Nursing Assistant - Certificates & Diplomas - Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College
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Nursing Assistant - Certificates & Diplomas - Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College
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Contact Info
Dr. Jessica Huber, DNP, MSN, RN
Dean of Nursing & Health Sciences
218–879–0869
jessica.huber*AT*fdltcc.edu
Admissions Office
Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College
2101 14th Street
Cloquet, MN 55720
218-879-0808
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This short-term class is designed to prepare students for employment as a registered nursing assistants. The current program planner checklist is available for viewing and printing
here
. Degree requirements and course are subject to change. Students should consult with an advisor/counselor when registering for courses.
Nursing Assistant Testing
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) has recently changed testing vendors, we are now working with Headmaster and use the TMU site for testing. Fond du lac Tribal and Community College offers the Full Test (knowledge and skills) at $250, the skills test separately at $150, and the knowledge test separately at $100.
Knowledge and skills test are given on the same day
Knowledge test is administered here on our campus in a computer lab (120 minute test)
Skills test is administered here on our campus in the nursing lab
If you fail a test, you will need to register for a new test date and pay again
Testing dates vary, please email Katie in the Workforce Development department at Katie.Beck*AT*fdltcc.edu for a list of upcoming test dates or with any questions.
Extra Testing Information
You may purchase a Minnesota practice knowledge test from
Minnesota Headmaster Practice Knowledge Tests
Review skills and vocabulary words in the
Minnesota Candidate Handbook
Review the mock skills
Minnesota Mock Skills
Licensing Disclosure
Federal regulations require that nursing assistant training programs consist of at least 75 hours of training, including at least 16 hours of supervised practical or clinical training. Minnesota requires this minimum. Some states require the same training hours and practical/clinical hours as Minnesota while others require more hours or fewer. Additional requirements such as state-specific examinations; background checks; fees; and additional training, experience and coursework may also apply. If you are considering work in a state other than Minnesota, you can obtain more information about training requirements state-by-state at
https://phinational.org/advocacy/nurse-aide-training-requirements-state-2016/
.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon Successful Completion of the Associate Degree Nursing Program Students will:
Patient Centered Care: Demonstrate nursing care that is client centered, culturally sensitive, and based on the holistic needs of clients and families.
Nursing Judgment: Use sound nursing judgment in the provision of safe, quality care.
Professional Identity: Practice professional nursing in an ethical and legal manner that integrates integrity, accountability, leadership, and organizational skills.
Teamwork and Collaboration: Function effectively as individuals and within interdisciplinary teams with open communication, mutual respect, and shared decision-making.
Quality Improvement: Contribute to the management of healthcare and continued quality improvement by incorporating evidence-based practice, cost containment, and current technology.
Program Planners
Nursing Assistant Certificate Program Planner
Career Information
Testimonials
It is awesome here at the FDLTCC Education Program because it is like a family here, if you need help or are struggling with anything, you have quite a few people who will help you out.
My favorite thing about FDLTCC is the people. I’ve met fantastic students, faculty and staff who go above and beyond what I expected.
I chose FDLTCC because of its size and the curriculum. When I first came here in 2019, I was just looking for what I needed to volunteer, perhaps in a crisis shelter. I met with Don Jarvinen, and the rest is history.
Welcome to FDLTCC
FDLTCC is closed Friday, March 13, due to hazardous weather conditions. No evening activities
Proceed to FDLTCC »
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Culturally Responsive Leadership ›
Environmental Sustainability ›
Small Business / Entrepreneurship ›
Nursing Assistant ›
Geographic Information Systems ›
Child Development ›
Chemical Dependency Counselor ›
Multimedia Production ›
Anishinaabe Language ›
Required Courses
Program Planners
Degree requirements and courses are subject to change. Students should consult with an advisor/counselor when registering for courses.
Contact Info
Dr. Jessica Huber, DNP, MSN, RN
Dean of Nursing & Health Sciences
218–879–0869
jessica.huber*AT*fdltcc.edu
Admissions Office
Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College
2101 14th Street
Cloquet, MN 55720
218-879-0808
Apply Now
Request Info
This short-term class is designed to prepare students for employment as a registered nursing assistants. The current program planner checklist is available for viewing and printing
here
. Degree requirements and course are subject to change. Students should consult with an advisor/counselor when registering for courses.
Nursing Assistant Testing
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) has recently changed testing vendors, we are now working with Headmaster and use the TMU site for testing. Fond du lac Tribal and Community College offers the Full Test (knowledge and skills) at $250, the skills test separately at $150, and the knowledge test separately at $100.
Knowledge and skills test are given on the same day
Knowledge test is administered here on our campus in a computer lab (120 minute test)
Skills test is administered here on our campus in the nursing lab
If you fail a test, you will need to register for a new test date and pay again
Testing dates vary, please email Katie in the Workforce Development department at Katie.Beck*AT*fdltcc.edu for a list of upcoming test dates or with any questions.
Extra Testing Information
You may purchase a Minnesota practice knowledge test from
Minnesota Headmaster Practice Knowledge Tests
Review skills and vocabulary words in the
Minnesota Candidate Handbook
Review the mock skills
Minnesota Mock Skills
Licensing Disclosure
Federal regulations require that nursing assistant training programs consist of at least 75 hours of training, including at least 16 hours of supervised practical or clinical training. Minnesota requires this minimum. Some states require the same training hours and practical/clinical hours as Minnesota while others require more hours or fewer. Additional requirements such as state-specific examinations; background checks; fees; and additional training, experience and coursework may also apply. If you are considering work in a state other than Minnesota, you can obtain more information about training requirements state-by-state at
https://phinational.org/advocacy/nurse-aide-training-requirements-state-2016/
.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon Successful Completion of the Associate Degree Nursing Program Students will:
Patient Centered Care: Demonstrate nursing care that is client centered, culturally sensitive, and based on the holistic needs of clients and families.
Nursing Judgment: Use sound nursing judgment in the provision of safe, quality care.
Professional Identity: Practice professional nursing in an ethical and legal manner that integrates integrity, accountability, leadership, and organizational skills.
Teamwork and Collaboration: Function effectively as individuals and within interdisciplinary teams with open communication, mutual respect, and shared decision-making.
Quality Improvement: Contribute to the management of healthcare and continued quality improvement by incorporating evidence-based practice, cost containment, and current technology.
Program Planners
Nursing Assistant Certificate Program Planner
Career Information
Testimonials
It is awesome here at the FDLTCC Education Program because it is like a family here, if you need help or are struggling with anything, you have quite a few people who will help you out.
My favorite thing about FDLTCC is the people. I’ve met fantastic students, faculty and staff who go above and beyond what I expected.
I chose FDLTCC because of its size and the curriculum. When I first came here in 2019, I was just looking for what I needed to volunteer, perhaps in a crisis shelter. I met with Don Jarvinen, and the rest is history.
Welcome to FDLTCC
FDLTCC is closed Friday, March 13, due to hazardous weather conditions. No evening activities
Proceed to FDLTCC »
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