MATC 2025-26 Catalog

Healthcare Academic & Career Pathway Nursing Assistant PROGRAM CODE: 30-543-1

Technical Diploma

COURSES NRSNA-300

CREDITS

Nursing Assistant ‡ ....................................................... 2

2

CREDITS Total credits needed to complete this diploma

‡ Prerequisite required. Program curriculum requirements are subject to change. Current MATC students should consult their Academic Program Plan for specific curriculum requirements. MATC courses are offered in person, entirely online or partially online. Check each course’s delivery options in Self-Service at selfservice.matc.edu .

Location: Downtown Milwaukee Campus, Mequon Campus, Oak Creek Campus, West Allis Campus Start Dates: Offered year-round Admission Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent is recommended. Health requirements, criminal background check and additional documents are required for admission. This program admits students through a waiting list process. Visit the program’s webpage at matc.edu to view the waiting list process and all requirements. Financial Aid Eligible: No To become an entry-level bedside caregiver, you will learn basic nursing skills and procedures to assist others with their activities of daily living and specialized care needs. This program can fulfill the Nursing Assistant training requirement for admission into MATC’s nursing programs. High school students may be eligible for dual enrollment to earn college credits while in high school and have the opportunity for employment. Career Outlook Program graduates are prepared to work for nursing homes, hospitals, home-health agencies and private-duty practice settings. Program Learning Outcomes • Communicate effectively with clients, family and co-workers. • Protect rights of clients. Program Description Bilingual (Spanish) mode also is offered.

• Demonstrate ethical and legal responsibilities. • Work cooperatively in a team environment. • Provide holistic, safe care to diverse populations. • Demonstrate reporting and documentation.

Complete Program Details QUESTIONS? 414-297-6263, 262-238-2281 or healthpathway@matc.edu

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