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Nursing Assistant (Articulated)

Program Overview

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Health Science career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of Health Science career cluster. Clinical and simulated laboratory learning experiences must correlate with didactic instruction. For nursing assistant completion a minimum of 40 hours of clinical experience must be obtained. Twenty hours of this clinical experience must be in a licensed nursing home. This course prepares individuals for the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification.

Admission Requirements

Employment opportunities

  • Hospitals/Health Clinics
  • Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
  • Home Health Care Agencies

What You'll learn

  • Turning or repositioning bedridden patients
  • Taking patientsโ€™ temperature, blood pressure and other vital signs
  • Answering patient calls
  • Documenting patientsโ€™ health issues and report to nurses
  • Feeding patients, measuring and recording their food and liquid intake
  • Cleaning rooms and bed linens
  • Helping with medical procedures
  • Dressing wounds

Why Choose Lively?

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FAQs

Common questions about our program.

What kind of hands-on training will I receive in this trade program?

Youโ€™ll gain real-world experience in labs or workshops that simulate job-site conditions. This includes working with industry-standard tools, equipment, and safety protocols.

No prior experience is required. Most programs are designed to teach you from the ground up, though a basic understanding of math and mechanics can be helpful.

Each of Lively Technical College workforce training programs prepares students to pursue industry-recognized certifications that validate the knowledge and competencies taught through textbooks and hands-on training. There may certification exam fees not covered in program fees.

Yes. Many trade programs partner with local employers to offer apprenticeships, externships, or on-the-job training during the program.

Career opportunities in the trades are in high demand, with many companies looking for employees with technical training and industry certifications. Lively graduates are prepared for entry-level roles with opportunities to advance. Starting salaries vary by field and location, but most graduates can expect competitive entry-level wages ranging from $18 – $30 per hour with clear pathways for promotion.

Lively Technical College offers a wide range of scholarships including, need-based scholarships for students who demonstrate financial need, and specialized scholarships or specific fields of study. To apply, students typically need to submit an application form along with supporting materials such as transcripts, recommendation letters, and a personal essay. Some scholarships may require an interview. We recommend reviewing eligibility criteria carefully and applying early to maximize your chances.

Employers of graduates

meet your instructors

Lena Terrell, LPN
Instructor
lena.terrelll@leonschools.net
Natalie Grice-Philip, RN
Instructor
850-487-7449
natalie.grice-philipn@leonschools.net
Eurica Burch, LPN
Instructor
eurica.burch@leonschools.net
Tori Burton, LPN
Instructor
victoria.burton@leonschools.net
Tiffany Davis, APRN
Instructor
tiffany.davis@leonschools.net
Brandy Oliver, RN
Instructor
brandy.oliver@leonschools.net

Program Requirements

Total Clock Hours: 165
OCPCourse NumberCourse TitleCourse LengthSOC Code
AHSC0003Basic Healthcare Worker9031-9099
BHCP0121Nurse Aide and Orderly (Articulated)7531-1014

See the Course Catalogย for detailed program cost and fee information.

Total Clock Hours: 165
FeeDetails
481.80Florida Resident Tuition ($2.92 x 165 hours)
50.00Registration Fee
25.00Facility Fee
60.00Scrubs
75.00Lab Fee
59.00Miscellaneous Fees (includes Drug Screening, Basic Skills and Liability Insurance)

Occupational Advisory Committee

Sandra Showers, RN

North Florida Women's Care

Kennedy Nwokeji, LPN

Miracle Hill Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Joyce Edwards

Florida Department of Health

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This application could change your life in amazing ways! Weโ€™re here for you and we want you to success, so let us know if you need help with the application process. (850)-487-7473.