J. Everett Light Career Center

High School & Secondary Programs

1901 East 86th Street, Indianapolis, In 46240 phone: (317)259-5265 fax: (317)259-5298

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JEL Program

The Health Occupations Program has a two-fold objective; it prepares students for entry-level certified nursing assistant (CNA) positions in health care facilities. The students will learn 48 patient care skills along with required classroom and clinical hours required to sit for the Indiana State Certified Nurses Aide exam. The class will also provide an exploration of the various careers in the health care industry. In addition, this course provides an academic foundation
in anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, infection control, human growth and development, and communication. To allow for real world working experience, students way be allowed to have nonpaid and apply for paid internships to see what they have learned and see health care professionals in action.

Certifications Possible
Certified as Certified Nursing Assistant thru the Indiana State Department of Health

Get Dual Credit from:

 

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A Sample of First Year Activities/Topics

  • Participate in occupational/professional organization(HOSA)
    Understand concept of health care team
    Clinical experience in CNA field
    Describe the structure & function of each body system
    Define, pronounce, spell medical terms
    Determining a patient’s vital signs
    First aide practices
    Assisting patient’s with activities of daily living
    Guest Speakers from healthcare disciplines
    Field trips to healthcare facilities, local post secondary campuses
    Internships

Rene Walker

Instructor

phone 259-5265, ext. 44023

Stacey Young

Instructor

phone 259-5265, ext. 44089

Michelle Shetterly

Health Occ Aide/Clinic

phone 259-5265, ext. 44047

More About the Program

  • One semester or one year program, three hours per day
  • Prerequisite: none
  • Related College or Technical School Majors: Nursing
  • Supply cost to student:Physical Exam and immunization record , 2 step TB testing, Exam available thru Health Careers class for $20.00 charge, TB testing available for $5 per each injection.
    Indiana State Police Criminal history check
    Uniforms required thru Nanco Uniform Co. -approximately $35.00
    Gait belts, Stescope, Spghymomanometer package-$31.00

    Employment opportunities for Health Occupations include:

  • Hospitals, clinics, doctor’s offices

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