O.E.C., Nurse Aide
Occupational Endorsement
The nurse aide occupational endorsement provides education and training to students in theory and basic nursing skills necessary to become efficient and productive health care team members. Students who successfully complete the program will be prepared to sit for the national nurse aide examination for certification. This program is open to those who can document a high school diploma or GED and 10th-grade reading level by exam, or who have the instructor’s permission. Students must also be in good physical condition (capable of repeatedly lifting 50 pounds) and have the following immunizations: hepatitis B full series, two MMRs, chickenpox vaccine (or titer to prove immunity to MMR/chickenpox) and have a negative PPD for tuberculosis within the past year.
Information on any of the allied health programs is available from the allied health division at the Community and Technical College, PO Box 758040, Fairbanks, AK 99775; by calling 907-455-2822; or by email at fyhealth@uaf.edu.
Minimum Requirements for Nurse Aide Occupational Endorsement: 9 credits
Community and Technical College
907-455-2800
Allied Health
Complete the following admission requirements:
- Be at least 16 years old by the first day of the semester in which you are admitted.
Students must earn a C- or better in each course.
Minimum Requirements for Nurse Aide Occupational Endorsement: 9 credits
Code | Title | Credits |
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General University Requirements | ||
Complete the general university requirements. | ||
Occupational Endorsement Requirements | ||
Complete the occupational endorsement requirements. | ||
Nurse Aide Program Requirements | ||
HLTH F107 | Nurse Aide Training | 9 |
or HLTH F111 and HLTH F113 | Personal Care Attendant Training and Personal Care Attendant to Nursing Assistant Bridge |