter relevant to the profession. However, to gain industry certification, a more comprehensive program must be completed through enrollment via approved/eligible schools such as MedCerts.

What’s included

Shareable certificate

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Taught in English

Advance your subject-matter expertise

Learn in-demand skills from university and industry experts
Master a subject or tool with hands-on projects
Develop a deep understanding of key concepts
Earn a career certificate from MedCerts

Specialization - 3 course series

Professionalism in Allied Health

Course 18 hours4.8 (895 ratings)View course

What you'll learn

Gain an understanding of the expectations of an allied healthcare professional in the workplace
Develop and exercise emotional intelligence, self-management, and interpersonal skills
Build and improve internal and external communication skills with all exchanges
Enhance the patient care experience with successful interactions and patient satisfaction

Skills you'll gain

Professionalism, Time Management, Conflict Management, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Stress Management, Empathy, Patient Communication, Teamwork, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Verbal Communication Skills, Professional Development, Relationship Building, Patient-centered Care, Cultural Responsiveness, and Healthcare Ethics

Medical Terminology and the Human Body Fundamentals

Course 210 hours4.8 (351 ratings)View course

What you'll learn

Analyze and understand medical terminology
Recognize the structure and function of human body systems
Gain an understanding of the directional terms in relationship to the human body
Discuss pathology, the disease process, and endoscopy

Skills you'll gain

Medical Terminology, Cell Biology, Nutrition and Diet, Vital Signs, Pathology, Biology, Anatomy, Physiology, and Medical Records

Nursing Assistant Essentials

Course 36 hoursView course

What you'll learn

Describe the nursing assistants’ role and responsibilities as a member of the healthcare team
Discuss the role of nursing assistants in long-term care facilities
Provide safe and high-quality patient care

Skills you'll gain

Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Patient-centered Care, Basic Patient Care, Home Health Care, Personal Care, Dignity in Care, Nursing Homes, Medical Privacy, Informed Consent, Patient Communication, Oral Hygiene, Nursing Basics, Toileting, and Communication

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Add this credential to your LinkedIn profile, resume, or CV. Share it on social media and in your performance review.

Instructors

Jennifer Zabel

MedCerts

14 Courses104,732 learners

Stephanie Butcher

MedCerts

1 Course666 learners

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MedCerts

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Frequently asked questions

No. This specialization is considered an introduction to MedCerts career and certification training. It does not fully prepare students to test for national certification. To prepare for a national certification, students have the option to enroll in a more comprehensive program at MedCerts, where certification and job-readiness is the intent.

This course is completely online, so there’s no need to show up to a classroom in person. You can access your lectures, readings and assignments anytime and anywhere via the web or your mobile device.

Yes! To get started, click the course card that interests you and enroll. You can enroll and complete the course to earn a shareable certificate. When you subscribe to a course that is part of a Specialization, you’re automatically subscribed to the full Specialization. Visit your learner dashboard to track your progress.

Nursing Assistant Fundamentals Specialization

What you'll learn

Overview

Skills you'll gain

What’s included

Advance your subject-matter expertise