Students interested in learning the healthcare industry and beginning their career in healthcare are the ideal candidates for this one-year program.  The Pre-Nursing program  has been created in cooperation with medical professionals to educate students through actual clinical experiences while training to become a certified nursing assistant (CNA) in long-term care and home health.  Students will train for and take the state certification exam necessary for entry-level employment as a CNA.  Anatomy and physiology for high school science credit is an integral part of the curriculum.  Also included in the program are the study of medical terminology, infection control, medical law and ethics, vital signs, CPR, first aide, and employability skills.  Students will also be prepared to go to advanced training upon graduation.

The program is open to High School Students only with new classes beginning each fall. Classes run August through May.??Employment Opportunities:Many of the fastest growing occupations are in the health field.

Career opportunities in health-related fields provide new and demanding challenges as rapid changes in medical technology occur. Following is a list of careers paths available in the field: