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Columbus Technical College

Nurse Aide - Employment Skills Training

Employment Skills Training All branchesNational Security
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At a glance

Open to
All branches
Format
In person
Length
91 - 120 days
Locations
1 location in Georgia · jobs available nationwide
Target MOS/ratings
All military occupational specialties are welcome. Military medical, patient care, or healthcare support experience may be beneficial but is not required.
Nearest installation
Ft. Benning, GA

About the program

Columbus Technical College’s Nurse Aide Accelerated (NAA1) SkillBridge program provides transitioning service members a 15-week pathway into healthcare. Participants combine classroom instruction, hands-on laboratory practice, and supervised clinical experience to learn how to provide basic patient care under the direction of licensed nursing personnel.Training develops practical skills in personal care, infection prevention, patient safety, mobility assistance, vital signs, nutrition, and communication. Participants complete Nurse Aide Accelerated alongside either Medical Terminology or Introduction to Health Care, earning a Technical Certificate of Credit and preparing for the Georgia nurse aide competency examination.Local healthcare employers are in place to hire graduates who meet certification and employer requirements. Columbus Technical College supports this transition through career preparation and connections to employment opportunities in the Columbus region, giving participants a direct pathway from military service to a civilian healthcare career.

Jobs this program prepares you for

Nurse aides and nursing assistants provide basic patient care under the supervision of licensed nursing personnel. Responsibilities include assisting with bathing, dressing, toileting, eating, positioning, and mobility; measuring and reporting routine observations; maintaining a safe environment; and communicating changes in patient condition.Employment settings include skilled nursing facilities, hospitals, rehabilitation centers, assisted living communities, and other healthcare organizations. Some patient care technician positions may also be available, subject to additional employer requirements.

Eligibility & prerequisites

Participants must meet their military service’s SkillBridge eligibility requirements, obtain command approval, and have sufficient authorized time to complete the full 15-week program.Participants must satisfy CTC admission and course placement requirements. Clinical placement may require background screening, drug screening, immunization documentation, health clearance, CPR certification, and facility orientation.Participants need reliable transportation to campus and assigned clinical sites. Those selecting ALHS 1090 need internet access for online coursework. Participants must be able to complete required laboratory and clinical tasks with reasonable accommodation as applicable.

Lodging available at Ft. Benning, GA

Locations & contacts

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How to apply

  1. Contact the provider using the website or email above. Ask about openings, start dates, and the application.
  2. Confirm eligibility. SkillBridge is generally for service members within 180 days of separation who have their command's approval.
  3. Get your unit commander's authorization following your branch's SkillBridge process. Start early; approvals take time.
  4. Read reviews from past participants on Rate My SkillBridge.

Policy details: official DoW SkillBridge site · our FAQ

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