Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College

**Scholarship-eligible. Call 803-535-1236 for details**

This course is designed to prepare students for certification and employment as Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) in healthcare settings such as hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and home health care. The program covers essential topics including basic nursing skills, personal care, infection control, vital signs monitoring, patient safety, communication, and residents' rights.  

The curriculum combines classroom instruction with supervised clinical practice, allowing students to apply their skills in real-world healthcare environments. Upon successful completion of the course, students will be eligible to take the state certification exam to become a Certified Nursing Assistant.