Vista College prepares Spanish speaking students with the skills they need for a
career as a Nurse Assistant Home Health Aide. The program seeks to teach procedures
in caring for patients who are homebound, in hospitals, or living in long-term
care facilities. Students will learn how to interact with patients and assist
them in basic care needs while maintaining patient rights. Students will be
prepared to pass Texas state certification after technical school with the abilities
to perform CPR, basic first aid, and take vital signs. They will also take
courses to be able to advise patients in nutrition and how to prevent infections.
To complete the requirements for this program, students must be able to demonstrate
their patient care skills and be successful in two clinical externships. Treat homebound patients Treat hospital patients Begin a successful career in the health care industry Use life saving skills such as CPR Be qualified to work as a Nurse Assistant or a Home Health Aide The home health aide profession is growing faster than other occupations. The demand for Spanish-speaking home health care professionals is growing due to the increasing Latino populations. The home health industry's growth is fueled by aging populations and the attempt to avoid long stays in hospitals and long-term health facilities. People also just prefer to have their loved ones home when they are ill and advances in medical technology are making that possible. The need for individuals to work and communicate with patients who need medical treatments at home is growing and Vista College is the school that can provide you with the proper training. Nurse Assistant Home Health Aide Diploma and Certificate in Spanish is available at these campuses: El Paso, Texas |
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