Long-Term Care Assistant
Program Overview
The Pine Technical College Long-Term Care Assistant Certificate program prepares students to work in a residential, healthcare capacity for the elderly and chronically ill. As the population ages, the need for quality long-term care increases, and employment opportunities are expected to grow much faster than many other areas within the healthcare field. Working in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, retirement communities and hospice organizations require professionals who possess a sound understanding of healthcare and the practical aspects of managed care.
Program Plan
Long-Term Care Assistant Certificate (16 credits)
BIOL 1217 Nutrition and Wellness (3)
HEOP 1249 Medical Terminology (1)
HEOP 1254 Critical Thinking in Healthcare (1)
HEOP 1262* Nursing Assistant (5)
HEOP 1266* Nursing Assistant Clinical (1)
HEOP 1270 Trained Medication Aide (4)
HEOP 1274 Occupational Health and Safety (1)
*Accepted Substitutes
Health Care core curriculum (with skills) (6) OR
SPCH 1250 Intercultural Communications (3) and
HEOP 1241 Nursing Assistant (2) and
HEOP 1242 Nursing Assistant Clinical (1)
Course Outlines
For more specific information about this program's required courses, visit the Course Outlines page.
Cost of Program
To determine the cost of this program, visit the Tuition and Fees page. For scholarship information, visit the Scholarships page. Tip: Look for the "Healthcare Scholarship!
